Mobile AL

Mobile, Ala. (WKRG) — As a new Archbishop prepares to take his seat as head of the Archdiocese of Mobile, the Catholic community reacts to his mission and goals. After Tuesday morning’s announcement, Archbishop elect, Mark Rivituso, spoke to News 5 about his mission and goals as the newest head of Mobile’s...

The Mobile Police Department has arrested a 20-year-old man in connection with the fatal shooting of Cordell Robinson, 46, that occurred June 17. Police responded that night to reports of a shooting in the 2100 block of Wagner Street. Upon arrival, they found Robinson in the area of 500 Summerville Street.

Decareus Keywon Mallory “Duke” Andrews, a 28-year-old Bay Minette man wanted in the shooting death of an Atmore man, had avoided capture since Memorial Day weekend but is finally behind bars. Andrews, who reportedly vowed to family members he “wasn’t going to jail,” is accused of shooting 21-year-old...

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - FBI Mobile says a Russian illegal immigrant was arrested in Baldwin County this morning. They posted on Facebook the following:. “The Gulf of America HSTF arrested a Russian foreign immigrant this morning who was in this country illegally. The Russian immigrant made 2 attempts to purchase a...

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — In a news conference blitz across multiple cities, Amtrak’s first stop was in Mobile Tuesday morning. Officials held a news conference for Amtrak Mardi Gras Service from Mobile to New Orleans. A train would leave Mobile at 6:30 am and arrive in New Orleans at 10:30 am. Rides start on August […]

MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — An unaccompanied minor was one of 15 people arrested in Mobile for illegally being in the United States, according to FBI Mobile. Officials said the Gulf of America Homeland Security Task Force arrested the alleged illegal immigrants on Azalea Road in the area between Michael Boulevard...

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - We were joined this morning by Shannon Smart, with the Haven in Baldwin County, to talk about our new pet of the week - Reggie. The Haven provides shelter and finds adoptive homes for abused, neglected, and homeless animals, treating them with love, respect, and medical care. Through education...

MHA Executive Director on administrative leave, residents angry with affordable housing conditions. ‘Not really our issue:’ Gulf Shores mayor speaks on illegal immigration raid. Wife charged with domestic violence after allegedly shooting husband. Possible tropical development off Southeast coast around Fourth of...

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Fireworks are a highlight of Fourth of July celebrations for many, but they can also be dangerous when not used properly. Last year, 11 people across the United States died due to fireworks-related accidents, including misuse, misfire and malfunctions. Nearly 15,000 people had to go to the...

Our Pet of the Week is a seven-year-old Shih Tzu named Teddy.