Mobile Councilman: Demolition has begun on the Boykin Towers
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - District 3 Mobile Councilman C.J. Small says in his weekly e mail that demolition has begun on the Boykin Towers. Demolition has begun on the Frank W. Boykin Towers, a 122-unit housing complex that has stood at the corner of Michigan Avenue and Hurtel Street for more than 50 years.
Mobile City Council set to discuss buying snow plows
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Mobile City Council is scheduled to look at buying four snow plows for the city at its next meeting Tuesday, September 29th. The resolution being introduced would approve a purchase order to Fleet Service and Equipment Co Inc for four Buyer Snowdogg HD Municipal snow plows for Public Services.
Lane closures set to begin Sunday at busy Mobile intersection
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The City of Mobile says in a news release that lane closures will take place at the Old Shell Rd. and Florida St. intersection beginning Sunday. Lane closures at Old Shell Rd. and Florida St. intersection. Mobile, AL – Beginning Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, the westbound...
Will Stein wanted to run the damn ball against South Alabama
Kentucky found itself in a dogfight in the second quarter against South Alabama on Saturday afternoon at Kroger Field. The Wildcats needed to find some offensive answers after a couple of failed fourth down attempts. They went to what was working best. A 75-yard touchdown sprint by Jason Patterson gave Kentucky some im
Family of Mobile shooting victim uses remembrance ceremony to spark change
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile man shot and killed last weekend was honored by those who knew him best. Red, black, and white balloons were released into the Saturday night sky to honor the life and legacy of community mentor and Leflore High School alumnus, Brandon Shute. “The love and the impact that he gave [
Kentucky Starts Slow, Surges Before Halftime to Lead South Alabama 24-21
Kentucky spent all week trying to block out the noise. They didn’t block out enough. Self-inflicted mistakes put the Cats behind the 8-ball. Fortunately, a few late swings were enough to put Kentucky in front 24-21. The Kentucky offense was stopped twice on fourth down. There was also a costly special teams mistake. Br
Folks Drive From Three States For The Boiled Crawfish At This Alabama Bayou Joint
Some places earn a reputation that stretches far beyond their own county lines, pulling in folks who happily log a couple hundred miles just to sit down at a picnic table. Along a quiet stretch of Alabama river country, one laid-back seafood joint has become that kind of destination, drawing regulars from surrounding s
Kentucky Offensive Line Lets the Running Backs Shine
Kentucky ran the ball at will over South Alabama. It was a sight to behold. The Kentucky running backs are the talk of the town, but CJ Baxter didn’t take too much credit after the game. “Y’all could’ve ran through those holes,” he told reporters after the game. The Texas transfer had a career-high 149 yards and a rush
Red Clay Strays host contest benefiting local nonprofits
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Red Clay Strays are giving back to nonprofits in Mobile. The band is hosting a contest to give two people a chance to see them play in Nashville. The trip includes VIP tickets, backstage passes, a signed setlist, and travel fare. To enter the contest,...
Vigor’s defense shuts down Alabama commit Kingston Preyear, Benjamin Russell
Vigor’s defense strangled one of the South’s highest-rated college quarterback prospects for all but one play Friday night and, by the time Kingston Preyear launched a 72-yard touchdown pass to Jamichael Greer late in the game, the Wolves’ buses were already warming up for a triumphant ride back to Prichard and coach R

















