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Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — On the night of June 4, 2023, a 3.3 magnitude earthquake was recorded in the Gulf of Mexico. The epicenter was approximately 130 miles south-southeast of Orange Beach, Alabama​. This seismic event, while not causing any significant harm or disturbance, captured...

On Sunday, June 4, a 3.3-magnitude earthquake occurred approximately 121 miles from Gulf Shores, Alabama, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The rare seafloor earthquake occurred shortly after 11 p.m. Sunday night and occurred in an area with no know fault lines or tectonic boundaries, according to a report from the Biloxi Sun Herald. USGS data shows it was centered just over 3 miles below the seafloor.

In March, a juvenile Great White shark was caught by shore fishermen on Orange Beach, believed to be the first of its kind caught off an Alabama beach, generating a lot of attention for on-shore shark fishing. This past weekend, a video posted to Facebook showing a shark caught and...

A bicyclist is out of the hospital and recovering at home after being hit Friday by a hit and run driver on Coastal Gateway in Gulf Shores. The driver has been arrested but police say made a bad situation a whole lot worse.

Orange Beach Welcomes School Resource Officers' Gathering. Orange Beach, Ala. — (OBA) — The Alabama Association of School Resource Officers (TAASRO) is holding an event at the Orange Beach Event Center, a premier venue known for hosting a variety of occasions from corporate conferences to trade shows, seminars, sporting events, and more. The Event Center, situated at the base of the Beach Express and Canal Road in Orange Beach, boasts 18,000 square feet of rentable space.

Two 16-year-olds armed with handguns went into a Pensacola homeless camp to buy methamphetamine, but one ended up dead and the other charged with his murder, even though he didn’t fire the fatal shot. The Escambia County (Fla.) Sheriff’s Office said the incident took place May 26 at a...

And a tortoise, bearded dragon and scorpions too! West Florida Public Libraries are hosting Reno’s Reptiles all week long for an animal show-and-tell. All ages are welcome to join and learn about these incredible species, full schedule below. Join Reno’s Reptiles this week at the following locations:. Wednesday,...

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — More events will be added as they are announced. The City of Gulf Shores will celebrate the Fourth of July with a stunning fireworks display, beginning at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 4. Fireworks will be shot from the Gulf State Park Fishing and Education Pier.

FOLEY, Ala. (WKRG) — The City of Foley has seen the biggest growth in population from 2020 to 2022 among cities in Baldwin County, according to a report from the Public Affairs Research Council of Alabama. In two years, Foley saw an increase of 2,979 people or a growth rate of 14.47%. In 2022, Foley […]

At the start of every hurricane season, emergency managers encourage people to be prepared by stocking up on supplies including batteries, flashlights, and canned food. It’s solid advice. A powerful storm can hit at anytime and leave people trapped in their homes without power and running water, until roads are cleared, and utilities are restored.

Essential Water Main Tie-In Leads to Temporary Lane Closure on Canal Road. Orange Beach, Ala. - (OBA) - Residents and visitors should prepare for temporary traffic adjustments due to water authority work scheduled for next week. The southern eastbound lane of Canal Road, in front of Dollar General and Posh Interiors, will be closed to facilitate the Orange Beach Water Authority's operations.

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Escambia County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating after a Foley man was arrested Monday for a series of vehicle break-ins in the Three Waters Green neighborhood. Andrew Gregory of Foley is facing 20 counts of charges ranging from burglary and theft, to criminal mischief. Deputies arrested Gregory after a run-in with […]

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - We visited with our friends at Bama Flooring to once again show off their incredible selection, but also offer helpful tips. Today she shows you how to properly mop and maintain your floors, which can also help you maintain your warranty. Bama Flooring is family owned...

The fatal shooting of a 16-year-old May 26 at a Pensacola homeless camp was determined to be an act of self-defense, according to the Escambia County Sheriff's Office. The day of the incident, ECSO deputies responded to the 40th block of Murphy Lane in reference to a shots fired disturbance, an ECSO Facebook post said. Upon arrival, a 16-year-old male was located with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Two senior officials put on administrative leave last week were in the process of being forced to resign after Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves wanted to go in a "different direction," the mayor indicated Tuesday. Speaking at his weekly press conference on Tuesday, Reeves stressed that Parks and Recreation Department Director Adrian Stills and Neighborhoods Administrator Lawrence Powell had done nothing wrong. He said he just wanted to go a "different direction" in those positions and the news...

One person was killed and four more were injured in a shooting Saturday night at a gathering in Pensacola. Approximately 50 to 100 people were gathered in the 200 block of Crescent Drive, according to the Escambia County Sheriff's Office. An individual entered the gathering and shot a male victim multiple times. The male...

The perfect mix of mix of blues, rock and soul will serenade the sea this evening as one of Pensacola Beach’s favorites, Tyler Mac, takes the stage at Bands on the Beach. His rhythmic grooves and lengthy improvisational jams have gained him popularity in Pensacola and beyond. Born in...

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Are you a fan of Matt Rife? If so, get excited! The famous comedian will be making his way to the Gulf Coast in October. Matt Rife announced his upcoming shows in a TikTok video Monday with famous couple Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis. One of those upcoming shows is scheduled […]

West Fraser lumber and sawmill in McDavid has plans for a multi-million dollar expansion that will also create dozens of new jobs. To support their investment, Escambia County commissioners are being asked to support a tax break for the Canada-based sawmill company. The issue is on the agenda for Thursday’s commission meeting. The...

ORANGE BEACH, Ala. (WPMI) — The State Department of Education says the Orange Beach School System owes it millions of dollars. The school board says they've been hard at work for about a year and having productive conversations with the state, trying to find solutions to fix this issue. The Orange Beach School Board hasn't released any new information, however, they do say that they're confident this issue will be resolved by the end of this month.