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Lawyer announces insanity defense for Mobile man charged with vulgar rape threat
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - A man who was reportedly upset over the split of the United Methodist Church pleaded not guilty Wednesday to charges that he made angry and threatening calls to a church late last year and early this year. Richard David Colvin, 60, of Mobile, faces a federal...
‘My heart is back mended’: Hurricane Katrina victim’s family reconnected to remains 19 years later
BILOXI, Miss. (WKRG) — A Hurricane Katrina victim’s family finally has closure as Tonie Waltman got to hold her mom’s ashes. It’s a full-circle moment for the family of Tonette Waltman Jackson. It is also a full-circle moment that WKRG News 5 has been covering since 2005 when former News 5 reporter Jennifer Mayerle spoke […]
City of Mobile upcoming events
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - City of Mobile shares the upcoming events for this month. Events in July of 4 th of July Celebration – 7.4.24 ▪ Come and participate in an exciting day at the USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park! Enjoy a day filled with lively music, engaging games, entertaining activities, delightful face painting, and a breathtaking fireworks show at 9 PM. Don’t miss this opportunity to bring your friends and family for fun and excitement! FIREWORKS BEGIN AT 9 PM SHARP! Parking is $5 for cars and $30 for RVs, CASH ONLY.
'Love & Marriage: Huntsville' Star KeKe Jabbar Is Survived by Her Husband and Three Kids
On July 2, 2024, social media personality Marcella Speaks sadly announced that Love & Marriage: Huntsville star KeKe Jabbar has died. Marcella read the family's statement on a YouTube livestream and shared that the reality TV star "passed away peacefully at home surrounded by love."She was 42 years old."She was a mom, a sister, and a great friend full of life, love and laughter," the statement continued. "She will be sorely missed, and at this time, we are asking for respect and privacy in our moment of grief while we process this great loss."There has been an outpouring of support...
16-year-old arrested in connection to deadly Prichard shootout
PRICHARD, Ala. (WALA) - FOX10 News has learned a 16-year-old Mobile boy has been arrested in connection to one of the deadly shootings in Prichard on Sunday, June 30. Prichard PD said the teen fired shots during a shootout in the 200 block of Meaher Street, but he wasn’t the gunman who killed Asa Jones.
Montgomery World War II veteran Romay Davis, oldest surviving member of ‘Six Triple Eight’ battalion, dead at 104
Romay Davis, a Montgomery woman who was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal in 2021 as a member of an all-black female battalion that served overseas during World War II, has died. Davis, who was the oldest living member of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion — known as the ‘Six...
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency gearing up for Independence Day traffic — what you need to know
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is gearing up for a busy holiday weekend on the roadways. ALEA Public Information Officer Joshua Thompson told News 5 what they’re looking out for. “We are looking for a various amount of violations, reckless driving, speed, road rage,” Thompson said. Alabama troopers don’t have to […]
Fourth of July events on the Gulf Coast
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Independence Day is on Thursday, and there are festivities all along the Gulf Coast. Here are some events scheduled for the Fourth of July across the WKRG News 5 viewing area. We will update this list as we learn about more events. Biloxi The annual fireworks spectacular over the Mississippi Sound […]
LCU second baseman secures Second Team All-Louisiana
PINEVILLE, La. (WNTZ)– The Louisiana Christian University softball program is a witness to greatness as one of the most decorated student-athletes in team history has added another accolade to her trophy case as second baseman Olivia Coaker gave the Wildcats representation on the 2024 All-Louisiana Second Team, her second inclusion over the past three seasons.
Update: Heat advisory for Southeast Alabama until Thursday evening
On Thursday at 1:32 p.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 8 p.m. for Coffee, Dale, Henry, Geneva and Houston counties. Weather service Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations. Stay hydrated: Remember to drink plenty of fluids. Find cool...
Luke Bryan Expands Shore Thing Cigars with Second Location
Luke Bryan recently celebrated the grand opening of the second location of Shore Thing Cigars. The country superstar, who co-owns the establishment with Tobacconist of the Year and three-time Davidoff Golden Band Award winner Paul Copeland, stopped by the new location to sign some autographs and raise a toast. Where...
Several cities announce changes to garbage pick-up due to holiday
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Due to the Independence Day holiday, several area cities have announced changes for residents whose normal garbage collection day is on Thursday. In Mobile, trash and garbage pickup will not run on Thursday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. The makeup day for garbage is Saturday, July 6. There is no makeup day for trash.
Heat dome continues to trap heat & humidity at the surface
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WHNT) — Tuesday was an extremely hot and humid day across the Tennessee Valley. A strong southeast wind has led to an increase of hot air and moisture across the Southeast. An upper-level high pressure will remain situated over the region, keeping the hot and humid air mass in place. This heat dome […]
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