Historic cannonballs stolen from Fort Morgan found at airport
Video above: What happens to items surrendered to TSA? GULF SHORES, Ala. (WKRG) — Some historic cannonballs stolen from Fort Morgan were found in a passenger’s checked bag at Gulf Shores International Airport. According to the Transportation Security Administration, five cannonballs, the biggest of which were the size
Dangerous heat wave hours away as Mobile residents seek relief outdoors
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A dangerous heat wave is expected to bring life-threatening conditions to the Mobile area Tuesday and Wednesday, with intense heat and high humidity forecast for both days. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advises residents to stay indoors in air conditioning as much as possible,...
Extreme heat prompts local organization to open 24-hour cooling shelter
As temperature across the gulf coast soar into the triple digits, it's not just uncomfortable, it's dangerous. With heat index values expected to reach between 111 and 115 degrees over the next two days, leaders at the Waterfront Rescue Mission are stepping up to protect some of the community's most vulnerable resident
Man charged with murdering woman in Burlington home expected in court
A man charged with murdering his girlfriend inside a Burlington home is expected in court on Tuesday.
Brutal heat dome prompts heat alerts & triple-digit temps
Stubborn high pressure is pinning down the atmosphere, sending afternoon temperatures soaring to 100 degrees while pushing heat index values between 105°F to 115°F. It’s a STORMtracker Alert Day due to this extreme heat today and Wednesday. 🚨 Heat Alerts In Effect. The combination of intense...
Baldwin County opens cooling center as temperature soars
Video above: Heat stroke facts BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — With temperatures reaching dangerous levels, Baldwin County is opening a cooling center in Foley for anyone who needs it, according to the Baldwin County Commission. The center will be open Monday and Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s Episcopal Chu
Police still searching for suspect in Rickarby Street shooting; Local activist urges the community...
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Genade Colley is recovering after being shot while sitting in her car on Rickarby Street last Wednesday night, according to family members, who said she had just returned home from celebrating her birthday. Mobile police are still investigating the shooting and say they do not believe...
Off-duty Mobile officer rescues wheelchair-bound man from house fire
Video above: Tips for preventing house fires UPDATE (5:50 p.m.): Mobile Fire-Rescue Department officials have released more information about a house fire on Imperial Court. According to an MFRD news release, two people were inside the home when the fire started. One of the people was able to get out by themselves. The
Mobile orthopedic practice location cancels Monday appointments after fire call
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from July 27, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile orthopedic office is closed for the remainder of the day Monday after firefighters were called to the location. According to a Facebook post from The Orthopedic Group, all appointments at their Airport Boulevard location have been
Semmes police officer of the year arrested for DUI, police confirm
SATSUMA, Ala. (WALA) - A Semmes police officer, named officer of the year just months ago, is now facing a DUI charge. Satsuma Police Chief Troy Willcutt confirmed Bryan Mims was arrested at 1:15 a.m. on July 26 in Satsuma for DUI. According to a post on the Semmes PD...

















