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Mobile police warn of ‘federal imposter’ scams targeting businesses
The Mobile Police Department is warning of scammers posing as federal law enforcement agents targeting not just individuals, but businesses. “Suspects are calling businesses, pretending to be agents with various law enforcement agencies, usually federal,” Blake Brown, public information officer with MPD, said in an email. “This is a common scam targeting individuals, however we have seen a recent uptick in attacks on businesses as well.”
Overdose Awareness Walk continues growing tradition in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Family and friends gather for a tradition from the Mobile County Health Department–to help bring an end to drug deaths. Saturday was the third annual Overdose Awareness Walk. A group of more than a dozen people made several laps around Lyons Park Saturday. People like Katy Meador walked in memory of […]
Local oyster industry officials discuss challenges Saturday in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The importance of the oyster industry to our area came under focus Saturday at a conservation association event. The Mobile County Wildlife Conservation Association held what was called A Summer Celebration honoring the Mobile Bay Oyster. Oysters were served, of course, but there was also a...
Working to fight food insecurity in the Mobile area
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - There was a special event in Foley on Saturday to call attention to the problem of children and hunger. It was called Strike Out Hunger, a benefit for a group called Secret Meals for Hungry Children. The event was held at Gulf Bowl in Foley. Food...
Auburn Completes Waterway Study in Terry Cove and Cotton Bayou
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Cotton Bayou/Terry Cove bodies of water are part of the Perdido Bay watershed. This system connects to the Gulf of Mexico through Perdido Pass and has traditionally provided nursery habitat for aquatic and bird wildlife. Development over the years has replaced...
FMU Lions volleyball earns first win of season in 3-1 victory over SUNO
MOBILE, Ala. | After dropping back-to-back contests, Florida Memorial University earned their first win of the season in a 3-1 (24-26, 25-15, 25-15, 25-20) victory over Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) at the H. Austill Pharr Gymnasium. In game two of today's action, the Lions fell to Louisiana Christian...
‘End it Now’ rally marches through Downtown Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Rally goers took the streets of Downtown Mobile Saturday, bringing awareness to different forms of abuse. “It’s about encouraging and advocating for the end of human trafficking, the end of domestic violence and all forms of abuse,” organizer, Robert Soto said. Soto is a local pastor and has been spearheading the […]
Gunner Rivers, St. Michael open with big win at rival Bayside Academy
Gunner Rivers threw for two touchdown passes and RB Kamarjay Lavoie added two on the ground as St. Michael defeated rival Bayside Academy for the first time, 31-10 on Friday night at Freedom Field. The Cardinals (1-0) led 21-0 at halftime. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Saraland gets by Jackson, plus week 1 highlights
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Saraland Spartans squeaked by the Jackson Aggies, 35-27, in the 5th Quarter Game of the Week for week one. A late fourth-quarter interception sealed the deal for the Spartans as they improved to 1-0 on the year. Check out all the local high school football scores: Thursday night scores: Friday […]
Orange Beach Makos Win Rivalry Football Game In OT
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – A new coach, new training facilities under construction and energized players have the Orange Beach Makos ready to start the new football season. Friday evening they showed that this is going to be a better year by beating rival Elberta in overtime, 27-21.
Wilcox gets season opening win over Clarke Prep on the road
The AISA Class AA Wilcox Academy Wildcats opened the 2024 football season Friday with a 35-6 win over AISA Class AAA Clarke Prep Gators on the road. In the contest, the Wildcats’ J.P. Beck passed for 87 yards and a touchdown. He also rushed for 122 yards and three touchdowns.
Church of the Highlands spends $4.6 million on land for Daphne campus
Church of the Highlands, the largest church in Alabama, purchased around 27 acres off State Highway 181 in Daphne for a new, permanent campus in coastal Alabama. According to public records, in July the church bought the land from Malbis Plantation, Inc., care of Stirling Properties. The land was purchased for nearly $4.6 million.
The Forge with Alex and Stephen Kendrick
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - THE FORGE, in theaters August 23, tells the story of Isaiah Wright, a 19-year-old who lives for basketball and video games. A year out of high school, he still has no job, no plans, and no idea how to be a man. At odds with his single mom, Cynthia, Isaiah is given an ultimatum - to step up or move out.
Mobile is winding down ShotSpotter program but will keep elements of it
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Former Police Chief Paul Prine and Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s administration do not see eye to eye on many issues, but there is consensus about a gunshot-detection system known as ShotSpotter. It didn’t work. “We’ve always looked at, you know, is it worth it?” said...
Groups seeking Mobile's opioid settlement funds asked to submit form
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — In July, Mobile city leaders approved a $154,000 consulting contract with The Helios Alliance to help them determine how to best spend $2.3 million in opioid settlement funds. The organization's founder Rayford Etherton says they're trying to get public engagement and are asking interested groups to fill out a form ahead of a community meeting September 4th. Etherton says they're focused on opioid use prevention, treatment, survivor programs and communication coordination.
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