Biloxi
LATEST NEWS
4 fatal shootings by Mississippi law officers were justified, state’s attorney general says
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The use of force was justified in four fatal shootings by Mississippi law enforcement officers last year, Attorney General Lynn Fitch said Wednesday. Fitch based her findings on investigations conducted by the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation. One shooting happened May 16, 2023, and involved four Meridian Police Department officers, the attorney general said. […]
As college football returns, MDOT encourages safe driving in state
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – College football returns to Mississippi this weekend, and the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) wants drivers to stay safe on the roads when they travel to see their favorite teams play. MDOT’s “Road to Game Day” aims to keep drivers and passengers safe in vehicles and roadside workers safe along highways. […]
UMMC doctors encourage protection from mosquitoes in Mississippi
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – As of Tuesday, August 27, the Mississippi State Department of Health (MSDH) has recorded 25 human cases of West Nile Virus, along with one death in Madison County. Officials said they also recorded 120 positive mosquito samples, indicating that West Nile is “circulating in the state, and that all residents … […]
Countdown to Kickoff 2024: Vancleave Bulldogs
VANCLEAVE, Miss. (WLOX) - Since 2018, the Vancleave Bulldogs have enjoyed their best football in program history. After a postseason berth last year, the Bulldogs have made the playoffs in five of the last six years for the first time in program history. With the opportunity to make it back to the 5A postseason once again, head coach Kevin Fant and his team are excited the football season is finally here.
Humane Society of South Mississippi holding ‘Labor Yay’ adoption special
This Labor Day weekend, one Gulf Coast animal shelter wants you to have a new family member. The Humane Society of South Mississippi located in Gulfport is having a pet adoption weekend starting today through September 7th. They are pausing fees for all adult big dogs’ adoptions. These lovable companions...
USM-Gulf Park Nursing Program Pins New Graduates Ready for Life
LONG BEACH (GG) — The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) continues to meet the demand for more nurses in the healthcare industry by pinning 27 new students who received the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing (ABSN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), and Registered Nurse-Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN-BSN) in a ceremony at the Gulf Park Campus in Long Beach, Mississippi.
Excitement building for upcoming Amtrak stop in Gulfport
GULFPORT, Miss. (WLOX) - Senator Roger Wicker, Mayor Billy Hewes, and business owners in Gulfport gathered at Pop Brothers on Tuesday to talk about their excitement for the return of the Amtrak services. One of the four Mississippi stops is in downtown Gulfport. Mayor Hewes says that’s big because tourism...
The City of Pascagoula Hires Hometown After Nationwide Search
The City of Pascagoula is pleased to announce that Justin Larsen has accepted the position of City Manager, following an extensive nationwide search. After a competitive process that included ten other highly qualified finalists, Larsen’s leadership and proven commitment to the City of Pascagoula made him the clear choice to lead the city into its next chapter of growth and success.
Two people arrested after they reportedly blocked loaded school bus with vehicle, approached bus with gun
Two people were arrested after they reportedly tried to use a vehicle to block a school bus filled with students and then attempted to confront the bus with a gun. WLOX in Biloxi reports that Edwin Eugene White, 23, and Jacinta Kendral McPherson, 40, were arrested by Moss Point police.
Lucedale community coming together to support cashier following multiple surgeries
LUCEDALE, Miss. (WLOX) - If you shop at Wayne Lee’s in Lucedale, chances are you’ve run into Ms. Angie. Angie Havard has been a cashier at the store since February. Those around her say she always has a smile on her face and an upbeat personality. “She’s just...
Speed humps working in Southaven
Officials in Southaven say a speed hump policy enacted last year is working well. Mayor Darren Musselwhite told the Board of Aldermen at its Aug. 20 meeting that the three speed humps on Snowden Lane have slowed traffic down, as have ones installed on Freeman Drive, Baird Drive, and Castle Ridge.
Never Too Late to Create: Beginner’s watercolor class at SCHC
VICKSBURG, MS. – The Southern Cultural Heritage Center presents “Never Too Late to Create,” a beginner’s watercolor class with Karen Biedenharn on September 17, at 5:30 p.m. The class will be held in the SCHC Academy building. The fee for Never Too Late to Create is...
HS Football Preview: Holmes County
Holmes County Central football has gotten better every season since Marcus Rogers started as head coach in 2018. The Jags went 12-1 last year, but lost to West Point in the playoffs for the third time in four years. This year, the team says it is playing for something bigger in honor of their teammate […]
Here are the perks of Lane Kiffin's Ole Miss football contract, including private air travel
OXFORD ― Lane Kiffin's contract with the Ole Miss Athletic Foundation entitles the Rebels' football coach to use private air transportation for recruiting activities, according to documents obtained by the Clarion Ledger. The contract does not set a limit on Kiffin's usage of private air transportation for recruiting purposes. According to the same contract, the OMAF is also obligated to offer Kiffin, who is scheduled to earn $8.85 million in base pay this year, up to...
It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency:
Our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. As a platform hosting over 100,000 pieces of content published daily, we cannot pre-vet content, but we strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation.