Neil Costes, WKRG

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Deadly hit and run reported on Bayou Texar Bridge in Pensacola

According to Pensacola Police, officers were called to the bridge on Monday, August 15, at around 3:30 a.m. and found a male dead at the location. → Read More

Saraland Youth Baseball commissioner arrested, charged with theft

Jacob Gunter, 36, was arrested Wednesday, May 18, on a theft charge as well as four counts of credit card fraud. → Read More

Mother charged in newborn’s death, accused of using heroin during pregnancy

Paramedics found Amanda Malpas with a heroin needle in her arm the day of the birth, MCSO Sgt. Mark Bailey said. → Read More

Suspect fires shot during arrest in Mobile, police say

According to Mobile Police, officers approached 38-year-old Darren Sykes on Plover Street Wednesday afternoon while looking for another person. → Read More

Lockdown alarm goes off by mistake at University of South Alabama

There was some brief confusion on campus Monday after the lockdown alarm mistakenly sounded at the University of South Alabama. → Read More

Mobile Mardi Gras towing rules explained

Before you head downtown this Mardi Gras season, know the rules about where you can and can’t park. → Read More

One dead one injured after shooting in Tillman’s Corner

UPDATE(2/2/22 1:49 p.m.) — One person is dead and one injured after a shooting in Tillman’s Corner. A woman and man were shot. The woman was shot in the stomach and is pronounced dead. The man was shot in the leg and is hospitalized. ORIGINAL STORYTILLMAN’S CORNER, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police confirm two people […] → Read More

Parents, do THIS before giving your old phone to your child

What many parents don’t know is that old cell phones can still dial 911, even phones without a current cellular plan. → Read More

Mobile County Schools went against Health Department recommendation to mandate masks

Mobile County Health Officer Dr. Bernard H. Eichold II sent a letter to school leaders on January 3 recommending masks be required. → Read More

Two children shot at home on Clark Street in Mobile

Police say the injuries to the 9-year-old and 6-year-old are not life-threatening. → Read More

Former Auburn star returning to Vigor as defensive coordinator

Deshaun Davis announced on social media he’ll be Vigor High School’s next defensive coordinator. → Read More

Armored truck driver robbed at Baldwin County gas station

The robbery happened at a gas station at the Wilcox exit on I-10 Tuesday evening. → Read More

Surveillance image shows possible getaway vehicle in Best Buy heist

Spanish Fort Police Chief John Barber said the burglars targeted Apple products like iPhones and iPads. → Read More

University of South Alabama picks Jo Bonner for president

The former congressman and current chief of staff for Gov. Kay Ivey was one of three finalists for the position. → Read More

Driver accused of leading MPD on chase with kids in car

According to MPD, the driver called police during the chase to tell them about the kids in the car. → Read More

Gulf Coast victim of prolific serial killer Samuel Little identified

For years, the victim was simply known as “Escatawpa Jane Doe” by investigators. Through DNA evidence, they’ve now identified her as Clara Birdlong. → Read More

Mobile mother charged with murder in 3-year-old son’s death

An autopsy showed the child died from severe head trauma and other injuries, according to MPD. → Read More

Man wearing only underwear, socks brings I-10 traffic to a crawl

Witnesses said a car was driving alongside the man apparently to shield him from traffic. → Read More

Two Citronelle city employees facing HR investigation

CITRONELLE, Ala. (WKRG) — Two City of Citronelle employees are facing an HR investigation. Citronelle’s mayor confirmed to WKRG News 5 disciplinary actions have been taken, but he did not go into detail about what those actions were. The mayor would not name the two employees or say what prompted the investigation. LATEST POSTS: → Read More

News 5 Investigates: Tracking hate crimes in Alabama is a flawed and messy process

In a year with so many people calling for better transparency, should it really be this difficult to get a clear answer on Alabama’s statewide totals? → Read More