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Rain chance returns over Halloween weekend
Tonight stays mostly cloudy with temperatures settling into the mid 60s by Saturday morning, and afternoon highs near 79 degrees. There is an isolated chance of showers and thunderstorms,…
Election 2026: Independent Ty Pinkins running for Mississippi Senate
Tuesday is Election Day. When you vote in Mississippi’s Senate Race, you’ll see Independent Ty Pinkins on the ballot next to Republican Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democratic Candidate Scott…
‘The Sleeping Dogs of Southampton’ brings Hollywood filmmaking to South Mississippi
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You might not expect to find a Hollywood production right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, but that’s exactly what’s happening. Cameras…
Halloween events across South Mississippi
Halloween is Saturday, but the fun begins tonight! We’re taking a look at Halloween events taking place across the Coast today and tomorrow. Trunk or Treat at Smokin’ the Coast: October 30 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Point…
Coast Transit Authority bus service to end at Edgewater Mall stop
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Transit Authority announced it will no longer service Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The change will impact several bus stops in…
WXXV Viewers Choice Awards honor South Mississippi businesses and community leaders
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- WXXV’s Viewers Choice Awards took place Thursday night, recognizing the local businesses and people doing big things here in South Mississippi. The fourth annual gala…
Man arrested following sexual abuse investigation in George County
GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The George County Sheriff’s Office says a Lucedale man has been arrested on six felony charges following a sexual abuse investigation. The sheriff’s…
Warmer overnight, with more moisture arriving on Friday
Tonight will stay partly cloudy with temperatures only dropping to the low 60s, which is a little warmer than the last several nights. Winds will remain light, becoming northeast…
Goodwill offers shoppers affordable options for Halloween
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- With Halloween just days away, the search for the perfect costume is on. Some shoppers are turning to second-hand stores to celebrate the holiday without…
Election 2026: State Rep. Jeffrey Hulum III running as democratic candidate for Congress
Tuesday is Election Day. News 25 is talking with candidates in the Fourth Congressional District Race. WXXV News 25’s Dave Elliott spoke to…
Woman killed in pedestrian involved accident in Jackson County
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)-A woman was killed in a pedestrian involved accident in Jackson County. According to the Jackson County Sheriff’s Department, deputies responded to a vehicle crash involving a pedestrian at the intersection of Jim Ramsey Road and Meadowglen…
Patrick Stewart, stage giant also of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men’ fame, dies at 86
By MARK KENNEDY Patrick Stewart, the classically trained stage actor who scaled the Shakespearean canon and added gravitas to a “Star Trek” franchise and the “X-Men” films, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following “a…
Pass Christian High students explore future opportunities at career showcase
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Pass Christian High School is helping students look beyond the classroom and into their futures. About 500 students took part in a…
Pearl River County residents to vote on expanding alcohol sales
PEARL RIVER COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- Residents of Pearl River County will have the chance to decide in the November 3 general election if alcohol sales…
Former President Bill Clinton campaigning for Colom in Tupelo
TUPELO, Miss. (WXXV)- A former president will be heading to the Magnolia State to campaign for Democratic Senate candidate Scott Colom. President Bill Clinton will be heading…
Keesler Air Force Base alerting public to exercise on base today
Keesler Air Force Base, Miss. (WXXV)- The 81st Training Wing is conducting a base-wide exercise today on Keesler Air Force Base Personnel and visitors may encounter Giant Voice (loudspeaker) announcements and sirens, traffic diversions, gate delays, disruptions to on-base services…
Hancock County voters to decide on school bond issue
With the general election approaching Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Hancock County will decide whether to approve a school bond issue that would increase taxes while funding…
Election Day 2026: What Mississippi voters need to know before heading to the polls
With Election Day approaching, Mississippi voters are preparing to head to the polls. For those balancing work, school, and other daily responsibilities,…
Election 2026: Rep. Mike Ezell seeking third term in Fourth Congressional District
Tuesday is Election Day and News 25 continues our conversations with the candidates in the Fourth Congressional District Race. Incumbent Republican Mike Ezell is…
