Longtime Greene County Store Reopens Under New Ownership

A longtime Greene County convenience store has reopened under new ownership, bringing fuel, food and a family gathering spot back to the community after closing in April. Formerly known as the Junction, the store celebrated its grand opening Oct. 29 as GC Corner Store. The new owners purchased the property in September and renovated the building before reopening.

Prison construction to move forward in county

An announcement last Thursday by Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey confirms the planned construction for a new prison facility in Escambia County. That statement came following a vote by the Alabama Corrections Institution Finance Authority (ACIFA)in a meeting of the group. Ivey said the ACIFA approved three resolutions, including the contract...

Firefighters and public works staff walk off jobs in the City of Prichard

PRICHARD, Ala. (WKRG) — Nearly half of the city of Prichard’s public works employees have walked off the job. Some Prichard city employees say enough is enough. Eight of the city’s 20 public works employees walked off the job this week, calling for better pay and better working conditions. “We had a supervisor tell the […]

2 Lost Alabama Neighborhoods That Disappeared From the Map

The disappearance of a neighborhood is not always followed by an empty field. A highway can cover its route, and a redevelopment project can replace its homes so thoroughly that an ordinary drive reveals very little of the earlier place. These two Alabama residential areas can be traced through unusually...

USS Enterprise headed to Mobile for scrapping

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The decommissioned hull of the former USS Enterprise, the nation’s first nuclear-powered aircraft carrier, is headed to Mobile for scrapping. The Navy says the ship is expected to arrive around Nov. 13. The hull will be dismantled at a private yard in Mobile. The Enterprise...

Infirmary Health opens OB-GYN clinic in Millry

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Mobile Infirmary has a new OB-GYN clinic in Millry, Alabama. The facility places a spotlight on women’s healthcare in our rural communities. Ashley Moore, Infirmary Health’s director of women’s health services, and Dr. Sharon Bush-Coaxum, an OB-GYN with FBL Physicians, P.C., sit down with Lenise Ligon to discuss how the clinic came about and the services that will be offered.

Tuberville outlines Mobile-area priorities after governor win

Tuberville outlines Mobile-area priorities after governor win.

Porchfest performers announced for Nov. 14 event

The Greater Brewton Area Chamber of Commerce has announced the entertainment line up for the annual Porchfest event set for Nov. 14. The 600 blocks of Belleville and Evergreen Avenues will feature a variety of performers on the front porches of homes along the block beginning at 1 p.m. A...

Mobile Parks & Recreation Department to host free showing of “Grease”

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) – The “Fall Movies in the Park” series continues in Mobile, and you can watch Grease, thanks to the Parks and Recreation department! The movie is being shown in Medal of Honor Park this Friday and is expected to start around 7 p.m. Outside of the main attraction, MPRD is planning a […]

Mobile City Council to consider parking changes after complaints

MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — The Mobile City Council is weighing a new contract for downtown parking management after the city received seven complaints about the current service, including calls that went unanswered. The proposal would put Park First of Alabama in charge of parking operations within the Hank...

Bourbon on the Bay returns to Mobile for 10th year

MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) – Bourbon by the Bay’s 10th annual tasting event is being held at the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf this Sunday. VIP guests can enter the event an hour early, from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. General admission runs from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Pours from more than a dozen […]

Local race results come in

Coast Guard sets moving safety zone around SS United States

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The U.S. Coast Guard Sector Mobile is setting up a moving safety zone around the SS United States as the ship prepares to leave Mobile and head into the Gulf. The ship is expected to be towed from Mobile on Monday, Nov. 9, weather permitting, according...

Black Belt election results in Tuesday's General Election

Here’s a rundown of Nov. 3 General Election local results in Black Belt counties covered by the Black Belt News Network, according to the Alabama Secretary of State’s website. Dallas County had 13,698 votes, which is a 48% turnout. Dallas County Sheriff winner is DeWayne Sanders, who got...

City of Mobile November events

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - JeNyia Rocker and Phelon Carter joined us on Studio 10 to preview the November events in the city of Mobile!. Ready to hit the field? Breakthrough Teens invites teens of all skill levels to Sage Park for an afternoon of flag football, “friendly” competition, music, food and giveaways. Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying flag football for the first time, coaches will be on hand to offer tips and encouragement throughout the games. Bring your energy, connect with friends, and enjoy an afternoon on the field.

Despite fraud loss, Regions Arena project manager says construction is still on budget

MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — The project manager overseeing construction of Mobile’s new Regions Arena told City Council members the work is projected to cost about $281.6 million, leaving the project slightly under its revised $285 million construction budget. Sam Matheny of Volkert Engineering said the original $300...

Sam Jones Cruises to Reelection in Mobile's House District 99, Routs Watts

Mobile County Probate Office — Source Of Unofficial District 99 Results. Sam Jones is headed back to Montgomery for a second term representing Alabama House District 99, with unofficial results showing him crushing Republican challenger Charlie Watts by a lopsided 75 percent to 25 percent margin. The count stood at 99 percent of votes tallied when the results were reported, according to the figures described as unofficial.

Alabama: Propelling Growth

From aerospace and advanced manufacturing to automotive and technology, companies continue to expand their operations across Alabama, bringing new investment and jobs throughout the region. In 2025, Alabama recorded a record $14.6 billion in capital investment from 234 new and expanding projects, highlighting the state’s continued momentum in attracting businesses and strengthening its workforce.

ALDOT seeks public input on proposed Spanish Fort improvements

SPANISH FORT, Ala. (NBC 15) — The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) is seeking public input on a proposed project to improve traffic flow and intersection capacity along US-31 in Spanish Fort. The proposed project includes additional lanes and intersection modifications along US-31, it extends from US-90/US-98 to School...

VOTE: MoonPie Over Mobile earns 2026 USA Today ballot spot

There's only one 600-pound MoonPie that gets dropped on New Year's Eve, and it has earned a spot among 20 other events from around the United States as the nation's favorite, according to USA Today. MoonPie Over Mobile is celebrating its 19th year of bringing free, family-friendly fun to downtown Mobile, Alabama.