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Already charged in teen’s overdose death, Alabama man allegedly caught trying to sell drugs to high school student, sheriff says
An Alabama man already charged in the drug overdose death of a teenage girl has been arrested after a school resource officer got a tip about a possible drug sale, prompting an investigation. “The (school) resource officer turned over the information quickly to our team and we were able to...
UPDATE: 1 in custody, 1 still on the loose after 5-year-old shot in Semmes Sunday
UPDATE (6 p.m.): Jesus Rodriguez, a man wanted in connection with a shooting that left a 5-year-old injured, is in custody, according to Semmes Police Chief Todd Freind. Police are still looking for Antony Josue Mena Moron. Original Story SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — The Semmes Police Department is looking for two men to question in […]
Prichard investigators: 2 of 3 weekend homicides may have drug ties
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Three separate shootings left three people dead in Prichard in less than 24 hours over the weekend. Investigators said the motives in some of these cases include drug ties. “This is something that needs to have immediate attention because there are those who are out there who could care less about […]
Two arrested, others hurt after police chase, rollover crash: Semmes PD
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — Semmes Police are investigating after an early morning police chase ends in a rollover crash. Police say it started on Moffett Road before dawn Saturday morning when police attempted to pull a vehicle over. The driver then led police on a high-speed chase that ended when the vehicle flipped in a […]
Chickasaw Police seek felon suspected of domestic violence
CHICKASAW, Ala. (WPMI) — Chickasaw Police responded to a domestic violence call in the 500 block 4th Avenue on Tuesday, April 15, 2024 at approximately 8:35 pm. Upon officers arrival, Robert Pettaway, 43, was arguing with the victim. Officers separated Mr. Pettaway and the victim in an attempt to speak with both parties. As Mr. Pettaway was walking with the officers, Pettaway dropped a handgun and took off on foot running from officers.
Arcelormittal To Add Plant In Calvert
ArcelorMittal has been awarded $280 million in federal income tax credits for an additional plant in Calvert, Business Alabama reports. The company plans an advanced manufacturing plant capable of delivering 150,000 mT of non-grain-oriented electrical steel annually. The funds come from the Qualifying Advanced Energy Product Credit, which can fund up to 30% of a project that helps secure the domestic clean energy supply chain. The company plans an annealing pickling line, a cold-rolling mill, an annealing coating line and other facilities. These are to create 1,300 construction and 260 permanent jobs. It is to be built near the AM/NS Calvert plant, which includes a hot strip mill, a cold rolling mill, hot dip galvanizing lines, a river terminal, a rail yard and an under-construction electric arc furnace. The company notes that the specialty steel is especially useful in producing electric vehicles, which, in turn, help meet federal clean energy goals.
Mobile woman arrested in connection with Dollar General robbery: MPD
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A woman was arrested Monday in connection with a robbery at a Dollar General on April 16, according to the Mobile Police Department. 33-year-old Kendra Regina Mitchell was identified as a suspect and arrested Monday, a department release said. A previous MPD release said officers were called to a Dollar General […]
Mobile County DA and Prichard Police Chief hash out differences in sit-down meeting
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The Mobile County district attorney and Prichard police chief had a chance to sit down face-to-face on Wednesday. DA Keith Blackwood and Chief Walter Knight met to discuss what the two called “a communication breakdown.”. Earlier this month, a heated exchange ensued between Prichard officials,...
Satsuma Fire Rescue receives much-needed grant thanks to Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Satsuma Fire and Rescue got a little help Tuesday morning from the community they serve in the form of a check for $34,868. The money will pay for several tools including a new cutter, spreader, ram, and accessories. “When you’re able to fill the void of...
Prichard Police investigating possible vehicular homicide
PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — The Prichard Police Department is investigating a possible vehicular homicide. A man was killed possibly by being struck by an unknown vehicle, according to officials. Anyone with information contact the Prichard Police Department at 251-452-2211. Police are not releasing the victim’s identity or cause of death at this time. This is […]
Mobile PD participating in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday April 27
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — The Mobile Police Department will be participating in the National Prescription Drug Take Back Day happening this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mobile Police Headquarters. MPD asks those with unused or expired medication to drop these items off for safe disposal. Mobile...
147 Townhomes coming to Semmes
SEMMES, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the City of Semmes announced on their Facebook page Wednesday that plans are being made to develop 147 townhomes. According to the post, the Semmes Planning Commission approved the subdivision of phases one and two of the PUD of Admiral Landing Tuesday afternoon. The master plan was also approved. […]
St. Mary’s Steak Out Weekend to fund school’s structural improvements
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — St. Mary’s Steak Out Weekend is almost here with events for the whole family! The weekend consists of several events including Mix and Mingle, Kids Play Day and Steak Out: Before Kids Play Day, there will be a memorial walk for a former St. Mary’s teacher who passed away. “The first […]
Miss Saraland High School: Stylish Seniors Clothing Drive
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - From the Senior Breakfast to Awards Night, seniors have multiple events to attend at the end of the year. These events require students to dress in attire such as Sunday best and dressy casual. It is always fun to get something new to wear, however that can be an added expense to the other fees, dues, and payments required upon graduation. Therefore, my clothing drive called Stylish Seniors encourages students and members of our community to make donations of clothing items suitable for these events. This year’s event began April 1st and will conclude next Tuesday April 30th . Miss Saraland 2024 Armani Dixon joined us on Studio 10 to tell us more about it.
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