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LIST: Closures due to Hurricane Isaias
Closures are being announced across South Mississippi in anticipation of potential impacts from Hurricane Isaias. WXXV will continue to update this list as more closures are announced. The City of Gautier has announced that City Hall and designated municipal offices…
Hurricane Hunters tracking Isaias
The Hurricane Hunters took to the skies Wednesday to gather information on Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf. Sam Lucey and Brynne Baxley with our News 25 Weather Authority team were on board…
All high school football games on the Coast moved to Thursday
All high school football games on the Mississippi Gulf Coast will now be played Thursday, October 8th due to weather. Kickoff times remain at 7 p.m. As a result, WXXV’s Friday Night Showcase will take place Thursday night on WXXV…
School Districts announcing schedule changes ahead of Isaias
School Districts in South Mississippi are announcing schedule changes due to Isaias. The George County School District will be closed Friday, October 9. Poplarville School District will have an early release on Friday, October 9, 2026. Moss Point School District…
Isaias strengthens into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season
Isaias strengthened into the first hurricane of the Atlantic season late Wednesday as it surged towards the U.S. Gulf Coast, the National Hurricane Center said. Forecasters warned that it was on track to make landfall between the Mississippi coast and…
Diamondhead hosts 14th annual Blessing of the Classics
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV) -- Cruisers made their way out to Diamondhead on Wednesday for the 14th annual Blessing of the Classics parade. Live music, good food, classic cars,…
tropical storm and hurricane warnings issued as Isaias continues to strengthen
As of the 10 p.m. advisory, Isaias has maximum sustained winds of 70 mph and is moving east-northeast at 9 mph. The storm is expected to continue strengthening as it moves toward the northern Gulf Coast. A Hurricane Warning is…
One person in custody, child safely recovered following standoff with Biloxi Police Department
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - One person was arrested Wednesday night following an hours-long standoff at an apartment complex in Biloxi. According to the Biloxi Police Department, officers received a report around 4:30 p.m. about an armed individual who had barricaded…
Counties prepare for possible impacts from Isaias
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-Coastal communities continue to ramp up preparations ahead of Isaias. Harrison County leaders met Wednesday to discuss their emergency response plan. As Isaias continues to develop,…
MEMA sharing hurricane preparedness reminders
Officials with MEMA are also keeping an eye on Isaias and have released some reminders on those simple things you can do to make sure you’re prepared for any scenario. Things like having at least three days of food, water,…
Pascagoula man sentenced on child sex crime charges
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A Pascagoula man will spend 90 years in prison after being convicted of sexual battery and child exploitation. A Jackson County jury found 48-year-old Michael Shane Steiner guilty on all six counts Wednesday, deliberating for less than…
Attorney Ben Crump responds to President Trump ‘looking into’ the Death of Nolan Wells
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (Oct. 7, 2026) – Attorney Ben Crump released a statement after President Donald Trump told reporters that his administration is “looking into” the death of Nolan Wells. Sunday marks 100 days since Wells disappeared during a Fourth of…
Tropical Storm Isaias continues to strengthen, track shifting east
Tropical Storm Isaias has maximum sustained winds of 65 mph and is moving east-northeast at about 8 mph, as of the 4 pm advisory from the National Hurricane Center. The storm is expected to turn toward the northeast and then…
Sand Bag locations opening across South Mississippi
Due to the expected rainfall, sand bag locations are opening across South Mississippi. In Biloxi: Self-serve, bring your own shovel Former Water Department building-194 Main Street J. Holloway Sports Complex -765 Wells Drive Fire Station 9-9470 Oaklawn Road Each location…
Democrat Scott Colom discusses Mississippi Senate bid ahead of November election
Scott Colom, the democratic candidate in Mississippi’s U.S. Senate Race, is canvassing the state. Colom is challenging incumbent Republic Senator Cindy Hyde Smith. He is…
Harrison County EMA Director Matt Stratton discusses Isaias
New information has come out in the past few hours on the strength and latest track on Isaias, as country governments here on the Coast make initial preparations. WXXV News…
Cruisers take over downtown Moss Point for Cruisin’ the River City
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Classic cars took over Downtown Moss Point as Cruisin’ the River City brought the sights, sounds, and chrome of Cruisin’ the…
WXXV News 25’s Chloe Carter brings us to the Biloxi Block Party
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)-Cruisers are taking over Downtown Biloxi this morning and throughout the day. The annual Biloxi Block Party has officially kicked off, running from 8 to 3 p.m. Chloe Carter is live ahead…
