Gunfire strikes Mobile home
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 1, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police Department officers are investigating after a house was struck by gunfire late Tuesday night. According to an MPD news release, officers were called to the 600 block of Chin Street just before midnight on March 31 for […]
Stolen University of South Alabama scooters found in George County
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 1, 2026 GEORGE COUNTY, Miss. (WKRG) — The George County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after stolen scooters from the University of South Alabama were found in their jurisdiction. According to GCSO officials, the four stolen scooters were found in the area of...
Marshalls coming to Fairhope in former Big Lots property
After more than a year of vacancy, plans for the former Big Lots location in Fairhope have finally been shared. Herrinton Realty announced Monday, March 30 that Marshalls, a nationally-recognized retailer owned by TJ Maxx parent company TJX, would open in the 28,000-square-foot space. Big Lots closed in Fairhope in...
Prichard police officer under investigation in fatal shooting pleads not guilty to federal gun...
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A Prichard police officer pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges that he stole guns, including one from the scene of a vehicle accident that he investigated. Mobile police said they found stolen guns while responding to a shooting at the home of defendant Ryan Spencer Phillips...
Motorcycle safety with David Greene of Greene & Phillips Injury Lawyers
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — As warmer weather arrives along the Gulf Coast, more motorcycles are hitting the road, making it important for drivers to stay alert and share the road safely. David Greene of Greene & Phillips Injury Lawyers joined WKRG News 5 on Judge Knows to discuss motorcycle safety and what both riders...
Limited rainfall expected Wednesday, with more showers possible through Easter
Wednesday will bring a scattered chance of rain, with the best opportunities north and west of Mobile.
Long-time Satsuma educator to retire: ‘outstanding leadership,’ superintendent says
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 1, 2026 SATSUMA, Ala. (WKRG) — The principal of a Satsuma school has officially announced her retirement. According to a news release, Principal Suzanne Bahr of Lee Elementary School announced that she will be retiring at the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Bahr...
Baldwin County district judge appointed by Gov. Kay Ivey
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has appointed a Baldwin County district judge. According to a news release from Gov. Ivey’s office, Fairhope’s J. Langford Floyd will serve as the district judge in the 28th Judicial Circuit. Judge Floyd is succeeding previously appointed Judge Ashley Siebert....
Mobile PD arrests 65-year-old accused of identity theft
Video above: Also on WKRG.com — Should you freeze your credit? MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police Department officers have arrested a man accused of stealing someone’s identity. According to an MPD news release, officers were called to the Waterfront Rescue Mission on North Washington Avenue around 2:20 p.m. on...
Mobile’s new downtown airport opening delayed, planned for early 2027
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The opening of Mobile’s new downtown airport has been delayed. While construction is nearly finished, Airport Authority leaders say outside factors are causing the delay. The airport was supposed to open this fall, but former Mobile Mayor and Airport Authority Chairman Sandy Stimpson says it...
