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Nearby worker ear-witness to Rapier Avenue shooting
UPDATE (6:30 p.m.): News 5 spoke with a witness to a shooting on Rapier Avenue Tuesday morning. Dennis Weston was working outside on Fry Street when he said he heard six gunshots and a victim cry out. 'I heard some shouting from behind that house over there,' Weston said. 'And somebody was saying 'I was hit in the leg' or something like that. And then I heard, you know, some crying and stuff like that.' When officials arrived on scene, they found two women with gunshot wounds. Both were rushed to nearby hospitals and sustained serious injuries, according to Mobile Police Department. Officials have also said that both women were sitting inside a parked vehicle when the suspect came and fired into it. The victims told officials they knew the person who shot them. The names of the victims and the known suspect have not been released. This is an active investigation. UPDATE (10 a.m.): Mobile Police Department officials have provided more information on a shooting Tuesday morning. According to MPD, two females were shot and transported to local hospitals. PREVIOUS REPORTING MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Mobile Police Department officers have responded to the scene of a shooting on Rapier Avenue. Officials said it happened in the 300 block of Rapier Avenue between Texas and Elmira Streets. Chuck E. Cheese fight in Mobile under investigation — charges possible News 5 spoke with witnesses on the scene who said one person was shot. This story is developing. News 5 will update this article as more information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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MAWSS issues wastewater advisory
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Hundreds of gallons of wastewater overflowed Wednesday, prompting the Mobile Area Water and Sewer System to issue an advisory. According to a release from MAWSS, grease blocked the main line at 5725 Old Pascagoula Road in Mobile. UPDATE: New video shows latest immigration raid in Baldwin County The release said 300 gallons overflowed, with 150 gallons going into Halls Mill Creek. A blockage of this kind can happen when fats, oils or grease are dumped down drains. Free containers for grease recycling are available through MAWSS. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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Correctional officer trainee arrested on drug charges in Monroe County: ADOC
MONROE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — A correctional officer trainee with the Alabama Department of Corrections was arrested in Monroe County on drug charges. Mobile road to close for Alabama Power work — detour planned According to an ADOC news release, Larry Wilson Jr. was arrested during a traffic stop after he was found with 50 grams of marijuana. The investigation led to Wilson's Montgomery home, where a search warrant was executed — five pounds of marijuana and two guns were found, according to the release. Jubilee brings fish to shore in Fairhope; rare phenomenon only seen in Mobile Bay and Tokyo Wilson was arrested and charged with first-degree possession of marijuana. He was booked into the Monroe County Jail. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 days ago
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Mobile apartment complex overrun with trash and critters
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) —Garbage piling up, safety hazards, and wildlife roaming the grounds have all become commonplace, a tenant from the Crossings at Pinebrook says. Residents wake up to find Jubilee in Fairhope Residents say their complaints have been ignored, but News 5 was able to get some answers. Management blames the problem on a broken trash compactor and says they are working to resolve the problem. One resident who did not want her name or face shown said the trash problem is out of control. 'Mattresses, tires, like bags of like, seafood boils everywhere. So it smells, it smells bad, but think about it. It's so hot, and then you've got trash down in the sun,' she said. She said the garbage is also attracting some unwanted visitors around the apartment. 'We've had vultures, raccoons, possums. People think I'm joking, I say, no, no. They literally fly over the trash. This isn't a zoo,' she explained. While the area by the trash compactor has the largest amount of garbage, this resident said it's not her only concern, as there are a number of other trash bags, littered items, and food scattered throughout the complex. 'You see how filthy this is? I hate to say it, but this is a good day for this apartment,' she said. The garbage isn't the only complaint she's had that's gone unaddressed by the apartment. There's a number of safety issues including downed stop signs, huge potholes, and exposed wires throughout the complex. 'There's supposed to be a stop sign right there. And this is a safety issue because, again, not just kids, but people walk through here all the time,' she continued. Residents say they just want basic upkeep before conditions get any worse. Foshee Residential is the management company for the Crossings at Pinebrook. A spokesperson shared a message with us that was sent to residents today. 'We understand that the recent issues with the trash collection have been frustrating for everyone, and we sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this has caused,' the statement read. Correctional officer trainee arrested on drug charges in Monroe County: ADOC Foshee asked the residents for patience until the problem is fixed. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
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WKRG News 5 to host Mobile mayoral debate: How to watch and submit questions
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The four candidates running for mayor of Mobile have agreed to participate in a live, primetime debate on WKRG News 5. The debate will take place on Monday, Aug. 4, from 7-8 p.m. Viewers can watch the debate on WKRG-TV or the WKRG+ app, stream it on or watch on WKRG's Facebook page. Former District Judge Spiro Cheriogotis, State Rep. Barbara Drummond, County Commissioner Connie Hudson and former Police Chief Paul Prine are vying for the seat currently held by Sandy Stimpson. Stimpson is not running for a fourth term in office. will moderate the debate. Questions will be formulated by News 5 and submitted by viewers and the candidates themselves. Ask your question here: Submit a form. Interest in the mayor's race is intense, as this is the first election in 20 years without an incumbent running. Election Day is Aug. 26. If no candidate receives a majority of votes, the top two vote-getters will meet in a runoff election on Sept. 23. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword
