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Correspondence shows weeks of back-and-forth between attorneys, D.A.'s office over Nolan Wells' cell phone
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- New developments are expected on Thursday in the investigation surrounding Nolan Wells’ death. A press conference with Nolan…
The heat should back off a little by the weekend
Tonight will be mostly clear with temperatures dropping into the low 70s, and Thursday will be another mostly sunny day with a high around 91. Clouds will be increasing…
Memorial Hospital Biloxi Board makes charitable donation to local nonprofits
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV)- Memorial Hospital Biloxi’s Board of Trustees presented more than half a million dollars to 14 local nonprofits working to serve the community. A…
Biloxi man receives life sentence for child sex crimes
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- A Biloxi man will spend the rest of his life behind bars after being convicted of sex crimes involving a child. Sixty-six-year-old David Patrick Burkart was found guilty of two counts of sexual battery of a…
Attorney Ben Crump to reveal digital forensic findings from Nolan Wells’ cell phone examination in Thursday press conference
Attorney Ben Crump will join forensic investigator’s Andrew Garrett and his team of digital forensic experts at a news conference Thursday to reveal findings from the examination of Nolan Wells cell phone. Garrett Discovery, the digital forensics team retained by…
Mississippi police make 2nd arrest in death of Black woman found hanging from tree, seek 3rd suspect
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) - Police in Mississippi have arrested a second man in the death of a Black woman found hanging from a tree and have issued an arrest warrant for a third suspect. Jackson police said late Tuesday that…
Family, Ben Crump react to no criminal charges in Nolan Wells case
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- Following the release of the Jackson County grand jury’s no true bill decision and news that no charges will be…
“All lies, and they knew it”: Jackson County District Attorney addresses rumors and allegations surrounding Nolan Wells investigation
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Jackson County District Attorney Angel Myers McIlrath addressed rumors and accusations that spread in the weeks and months after the death of Nolan Wells. Myers McIlrath…
Feeling more comfortable on the first night of fall
Tonight stays mostly clear and mild, with a low around 74 and just a slight chance of a shower late this evening. Wednesday will be another sunny and hot…
Legislative Committee studying possibility of lowering property taxes, car tag costs in Mississippi
A legislative select committee in the Mississippi House is studying the possibility of reducing the cost of property taxes and car tags in…
Grand Jury returns decision in Nolan Wells death investigation
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV) -- The Jackson County District Attorney's office announced on Monday night that no criminal charges or indictments will be filed in the death…
Jackson County Welcome Center construction to begin Sept. 23
HATTIESBURG, MISS. – Starting Sept. 23, work will begin on a $35.2 million project to build a new Jackson County Welcome Center on I-10. The existing welcome center was closed on Friday, July 31, and the property will remain closed to…
Absentee ballots now available for 2026 general election
In-person and mail-in absentee ballots are now available in circuit clerk offices for the 2026 midterm elections in Mississippi. Those elections are set for Tuesday, November 3. If…
Ben Crump, family of Nolan Wells holding press conference following grand jury report
Attorney Ben Crump and the family of Nolan Wells will hold a press conference at 11 a.m. today in Atlanta after a grand jury returned a no true bill in Wells' death. WXXV News 25 will be livestreaming the press…
NAACP releases statement regarding grand jury report in Nolan Wells death investigation
The NAACP has released a statement after a Jackson County grand jury released its report on the Nolan Wells death investigation Monday night. The grand jury returned a no true bill decision in the case. No criminal charges or indictments…
Wells family attorney Ben Crump reacts to grand jury findings, schedules press conference
Jackson County, Miss. (WXXV)- Wells family attorney Ben Crump has released a statement on Facebook, saying the public still deserves a clear account on Nolan Wells' death supported by records, evidence and independent scrutiny. Crump says no true bill does…
Southern leaders tackle energy policy
BILOXI, Miss. (WXXV) -- Governor Tate Reeves and other state and energy leaders from across the south are on the coast this week to discuss the region's role in powering America's…
Work on gateway project wrapping up in Long Beach
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Long Beach is sharing an update when it comes to their gateway project. The gateway project launched in 2018; those…
Investigation into Long Beach school threats underway
