“Absolutely horrific”: New details emerge in murders of the Choc family
Mobile, AL. (NBC 15) — New testimony in a preliminary hearing is shedding light on a disturbing connection between a murder suspect and one of the victims—while prosecutors argue the crime may have been sexually motivated. Investigators with the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office say the case began on...
6 Bizarre Alabama Restaurants That Are Worth Every Minute Of The Drive
These 6 unusual dining spots offer delicious food and amazing memories!. 1. Derailed Diner (Robertsdale) Well, that changes today. This restaurant puts you right inside real train cars. You sit down in an actual caboose for your meal. It’s like taking a train ride without going anywhere. The bright...
New Baldwin County housing offers hope to homeless mothers
ELBERTA, Ala. (WKRG) – A new housing development in Baldwin County is opening the door to a new beginning for mothers experiencing homelessness, one home at a time. A ribbon cutting ceremony marked the beginning of Mary’s Village. Community members celebrated the opening of the first of three new homes designed to help mothers move […]
New details in Mobile County family triple murder case (content warning)
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from April 17, 2026 MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — New details were released today in the triple murder of a Mobile County family during the suspect’s preliminary hearing. We want to warn you, some details may be difficult to read. Please proceed with caution. The Choc family, […]
2 cut during argument on Donald Street, Mobile police say
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Two people suffered cuts during an argument on Donald Street Friday night, the Mobile Police Department said. Officers responded to a disorderly conduct call involving multiple people about 9:40 p.m. Authorities said two people sustained minor injuries. Investigators are still trying to determine what led to...
Boy attacked by dog while riding bike
A 12-year-old boy is recovering after a dog attack. Home security camera captured the incident. (KIRO, TikTok: railroadrobert)
Legendary rockers bringing ‘amazing show of crazy guitar work’ to Alabama venue
When Joe Satriani promises “an amazing show of crazy guitar work,” you know that’s something he can deliver all by himself. But the tour bringing him and fellow virtuoso Steve Vai to Mobile is more than that, and it has been 40 years in the making. The...
Local kids chase national sailing dream on Mobile Bay
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Fairhope junior sailors Ty Nichols and Heather MacNair are making waves as they compete for a spot on the U.S. Youth Sailing Team. The two young athletes have qualified for the U.S. Optimist Dinghy Association (USODA) National Team Trials, one of the highest levels of youth sailing in the country.
Eastern Shore Choral Society presents “Americana”
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Eastern Shore Choral Society is presenting its spring concert “Americana”. The concert is set for Sunday, April 19 at 3:00 p.m. at First Fairhope Baptist Church, with a second performance Tuesday, April 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Spanish Fort United Methodist Church. Tickets...
Baldwin County drought raising concerns with farmers
SUMMERDALE, Ala. (WALA) - Drought conditions are worsening across Alabama, putting pressure on local farmers. The last rain fell on Easter Sunday. Farmers who planted corn before that date are watching their crops emerge, but there has been no relief since. Baldwin County row cropper Tim Mullek is seeing stress...

















