Mobile police urge revelers not to celebrate New Year’s Eve with guns
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Dec. 31, 2025 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile police are reminding New Year’s Eve revelers of the law of physics and urging them not to celebrate with guns. “Please remember that what goes up must come down,” a Nextdoor post by Mobile Police Lt. Mac Hardeman […]
Poarch Creek Indians donate $50,000 to USA Health Children’s and Women’s Hospital
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Poarch Creek Indians are making a significant impact on children’s healthcare in the Gulf Coast region. The tribe has donated $50,000 to USA Health Children’s and Women’s Hospital in Mobile. The money will fund two new pediatric monitors for operating rooms. Officials...
Thousands turn out for Mobile’s MoonPie Drop, welcoming the new year
When Morris Day stops the show to tell you he has a question, you’ve got a pretty good idea what it’s going to be. And when he does this during MooonPie Over Mobile festivities, you know the answer, too. What time is it? Almost midnight. Time to ring...
Alabama Makes Coaching Staff Addition From Mobile
The Crimson Tide is expected to hire an assistant from South Alabama to help on the Crimson Tide's coaching staff.
I-10 westbound lanes in Daphne closed following crash
Video above: Is driving safer than other modes of transportation? DAPHNE, Ala. (WKRG) — Daphne Police are on the scene of a crash on I-10 westbound that has all westbound lanes blocked. According to ALGO, the incident was reported at 10:36 a.m., and as of 11:28, lanes were blocked. Daphne police say a car towing […]
Prichard pushes for stronger animal control laws after dog attack
The Prichard City Council is considering tougher penalties for repeat offenders following an attack that injured a teacher and student.
Mobile Mardi Gras 2026: Parade Schedule
Video above: WKRG Mardi Gras Poem 2025 MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — WKRG News 5 is your guide for all things Mardi Gras on the Gulf Coast. Here we’re keeping track of Mardi Gras 2026 parade schedules in Mobile. Fat Tuesday is Feb. 17, 2026, but Mardi Gras parades in Mobile roll well ahead of the holiday. […]
Mobile city leaders urged to toughen penalties after violent dog attacks
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — Frustrated Mobile residents say the city needs to do more to address dangerous dogs that attack people and other animals. They're pleading with city leaders to strengthen the laws. Right now, owners of vicious animals face a $100 fine plus court costs. Mary Pettit says last month three roaming...
Mobile man accused of impersonating charity volunteer
MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — On Christmas Eve, Mobile police say an officer saw a 71-year-old man at the corner of Dauphin Street and N. Joachim Street holding a red bucket and asking people for donations. Police say Bobbie Brown was wearing an American Red Cross hat and a...
Crash shuts down part of I-10 in Baldwin County
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WALA) - A crash shut down a portion of westbound Interstate 10 just past the Malbis exit this morning in Baldwin County. The wreck happened between Exits 35 and 38. Police say a truck was towing another vehicle when it lost control and flipped. A helicopter landed...