Naval Construction Battalion Center honors employee for 53 years of service
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport honored a longtime dining facility employee with a Length of Service award for her 53…
Ocean Springs Fire Department working on boat improvements
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Fire Department took time to make improvements on their respond boat. The crew took on the project, installing non-slip decking to…
Ocean Springs High principal appointed to National Assessment Governing Board
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Ocean Springs High School Principal Dr. Jacob Dykes is being appointed to a high position. U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon has appointed…
Road project moving closer to construction in Gulfport
Big changes are in the works for how drivers get through Harrison County. Interconnecting Gulfport, a $54 million road project, is moving closer to construction after nearly a…
Memorial Health System participates in EMS & Trauma Symposium
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- The Memorial Health System team took part in the inaugural EMS and Trauma Symposium. That event took place October 12 through the 14th in…
Coast Transit Authority offering alternate route during Peter Anderson Festival
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Coast Transit Authority will be offering an alternate route during the Peter Anderson Festival in Ocean Springs. On November 7, Route…
Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133 helps clean up the community
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is giving thanks to the Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 133, the Running Roos giving back recently. The…
Staying safe while trick-or-treating
It is Halloween and while trick-or-treating can be a lot of fun, it’s also important to keep safety in mind. Harrison County Sheriff’s Department Investigator Hanna Hendry joins us to share some…
Pascagoula Fire thanks community for participating in Haunted House
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WXXV)- The Pascagoula Fire Department is thanking the public for coming out to their haunted house Thursday. This is the second year of the Stop, Drop, and Scream event where the firehouse transformed into a haunted house. Families…
Family Farm Day scheduled for November 1
Get ready for a day of family fun, farm-fresh experiences, and community connection! Family Farm Day is coming up with Coast Electric and Coast Connect. We’re getting a preview…
Pass Christian Elementary students showcase Halloween experiments
PASS CHRISTIAN, Miss. (WXXV)- Second grade students at Pass Christian Elementary School turned their classroom into a spooky science lab, showcasing their knowledge through a series of Halloween-inspired experiments.…
St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church hosting All Saints Fall Festival
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- Fall is in the air and excitement is building across the Coast. Ahead of the St. Thomas Fall Festival, we’re getting a sneak…
Election 2026: Independent Ty Pinkins running for Mississippi Senate
Tuesday is Election Day. When you vote in Mississippi’s Senate Race, you’ll see Independent Ty Pinkins on the ballot next to Republican Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democratic Candidate Scott…
‘The Sleeping Dogs of Southampton’ brings Hollywood filmmaking to South Mississippi
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- You might not expect to find a Hollywood production right here on the Mississippi Gulf Coast, but that’s exactly what’s happening. Cameras…
Fire crews respond to restaurant fire in Wiggins
WIGGINS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Wiggins Fire Department responded to a restaurant fire Thursday morning. The call came in around 11:50 from the Popeyes on Frontage Road. Firefighters quickly…
Halloween events across South Mississippi
Halloween is Saturday, but the fun begins tonight! We’re taking a look at Halloween events taking place across the Coast today and tomorrow. Trunk or Treat at Smokin’ the Coast: October 30 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Point…
Fugitive arrested due to tips from the community
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Mississippi Coast Crime Stoppers is sharing an update that due to tips from the community, a fugitive has been taken into custody. Micah Turnley was taken into custody by the Harrison County Sheriff’s Office on an…
Coast Transit Authority bus service to end at Edgewater Mall stop
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Coast Transit Authority announced it will no longer service Edgewater Mall in Biloxi. The change will impact several bus stops in…
WXXV Viewers Choice Awards honor South Mississippi businesses and community leaders
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- WXXV’s Viewers Choice Awards took place Thursday night, recognizing the local businesses and people doing big things here in South Mississippi. The fourth annual gala…