Mobile City Council expected to vote on anti-blight proposal
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Mobile City Council may vote on Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s anti-blight proposal tomorrow. The proposal would require property owners to register downtown commercial properties that have been vacant for at least six months. New requirements would include securing entrances and installing fire...
Woman accused of shooting into vehicle surrenders
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A Mobile woman has been arrested in connection to a shooting that happened last month. Police said 22-year-old Jamykhial Spanks of Mobile surrendered today at the Mobile County Metro Jail. According to the Mobile Police Department, officers had responded to the intersection of Brill Road and...
Mobile shooting suspect turns themselves in to police
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A suspect has turned themselves in to police in connection with a shooting incident that occurred in September. According to the Mobile Police Department, Jamykhial Spanks, 22, turned herself in to police on Monday, Oct. 20. She was previously identified as a suspect in a September shooting. On...
CVS theft leads to arrest, Mobile police say
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile man was arrested Saturday after he allegedly stole merchandise from a local business, according to the Mobile Police Department. According to an MPD news release, officers responded to the CVS Pharmacy at 4453 Old Shell Road at about 11:55 a.m. Saturday in response to theft. When...
Mobile police search for missing woman
UPDATE (3:31 p.m.): According to the Mobile Police Department, Varley Holley has been found safe. MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Police Department is searching for a missing woman. According to the MPD, Varley Holley, 32, has been reported missing and is considered to be endangered. Her last known location is in...
Skeletons turn heads in Mobile traffic dispute
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Neighbors in Mobile’s Marchfield community put up these skeletons, but they aren’t your typical Halloween decorations. The skeletons off Japonica Lane in front of Marchfield hold up hand-lettered signs, reading “No tricks… just safe turns,” “Don’t bury Thigpen Road,” and “Even ghosts need safe...
Dedicated Army veteran dies in tragic motorcycle accident
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A local Army veteran’s life was cut short in a tragic crash. He’s remembered for his unwavering service and the impact he had on those around him. “Paul was dedicated to this post,” said Gary Hensley. “He loved it. He loved the people here. He loved doing things. He was the sergeant of arms of...
Personal photo album found at a Mobile thrift store returned to family
Now, the sentimental item mistakenly donated to the Goodwill on Airport Boulevard is back with family.
Resurfacing work on downtown Mobile street to begin Monday
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The City of Mobile says the next part of its ongoing Downtown Street Optimization project will begin Monday. Here is a new release put out by the City of Mobile. Resurfacing work on St. Anthony Street to begin October 20. Mobile, Ala. — As part of...
Alabama’s Friendliest Little Towns on the Gulf Coast
“Fairhope's French Quarter is one of the most charming and unique districts on the coast, and the friendly community adds to its mystique,” said World Atlas. “This is the ideal location for taking in the best features of the South. If you are in Fairhope, be sure to...

















