Mobile County insurance debate turns tense as commissioner questions timing of lower rates
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — A debate over skyrocketing insurance costs tied to Mobile County’s Government Plaza took a sharp turn this week, as Commissioner Randall Dueitt openly questioned whether taxpayers were getting the best deal. During a county commission meeting on Thursday, Dueitt challenged the timing of...
New York City is at major risk of flooding that could leave 4.4 million...
The new flood risk index identified eight cities along the U.S. East Coast that are at high or very high risk of floods causing extreme damage.
Deadly Grand Bay shooting: Suspect’s bond set at $300,000
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 24, 2026 GRAND BAY, Ala. (WKRG) — The suspect in a deadly Grand Bay shooting had his bond set at $300,000. According to court documents, 20-year-old Brendan Pierce shot and killed 27-year-old Dylan Meehan at a Chevron gas station. Pierce allegedly shot Meehan in the […]
Alligator attack prompts removal from Mobile park
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile city leaders respond to safety concerns at public lakes after an alligator attacked a dog over the weekend at Tricentennial Park. We spoke with Mobile City Councilman Cory Penn about the incident and the steps being taken moving forward. “I was very concerned,” Councilman Penn said. He learned about the […]
Father of slain family has been ‘forthcoming’ about cartel past: Sheriff
“We are aware of Mr. Fields’ history, and he's been very forthcoming about that,” Sheriff Paul Burch told NewsNation.
Fairhope’s new ordinance targets unsafe mobility device use: How it affects e-bike and scooter...
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 24, 2026 FAIRHOPE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Fairhope City Council has voted to approve an ordinance aimed at cracking down on unsafe use of ‘mobility devices.’ Officials said they are seeing an increase in the use of electric bicycles and scooters, raising safety concerns for […]
McDonald’s introducing new ‘Stranger Things’ Happy Meal
Young fans can soon get another taste of the Upside Down alongside some McNuggets and fries.
Mobile trailer fire: Two dogs escape unharmed
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Two dogs are safe after escaping a fire that heavily damaged a trailer in Mobile. Crews with the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department were called to the fire on McKinley Avenue around 3 a.m. on Friday, April 24. Heavy smoke and flames were seen coming from the trailer when firefighters arrived. Officials say […]
‘TikTok Trickster’ faces higher bond, additional charges in Daphne
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) - A man police have nicknamed the “TikTok Trickster,” accused of running romance scams that targeted women across the country, is being held in the Baldwin County Jail after a judge increased his bond and authorities filed additional felony charges tied to Daphne, police said.
Big Creek Lake in Mobile County has reopened — but with these new rules...
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — News 5 spoke with several people who said they’re happy Big Creek Lake is back open, but they still want more access. People filled Melvin E. Pierce Memorial Park at Fox Landing on Big Creek Lake for the first time in over a year. “Come get your fish,” smiled Matthew Fraizer […]
