Jeremy Jones
WKRG
Mobile, AL, United States
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2 deadly shootings in Mobile County: What investigators are saying about them
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The weekend of March 11 and 12 was a deadly one in Mobile County. Two people were shot to death at two different gas stations. One in Mobile and another in Prichard. Both Mobile and Prichard police have released the names of the victims. Our crews went back to the […] → Read More
Mobile Police investigating homicide at Overlook Road
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police are investigating a homicide at the Quick Stop gas station on Overlook Road that happened Saturday night. Officers have not released many details about the investigation. WKRG News 5 had a crew on the scene. Our crew said they witnessed a sheet lying over a person at the gas […] → Read More
Oil rig on fire on east side of Mobile River
UPDATE (3:30 p.m.): Mobile Fire-Rescue Chief Jeremy Lami said the fire started at around 1:45 p.m.. Crews were scrapping and old semi-submersible platform and a cut sparked a fire due to old fuel and oil on the platform. Lami explained how this fire is difficult to put out because of how high the platform is. […] → Read More
Frustrated Prichard Water Works and Sewer customers express concerns on board funding
After another specially called meeting with two board members from the Prichard Water Works and Sewer Board, customers still walked away frustrated, confused, and scratching their heads. → Read More
2 Prichard Water Works Board Members to hold special meeting
Prichard Water Board members John Johnson Jr. and Cherry Doyle are holding a special called Prichard Water Works and Sewer Board Meeting to discuss the one and half million dollars given to them by the Mobile County Commission. → Read More
Family members speak out after 2 injured in shooting at Rickarby Park
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Police Department is investigating a Friday night shooting at Rickarby Park that injured two people. WKRG spoke to Renetta Wallace and Lavonya Wallace who identify their father, Laverne Knight Jr, and brother Leveron Wallace as the two victims shot at Rickarby Park in Mobile Friday evening. Renetta was grazed […] → Read More
2 hurt, dog rescued in crash on Schillinger Rd.: Mobile Police
Mobile Police and Fire-Rescue said two people were injured and a dog was rescued in a two car crash at the intersection of Schillinger and Cottage Hill Road Wednesday night. → Read More
Mobile Police investigate deadly crash on North University Blvd. Monday night
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile Police Department said they are investigating a deadly crash on North University Boulevard at Mickey Drive Monday night. Police said the crash happened at around 8:52 p.m.. WKRG has a team on scene working to learn more details. According to News 5’s Jeremy Jones, Mobile Fire-Rescue, several MPD officers […] → Read More
Thousands gather to celebrate Joe Cain’s Procession
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — After Joe Cain’s widows finished grieving, they took to the streets in all black to celebrate his legacy. Cain is credited for revitalizing Mardi Gras in Mobile. The streets filled with cheer and excitement, most people in the parade were more excited for the parade than the one who helped it […] → Read More
Mother of Semmes beauty supply shooting victim holds march in honor of son; raising awareness on gun violence
It has been two weeks since Zycorreyan Brown-Harris, 20, was shot and killed in a K&J Beauty Supply in Semmes. His mother, Porshina Harris, held a march after her family laid ZyCorreyan to rest Saturday afternoon. → Read More
Victim identified and arrest made in Semmes Mobile Home homicide: MCSO
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office has identified a victim and a suspect in Friday night’s deadly shooting. Deputies arrested Thomas Ernest Kimbler, 36, and he is charged with murder for shooting and killing Matthew Ray Smith, 38. The shooting happened at the Alexis Place Mobile Home Park on Schillinger Road around […] → Read More
Family holds vigil for Prichard gas station homicide victim
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — It was an emotional Sunday evening for the families and friends who knew Destiny Watson as they gathered to hold a candlelit vigil to pay their respects and to release purple and red balloons in Destiny’s honor. Watson was shot and killed at the Chevron gas station off Saint Stephens Road […] → Read More
1 shot at Chevron on St. Stephens Road, transported to hospital: Prichard Police
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Prichard Police confirmed one person was shot at the Chevron Gas Station off St. Stephens Road Tuesday night. Police said they are unsure of the victim’s condition, but they were transported to the hospital with a gunshot wound. WKRG News 5 has a team on-scene. This story will be updated as we learn more. → Read More
Mobile-native Coast Guard members share their experience rescuing a man in rushing waters in Oregon
In a viral video provided by the U.S. Coast Guard, members of the Coast Guard are seen jumping into the rushing waters of the Columbia River in Oregon, rescuing a man from a boat. In the video, one big wave causes the boat to completely flip over. → Read More
Mother who lost son in deadly Semmes shooting speaks out, wants to raise awareness on gun violence
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Family, friends, and loved ones gathered in front of the Plateau Community Center in Mobile to mourn the loss of ZyCorreyan Brown-Harris, 20 who was shot and killed inside the K&J Beauty Supply store in Semmes. His mother, Porshina Harris believes there are more people responsible for her son’s death, and […] → Read More
Local law enforcement officials not happy about early inmate release
Nearly 400 inmates will be released from prison in Alabama over the next couple of months due to a law passed during a special 2021 legislative session. → Read More
Mobile man charged, victim’s mother blames police chases for daughter’s death
Out on bond, Franklin is charged with homicide by vehicle for allegedly leading officers on a pursuit until he crashed into a tree, killing passenger Kailyn Draine, 19. → Read More
3 facing criminal charges after Mary G. Montgomery students fell sick after eating THC infused candy
Mobile County Public School System and Semmes Police Chief Todd Freind released new details in the Mary G. Montgomery High School THC edibles investigation that left multiple students sick. → Read More
Students at Mary G. Montgomery High School sick after eating laced candy
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Semmes Police Department said they are investigating after multiple students at Mary G. Montgomery High School got sick from eating laced candy. According to Semmes Police Chief Todd Friend, one student that attends MGM was transported to the hospital but is expected to be ok. Virginia Guy with […] → Read More
2022 a slow year for home sales in Mobile, Baldwin Counties
The National Realtors Association reported that home sales have decreased in 2022. The lowest it's been in the past decade. Many factors have come into play such as inflation and interest rates. → Read More