One person arrested following drug bust in Alabama
ALABAMA — A Robertsdale man was arrested Tuesday night in Foley after police said he was found in possession of a large quantity of illegal drugs during a traffic investigation. According to the Foley Police Department, officers were investigating a traffic violation around 8:45 p.m. when they discovered...
Wilmer man accused in stabbing death of father pleads not guilty
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A Wilmer man accused of stabbing his father in Mobile to death pleaded not guilty today in front of a judge. Thirty-four-year-old Justin McGowan appeared in court today for an arraignment. Police say McGowan killed his father following an argument on Dec. 16. It happened in...
Mobile DA urges Aniah’s Law expansion after couple accused of attempted murder of officers
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — This year voters will be asked if they want to expand Aniah's Law and allow judges to deny bond for suspects charged with attempted murder and shooting into occupied buildings. Mobile County District Attorney Keith Blackwood says he would've used Aniah's Law to seek no bail for a Midtown...
Mobile police arrest 73-year-old local man accused of shooting at apartments: MPD
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Jan. 7, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile man has been arrested and charged with reckless endangerment and other charges after he allegedly shot at an apartment, according to police. Officers responded to Linx Apartments at 6964 Airport Boulevard on Tuesday around 6:20...
Procession for officer who was killed helping driver
Survived by his wife and son, he is the 127th line of duty death in the department's history. (WUSA)
The Gigantic Swap Meet In Alabama Where $40 Fills Your Whole Car With Treasures
Ever had that moment when you’re driving through Alabama and suddenly think, “Boy, I could really use a vintage Ray Nance vinyl record, a handcrafted birdhouse, and possibly a slightly mysterious kitchen gadget from 1973”?. The Foley Indoor Flea Market has you covered, friend. Nestled in the...
Man charged with trafficking meth following traffic stop
FOLEY, Ala. (WALA) - A 30-year-old man was arrested on a drug charge after Foley police say they pulled him over for a traffic violation. An officer stopped Lewis Jackson around 8:45 p.m. Tuesday and saw him try to hide drugs by pouring into a drink, according to the Foley Police Department.
New year, new scams
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - IN-DEPTH WITH SARAH WALL: New scams are making the rounds in the new year. We are taking a look at what these new scams are, how to protect yourself and your family and what to do if you are a victim. Plus, a look at the scams officials say will be most prevalent this year.
Low-end severe weather threat possible Friday and Saturday
While the overall threat remains low-end, there will be two distinct rounds of storms, with the highest impacts focused mainly north and west of Mobile.
Mobile’s Mardi Gras horse rider training moving due to threat of rain
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Jan. 8, 2026 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Because of impending heavy rain, the City of Mobile is moving Saturday’s horse rider training to The Grounds, according to city officials. The City of Mobile Animal Services Department will lead the free event from 10 a.m. to 2 […]
