Food drive happening at Ladd-Peebles Stadium
The United Way of Southwest Alabama and Feeding the Gulf Coast are holding a food drive at Ladd-Peebles Stadium.
Mobile businesses sound off: New data reveals what’s fueling — and threatening — the...
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - With local businesses still navigating the fallout from the recent government shutdown—as well as new federal regulations, higher operating costs, and an unpredictable market—Mobile’s business community gathered this week to chart a path forward at the annual State of the Economy event. Hosted...
Major renovations coming to Mobile recreational center
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A major makeover is set to begin at Mobile’s Taylor Park Recreational Center, after the city approved a $6 million contract on Tuesday. City leaders say the project is long overdue. Plans include a new 8,000 square-foot community center. “Pretty much this whole facility is going to be redone....
Mobile business holding Thanksgiving giveaway
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 19, 2025 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A local business is hosting a Thanksgiving giveaway to give back to families in the area, according to a news release. Pope Tax and Accounting LLC will give away free turkeys to local families on Friday, Nov. 22, at […]
AL Mobile’s Most Loveable Dogs Eagerly Awaits Forever Homes Today!
Considering pet adoption? Or perhaps you just enjoy all things cute and cuddly? Numerous charming pets are ready for a loving home at animal shelters situated in and near mobile.
Judge sets bond for man accused of shooting his neighbor
Herbert Eddie Killcreas appeared before District Judge Bill Scully on Nov. 19, and prosecutors asked that his bond be raised to $10,000.
The night that never ended: Mobile woman recounts trauma of getting shot at nightclub
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mikayla Tillman was enjoying herself at a downtown nightclub the weekend after Thanksgiving 2022 after a high school class reunion. In an instant, her life would change forever. “I heard gunshots,” she said. “As I was turning around to run, my body went into a total...
Remembering the Eastern Shore Restaurants of Yesteryear
Many Mobile Bay dining establishments, from the humble drive-in to a white-linen-tablecloth place, play a part in the lives of locals. People become friends, make business deals, share secrets, get engaged, celebrate birthdays and anniversaries, break up, have first dates and even first kisses within the walls of...
Cottage Hill Christian Academy teacher arrested on abuse charge
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Nov. 19, 2025 UPDATE (5:15 p.m.): Cottage Hill Christian Academy administrators have released information regarding a teacher who was arrested on a willful abuse charge. According to a CHCA news release, administrators were made aware of 44-year-old Randi Nicole Staples’...
Video captures final moments before high-speed chase ends in crash near Bayou La Batre
IRVINGTON, Ala. (WALA) - Video captured the final moments before a high-speed chase ended in a crash near Bayou La Batre Monday afternoon. Alabama State Troopers, the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office and U.S. Marshals chased Jayln Hall and Michael Lanzer during the pursuit. Both were arrested at the scene.

















