High-speed chases and collisions with deputies end in major Mobile County drug, weapons arrests
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Two suspected drug traffickers were arrested Tuesday after leading law enforcement on separate high-speed chases in Mobile County — including one suspect who rammed multiple patrol vehicles in a desperate attempt to escape, authorities said. The arrests capped a multi-stage operation by the Mobile
Despite missing projected groundbreaking, Mobile developer says it has not abandoned River Walk Plaza
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Artist renderings offer a glimpse of what could be a destination right on the Mobile River – a gleaming multi-story building housing Class A office space, sharing the property with luxury hotel rooms, restaurants and bars. Renderings even depict visitors arriving by boat. The website...
Mobile event to raise awareness about overdose, addiction and recovery
Mobile, AL — MOBILE, AL — An upcoming event in Mobile is bringing the community together to remember those lost to overdose while offering hope and support to people and families affected by addiction. As Overdose Awareness Day and Recovery Month approach, organizers say they want to send...
Two Mobile County deputy vehicles damaged in Tuesday night chase
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Aug. 25, 2026 MOBILE, Ala (WKRG) – The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a pursuit ending in a crash. According to an MCSO spokesperson, deputies were involved in a chase with a suspect Tuesday night, Aug. 25. They said the chase ended just off Airport […]
‘She was an inspiration to so many’ Mobile remembers Dolly Parton
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — It’s fair to say that many people loved Dolly Parton. Here on the Gulf Coast, she held a special place in many of our hearts. “I’ve listened to Dolly pretty much my whole life. I’m from a really small country town, so we just kind of grew up listening to her,” […]
Community Job Fair at Mobile Convention Center
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Join the upcoming Community Job Fair and discover exciting opportunities with Oak View Group (Regions Arena, Saenger Theatre, and Mobile Convention Center). Whether you’re looking for full-time, part-time, seasonal, or event-based positions, there’s something for everyone!. WHEN: Wednesday, August
Mobile hosts Last Day to Play at Lavretta Park before $1.1M upgrade
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Aug. 25, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The City of Mobile is hosting the ‘Last Day to Play’ ahead of a playground replacement at Lavretta Park, the first upgrade since 2001. According to a city news release, the playground is set to be demolished and replaced […]
City of Mobile drops automatic breed-based ‘high-risk’ classification after public pushback
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mobile city leaders are making changes to a proposed overhaul of the city’s animal ordinance after hearing concerns from neighbors and local pet businesses. The proposal has drawn questions over how the city defines “high-risk” animals and how those rules could affect certain pets and...
MCSO: 1 in custody following vehicle chase, crash
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - One person was taken into custody following a vehicle pursuit that ended in a crash Tuesday. The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office said deputies with the narcotics unit took the suspect into custody after the suspect crashed at Isabella Street and Moffett Road. Officials said the...
Mobile County Animal Shelter announces bites & barks event in September
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Aug. 25, 2026 MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Animal Shelter is hosting a family-friendly event this September. According to an MCAS news release, ‘Bites & Barks in the Park’ will take place at Chickasabogue Park on Sept. 25. The event will feature dog […]
