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Longtime Alabama RB commit Anthony Rogers will ‘know for sure in December’
Longtime Alabama commit Anthony Rogers is still checking out all his options as he heads into his senior year of high school. The 4-star Carver-Montgomery running back committed to Nick Saban’s Alabama staff in June 2023. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link...
Wendy’s: Cinnabon Pull-Apart and Frosty Cream Cold Brew
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Wendy’s is doubling down on better breakfast with unmatched value and quality on the go. Whether you are craving something sweet or savory, Wendy’s has you covered. Wendy’s fans can indulge in the Cinnabon Pull-Apart and Frosty Cream Cold Brew throughout the day. Stop by your local Wendy’s today!
Ram Rush underway as students celebrate move-in day at the University of Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - There are a lot of new faces at the University of Mobile. Nearly 300 freshmen will be joining the university this year. And out of the over 1,700 students enrolled, nearly 650 of them will call the campus home. And that includes a pair of twins...
Exclusive: Muscadine Bloodline Discuss Finding Their Musical Identity and ‘The Coastal Plain’
Today, Mobile, Alabama natives Muscadine Bloodline released their long-awaited fourth studio album The Coastal Plain. Gary Stanton and Charlie Muncaster spent years trying to find their musical identity. They started to scratch the surface of that identity with Dispatch to 16th Ave. in 2022. Since then, they’ve continued to dig deeper into who they are as men and musicians. As a result, today’s new release marks the truest version of the band that fans have heard thus far.
The Forge with Priscilla Shirer and Aspen Kennedy
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Priscilla Shirer and Aspen Kennedy share about the faith based film. The Forge tells the story of Isaiah Wright, a 19 year old who lives for basketball and video games. After graduating from high school without any plans for the future, Isaiah receives a push to start making better life decisions.
SBC Football 365 Preview - South Alabama
NEW ORLEANS — After making back-to-back bowl appearances for the first time in program history, South Alabama will open its 2024 slate on Saturday, August 31, when it hosts North Texas at 5:00 p.m. ET/4:00 p.m. CT on ESPN+. The matchup will be the second-ever between the two programs....
Wawa grand openings set for Mobile, Robertsdale stores
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Two more Wawa stores are coming to Alabama, and grand opening celebrations are scheduled, according to company officials. Wawa said in a press release that the new gas station and convenience stores are coming to Mobile and Robertsdale. Both stores, which are scheduled to have grand openings on Aug. 29, come four […]
United States Sports Academy: Coffee with a Coach - Andy Canegitta
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The United States Sports Academy is excited for its upcoming Track & Field season with new Head Coach Andy Canegitta. We sat down with Andy in our Coffee with a Coach segment to learn a little more about his history and why he’s thrilled to be at USSA.
Lady Hornets Win Season-Opener Against Mobile 2-1
PENSACOLA, Fla. - The Alabama State Lady Hornets began their 2024 season with a 2-1 win over Mobile on Saturday afternoon. The game was played at Escambia Park Stadium, in the Ashton Brosnahan Athletic Complex. In the first half, the Hornets fell behind after Mobile scored in the 31st minute....
Plane crashes into Mobile Bay — Mobile Police and Coast Guard respond
UPDATE (4:06 p.m.): The pilot of the aircraft that overturned in Mobile Bay on Friday morning told WKRG that the two people on board walked away with no scratches and were able to “laugh it off.” The Federal Aviation Administration determined the aircraft to be a single-engine Quicksilver SP II, which is an extramental aircraft. […]
Middle Hitters Preview: South Alabama Volleyball 2024 Season
Leading up to the start of the 2024 South Alabama volleyball season, we will preview all the position groups on the Jaguar roster. The four-part series examines each position group ahead South’s season opener versus Texas A&M at Jag Gym. This installment looks at South Alabama’s middle hitters. RETURNING STARTERS (1) – Lillie Simmons (Gr., 5-11) – 31-31 (MP-MS), 110 SP, 142.5 points, 86 kills, .313 hitting percentage, 100.0 total blocks (0.91 bps), 13 blocks solo, 87 block assists OTHER RETURNING PLAYERS (1) – Evie Taylor (R-Jr., 6-1) – 13-0 (MP-MS), 7 kills NEWCOMERS (3) – Dalayla Blackwell (R-Fr., 5-11)…
Mobile swimming star and Olympian Casey Converse passes away
Native Mobilian Casey Converse, a member of the 1976 U.S Olympic team and a successful college coach, died on Aug. 8 after a long battle with cancer. Converse, 66, attended UMS-Wright and moved to California after his junior year to further his swimming career. He made the 1976 U.S. Olympic team and swam in the 400-meter freestyle event. Although he didn’t win a medal, he was well on his way to becoming a renowned swimmer, as he gained even more fame as an All-American long-distance swimmer at Alabama.
Kitchen Cops: Dead roach found in Waffle House pickle jar
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - There are only two trouble spots to report this week in Madison County, but one of them has one of the most disturbing things we’ve ever seen in a Kitchen Cops report and the other is inside Huntsville Hospital. The Waffle House on Pratt Avenue...
Birmingham woman sues Lane Kiffin, Trumps, and JD Vance, asking for '1,000,000 Gazillions'
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. (WBMA) - How are college football coach Lane Kiffin, members of the Trump family, and VP candidate JD Vance connected? They are all named in a lawsuit filed by a Birmingham woman. According to court documents obtained by ABC 33/40 News, the woman, who we are not...
Jordan Davis to perform in Orange Beach Saturday — what this show means to him
ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WKRG) — Award-winning country musician Jordan Davis is bringing his ‘Damn Good Time World Tour’ to Orange Beach on Saturday, Aug. 17. WKRG News 5’s Digital Reporter Summer Poole spoke with Davis on Thursday to find out what fans attending the concert can expect. Davis has multiple No. 1 singles including “Singles […]
Gulf Shores Haunted Hustle 5k set for October 19
GULF SHORES, Ala. (WPMI) — Gulf Shores, Ala. – The City of Gulf Shores is excited to announce the Haunted Hustle coming to Gulf Place Public Beach on Saturday, Oct. 19. Locals and visitors are invited to wear their best Halloween costume and participate in this horrifyingly fun event featuring a Haunted Hustle 5K, Fun Run, Witches on Wheels, and a live DJ. Proceeds for this event benefit the Dolphin Foundation for Education and Arts, who will also be selling pizza and refreshments, including beer and wine, on-site.
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