Motorcyclist taken to hospital after fiery crash on I-65, MPD investigating
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mobile Police are investigating a fiery motorcycle crash on I-65 northbound between Government and Airport. This all happened Feb. 4 around 6:30 p.m. Authorities confirmed the motorcyclist was transported to the hospital. His condition is unknown at this time. MPD said the cause of the crash...
Investigators search pond for missing Theodore family
The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office is searching a pond as part of the investigation into the missing Theodore family.
Mobile police arrest twins on suspicion of organized retail theft
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Feb. 5, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Three people sought by Mobile Police in two separate cases have all been identified, and two have been arrested, according to police officials. On Jan. 29, Mobile Police asked for the public’s help in finding a man caught on […]
Judge rejects Mobile man’s excuse for trial no-show, holds him contempt
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A man who skipped out on part of his criminal trial last month will have to go to jail for three days. Mobile County Circuit Judge Jill Phillips conducted a two-day hearing to determine why Otha Shamburger failed to comply with an order that he show up for his trial on a charge of shooting into...
Crash closes I-10 lane in Baldwin County
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Feb. 6, 2026 UPDATE (3:45 P.M.): The eastbound lane on I-10 previously closed due to a crash is now open and clear, News 5 has learned. BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A two-vehicle crash has closed a lane on I-10 in Baldwin County. According to a […]
Mobile and Baldwin County on alert: Secret Service finds 3 credit card skimmers
SOUTH ALABAMA (WKRG) — A two-day Secret Service operation in Mobile and Baldwin Counties aimed to keep your credit card information in your wallet and out of the hands of skimmers. News 5 had the chance to ride along with agents and officers as they went store to store looking for these devices. They’re hidden […]
‘Cows eat free’ at upcoming Chick-fil-A opening in Mobile County
“Cows eat free” as Chick-fil-A opens a new Alabama restaurant on Thursday. According to information provided by the chain, a new restaurant will open in Saraland at 6 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 12. The store is at 1405-A Industrial Parkway, just west of Exit 13 on I-65. The address is opposite a Publix shopping center.
‘It’s just so rewarding’: Mobile County Public Schools accepting formalwear for low income students
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Ruffles, feathers, and sparkles are all ingredients that bring a Mardi Gras outfit to life. But after the ball, your dress usually retires and starts collecting dust in your closet. Imagine you could take your Mardi Gras glamour to change a child’s life. “It’s just so rewarding and fun to see...
Lineup announced for 11th Annual MudBottom Revival Music Festival in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The 11th Annual MudBottom Revival Music Festival has been set for April and includes a lineup of folk and bluegrass musicians, according to organizers. According to a Dog River Clearwater Revival news release, the annual fundraiser is set for Sunday, April 19, from 2-6 p.m. at Bender Point, 3619...
Free tax help available to eligible Mobile County residents
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Feb. 4, 2026 MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Residents in Mobile County who need help filing their taxes can get that help through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, according to the United Way of Southwest Alabama. “The VITA program helps individuals and families...
