Cherish Lombard
WKRG
Alabama, United States
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Inside, and underneath one of ‘The Best Haunted Hotels in America’
The Malaga Inn in downtown Mobile is said to have some guests, who never leave. Ghosts at the historic family-run hotel are just as notorious as the inn itself. → Read More
WKRG News 5 anchor shares encounter with youth violence, Mobile Police Sgt. reminds community no one is immune
Youth violence is a big problem with no end in sight. Police across the U.S. say more and more victims are innocent bystanders. Many long-time Mobilians said they don't feel safe letting their kids do a lot of the things they did when they were kids. → Read More
Widow of the late Congressman dies in crash
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Mobile Police Department have confirmed that one person died after their vehicle overturned and caught fire on Thursday, May 12. Neighbors told WKRG News 5 that the person in the crash was Karen Callahan. Callahan was the widow of longtime Alabama Congressman Sonny Callahan. Neighbors said she was […] → Read More
30 Seconds. That’s how quickly a child can drown, and why lessons should start early
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The leading cause of accidental death in children ages one to four in the United States is drowning. Drowning is preventable. In order to prevent it, we have to think about layers of protection for our kids, including ‘ISR’–Infant Swimming Resource ‘Self-Rescue.’ → Read More
Mobile toddler we were all rooting for, loses cancer battle
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A little girl was diagnosed with cancer less than a year ago, and we knew her time was likely limited. We first shared Scarlett Castanares’s story in June, shortly after her family learned she was battling osteosarcoma. Her parents, stronger than most as they watched their 4-year-old fighting a fight she […] → Read More
Toddler fights cancer while her parents fight COVID on the front lines
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — While they were on the front lines helping people battling COVID-19 in other parts of the country, little did they know, their 3-year-old was home in Mobile, fighting her own battle. The respiratory therapists discovered their daughter had bone cancer. Cecilia Tran never expected to celebrate her daughter’s fourth birthday in […] → Read More
Expert weighs in on safety of COVID vaccines for pregnant mother and baby
We’ve all heard different opinions about getting vaccinated against COVID. There seem to be even more mixed reviews for women who are pregnant. So we’re asking a health expert. → Read More
‘Cookie’ the tobogganing bunny
Canadian magician Ron Gudel took his seven-year-old tobogganing bunny, Cookie, with him to a run down Blue Heron Hill in Windsor, Ontario. Cookie stayed on Gudel’s shoulder during the sled run of their lives. → Read More
Run the GO Run and help raise money for local GYN cancer research
Every 7 minutes a woman is diagnosed with a gynecologic cancer. → Read More
Find lost pets, post pets you’ve found, and help animal shelters damaged during Hurricane Sally
(WKRG) — Several animal shelters in our area have damage due to Hurricane Sally, and could really use your help. There are 82 dogs and cats at the Baldwin County Animal Shelter in Summerdale. If you can adopt, or even foster, please contact the shelter. The best way to do that is through Facebook. You […] → Read More
Prepping your pets for Hurricane Sally
As Hurricane Sally gets ready to make landfall, members of the Humane Society of the United States are hoping you’ll take the time to make sure your pets are ready. → Read More
Joint presser held by Mobile County Commission and City of Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A joint presser will be held at 2:30 PM on Monday, September 14 by Mobile County Commission and the City of Mobile. The presser will be regarding approaching Hurricane Sally. LATEST STORIES → Read More
Rescue puppy born missing part of his brain takes first steps
English Cocker Spaniel puppy Arthur has come a long way since he was born 7 months ago. The little pup was born breech and unable to walk. Arthur’s veterinarian determined an unusual cause– he was born without a cerebellum. → Read More
K-9 ‘Jester’ helps end two-county pursuit, takes down suspect
A pursuit across two counties ended in a K-9 apprehension and a suspect in custody Wednesday. → Read More
George Floyd to be remembered Tuesday, June 9 across CUMULUS MEDIA radio stations, and Graffiti Bridge
George Floyd will be remembered across CUMULUS MEDIA and Westwood One radio stations Tuesday, June 9. The 8 minute and 46-second audio tribute airing at 12:00 p.m.(CST) will mark the burial of George Floyd. → Read More
Sessions challenges Trump tweet
Sessions says the president is “damn fortunate” the AG recused himself in the Russia investigation. → Read More
COVID-19 question of the day: “Can I take non-steroidal anti-inflammatories if I have COVID-19?”
Is it true that you aren’t supposed to take Tylenol, Advil, and Ibuprofen with coronavirus? → Read More
COVID-19 question of the day: ‘How could I get COVID-19 from touching my face?’
The more you touch your face, the better the chance you have of getting sick. → Read More
ALEA issues missing child alert in Athens
Izabella Jade Boyd was last seen early Saturday morning → Read More
Mardi Gras Battle: Gulf Coast vs. New Orleans
When it comes to Mardi Gras, no question–Celebrating Mardi Gras along the Gulf Coast is just better! → Read More