MHP releases identity of person killed in Tuesday George County wreck
George County, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Highway Patrol is releasing the name of the victim of Tuesday's wreck in George County. That wreck causing structural damage to the Pascagoula River Bridge. A 2021 Kenworth semi-truck driven by 51-year-old Donald Givens of…
Cruisin' The Coast Flame Throwing Competition draws large crowds
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- An annual Cruisin' The Coast crowd favorite took over Biloxi Tuesday night, as hundreds gathered at the IP Casino Resort for the flame…
Gautier woman sentenced for Medicaid and wire fraud
A Gautier woman is among five people recently sentenced for Medicaid and wire fraud in Mississippi. Attorney General Lynn Fitch says 34-year-old Taylor Christian Rushing was sentenced last month in Madison County Circuit Court. Four others from Laurel, Hattiesburg, and…
MDOT encourages marine traffic to shelter
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – As Hurricane Isaias nears the Gulf Coast, the Mississippi Department of Transportation advises any boats that need to shelter on the back bay or need to move inland via one of the drawbridges on the Mississippi Gulf…
Coast Transit Authority adjusting services, facility hours in preparation for Hurricane Isaias
Coast Transit Authority is adjusting its fixed-route services and facility hours in preparation for Hurricane Isaias. Friday, October 9: Fixed-Route Service: All routes will end at 2:15 PM. Express Route: No Express Route service will operate. Facility Closures: All CTA…
Classic cars shine at Cruisin’ the Coast Car Corral at Treasure Bay
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Cruisers at the Car Corral near Treasure Bay soaked up the sunny conditions and checked out the classic rides for purchase…
Cruisin’ the Coast continues as Cruisers monitor weather threat
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)-Cruisers continue to enjoy events across South Mississippi despite the concern for the weather. Cruisin’ organizers shared an update Wednesday evening saying they are still…
Stone County man facing child sexual abuse charges
STONE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) — A 59-year-old Stone County man has been…
Shelters opening in South Mississippi
Shelters are opening in South Mississippi ahead of Hurricane Isaias. In Harrison County, the county farm road shelter will open at 10 a.m. on Friday, October 9. That shelter is located at 15035 County Farm Road, Gulfport Ms. Transportation assistance…
LIST: Closures due to Hurricane Isaias
Closures are being announced across South Mississippi in anticipation of potential impacts from Hurricane Isaias. WXXV will continue to update this list as more closures are announced. The City of Gautier has announced that City Hall and designated municipal offices…
Hurricane Hunters tracking Isaias
The Hurricane Hunters took to the skies Wednesday to gather information on Hurricane Isaias in the Gulf. Sam Lucey and Brynne Baxley with our News 25 Weather Authority team were on board…
All high school football games on the Coast moved to Thursday
All high school football games on the Mississippi Gulf Coast will now be played Thursday, October 8th due to weather. Kickoff times remain at 7 p.m. As a result, WXXV’s Friday Night Showcase will take place Thursday night on WXXV…
School Districts announcing schedule changes ahead of Isaias
School Districts in South Mississippi are announcing schedule changes due to Isaias. The George County School District will be closed Friday, October 9. Poplarville School District will have an early release on Friday, October 9, 2026. Moss Point School District…
Moore Community House expanding workforce development
Moore Community House is expanding its long-running Women in Construction program with a new workforce development initiative called ‘PATH.’ Marion Mcauly and Mindy Pizzetta join us in studio with more.
Diamondhead hosts 14th annual Blessing of the Classics
DIAMONDHEAD, Miss. (WXXV) -- Cruisers made their way out to Diamondhead on Wednesday for the 14th annual Blessing of the Classics parade. Live music, good food, classic cars,…
Mopar Day in Da Bay returns to Bay St. Louis
BAY ST. LOUIS, Miss. (WXXV)- Get ready to rev those engines, Mopar Day in Da Bay is back. The Alice Mosely Folk Art Museum is hosting…
Bethesda Big Easy Bash raising funds for good cause
A special celebration is bringing the community together for a good cause. The Bethesda Big Easy Bash is happening October 10, honoring the beloved owner of Shoal…
One person in custody, child safely recovered following standoff with Biloxi Police Department
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) - One person was arrested Wednesday night following an hours-long standoff at an apartment complex in Biloxi. According to the Biloxi Police Department, officers received a report around 4:30 p.m. about an armed individual who had barricaded…
Cruisin’ the Coast 2026 breaks registration record
Some exciting news out of Cruise Central, the registration record was broken Wednesday morning. Stephen and Miranda McKinley of Ashville, Alabama were the Cruisers whose registration broke the record.…
Mississippi Power shares update on storm preparations
Mississippi Power has released an update on its storm preparation plans now being put into motion. Line crews are now on standby across the service region, as well as…