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- An investigation is underway after a credible threat Monday morning led to an hours-long lockdown at all Long Beach School District campuses. Long Beach police…
Man arrested after domestic violence stabbing in Gautier
GAUTIER, Miss. (WXXV)- Gautier police arrested a man following a domestic violence stabbing. It happened Sunday morning around 6. Officers responded to a reported stabbing at an apartment complex in the 2000 block of Ladnier Road. Investigators say a 27-year-old…
Housing Summit taking place in Gulfport this Saturday
COAAC and DAV Chapter #5 are teaming up to increase awareness of homeownership opportunities on the Coast. We are joined by Commander Russell Smith and Chaplain Bishop Anthony…
Singing River Health System brings mobile clinic to Moss Point
MOSS POINT, Miss. (WXXV)- Singing River Health System is bringing healthcare services directly to the Moss Point community. The health system’s mobile clinic is now making…
City of Picayune to add Safe Haven Baby Box
PICAYUNE, Miss. (WXXV)- Picayune is set to become the latest South Mississippi city to add a Safe Haven Baby Box. The boxes allow mothers in crisis to safely and anonymously surrender their newborn children and are typically located at hospitals…
Work begins on new Jackson County Welcome Center project
JACKSON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Work is now underway at the Jackson County Welcome Center on I-10 as crews begin a $35.2 million redevelopment project. Phase 1 includes…
State autopsy results released in Nolan Wells case
Attorney Ben Crump has released the Mississippi State Medical Examiner's Office autopsy report for Nolan Wells. Crump and his team discussed the results of the autopsy in a Thursday morning press conference in Orlando. You can read the full autopsy…
Bricen Rivers convicted of tampering with evidence, desecration of human corpse
HARRISON COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- Bricen Rivers pled guilty this week to tampering with physical evidence and desecration of a human corpse in connection with the 2024 murder of his former girlfriend Lauren Johansen. Rivers pled guilty in Forrest County in…
Ocean Springs PD searching for burglary, fraud suspect
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- The Ocean Springs Police Department is asking for the public’s help finding a suspect accused of vehicle burglary and two counts of credit card…
Four arrested following child abuse investigation in Ocean Springs
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. (WXXV)- Four people have been arrested in Ocean Springs following a child abuse investigation. At 9 a.m. Thursday, investigators with Ocean Springs Police Department went to a residence and arrested and charged four people with sexual battery…
The City of Gulfport releases traffic plan for Homecoming Parade route
GULFPORT, Miss. (WXXV)- The City of Gulfport is releasing details on road closures for the homecoming parade. These closures are in effect from 4 p.m.…
Attorney Ben Crump, forensic team to reveal findings from Nolan Wells’ cell phone examination
Attorney Ben Crump will join forensic investigator Andrew Garrett and his team of digital forensic experts at a news conference this morning in Orlando, Florida to reveal findings from the examination of Nolan Wells' cell phone. Tune into WXXV News…
New buses added to Hancock County School District fleet
HANCOCK COUNTY, Miss. (WXXV)- The Hancock County School District is sharing some exciting news. Two brand new buses have arrived with two more expected by the end…
Correspondence shows weeks of back-and-forth between attorneys, D.A.'s office over Nolan Wells' cell phone
SOUTH MISSISSIPPI (WXXV) -- New developments are expected on Thursday in the investigation surrounding Nolan Wells’ death. A press conference with Nolan…
Mississippi native continues 'A Foreigner's Journey to Boston' tour
A Mississippi native is bringing favorite classic rock music full circle 50 years later. We are joined by Brandon Miller with more on his musical journey.
Jeepin for a Christmas Wish this Saturday
This Saturday, you’ll have a chance to enjoy some cool jeeps while also helping South Mississippi foster children. Here to tell us about Jeepin for a Christmas Wish are…
Singing River Little Theatre presents ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’
The Singing River Little Theatre is bringing the classic drama ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’ to life soon. Joining us in studio to talk about the production and…
Summit at Golden Nugget aims to improve recovery efforts
The Mississippi Department of Health and the state Public Health Institute are hosting a first of its kind recovery summit this Friday in Biloxi. “Every Response Matters:…
Jeepin for a Christmas Wish this Saturday
This Saturday, you’ll have a chance to enjoy some cool jeeps while also helping South Mississippi foster children. Here to tell us about Jeepin for a Christmas Wish are…
Long Beach School District celebrates business community with appreciation breakfast
LONG BEACH, Miss. (WXXV)- The Long Beach School District organized a community business partner appreciation breakfast at the senior center to celebrate their support for local…