WALA TV

Libby Amos

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 15:26:07 GMT

Libby Amos joined the FOX10 News team in July 2009 as videojournalist. She graduated from Auburn University in May 2009, where she majored in Radio/Television/Film. Libby got her start in news while working for the campus station, Eagle Eye Television News, as a reporter and news director.

Bob Grip

Wed, 08 Oct 2008 04:11:08 GMT

Bob Grip anchors the award-winning Fox 10 News weeknights, and has once again been named "Readers' Choice Local TV News Anchor" in the Mobile Register's "Readers' Choice Awards" competition, and Best TV Anchor by the readers of Mobile Bay Monthly. He will celebrate his 25th anniversary at Fox 10 on August 1, 2009.

Letter from our General Manager

Kristian Harris — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 21:25:57 GMT

Bright House Networks has a short-term agreement to carry the analog signals of WALA-TV FOX10 News and The CW on WBPG-TV on its cable system. The agreement expires on October 2, 2008. For the past two months, our parent company, LIN TV, has attempted to reach a new long-term agreement or a contract extension with Bright House Networks for both our stations’ analog and high-definition signals, however, Bright House Networks has not responded to our proposals.

Lenise Ligon

Wed, 24 Sep 2008 01:58:46 GMT

Lenise Ligon joined WALA in March 2008, as the co-anchor of Fox 10 News at 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. She loves being a journalist and takes the responsibility of bringing news to the community that matters very seriously.

Mike Rockwood

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 20:31:57 GMT

Mike Rockwood joined the Fox Ten News team in February of 2008 as a general assignment reporter. Raised in Texas, Mike is no stranger to southern heat or hospitality. Mike grew up near Houston and is a proud graduate of Texas A&M University. Previously, Mike has been a general assignment reporter for KCEN-TV in Waco, TX and for KBTX-TV in Bryan/College Station, TX. He has also served as an anchor/reporter at KIMO-TV in Anchorage, AK.

Sex Offender Registry Lists

Charissa Cowart — Sat, 20 Sep 2008 04:03:46 GMT

Search for registered sex offenders in your area on the Alabama, Florida, and Mississippi sex offender registry sites.

Bright House Networks: FAQ

Matt Allen — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:54:01 GMT

Why might I lose WALA-TV Fox10 News and The CW on WBPG-TV on my Bright House Networks cable system?

City of Satsuma 2008 Electoral Candidates

Catherine Dubose — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 03:13:23 GMT

SATSUMA, Ala. - Voters along the Gulf Coast will vote in their Municipal Elections on August 26. FOX10 News wants you to be prepared. We interviewed each of the candidates. Each interview is shot with a small video camera. They do not have the video or audio quality you're used to on our air waves. However, each interview should give you some vital information about the people seeking your vote. Two of the 22 candidates who were not available for interviews will be added later.

Contact Information

Kristian Harris — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 21:32:52 GMT

WALA/WBPG 1501 Satchel Page Dr. Mobile, Alabama 36606 251-434-1010

Protecting your online information

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 09:05:25 GMT

Have you ever tried “Googling” yourself? Have you ever noticed what information comes up with your name? You'd be surprised at just how much of your personal information is floating around online. But you can actually re-shape your internet image!

Hubert Tate

Fri, 20 Jun 2008 05:12:17 GMT

Hubert Tate is a member of the FOX 10 reporting team. He joined WALA in June 2008. He comes to the Gulf Coast from the heart of Cajun country, Lafayette, Louisiana. He was a general assignments reporter and fill-in anchor at KLFY. Hubert began his career in 2004 at WJTV in Jackson, MS as a part-time video editor.

Doggie DNA

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 18 Jun 2008 04:20:20 GMT

Want to know what kind of dog you have? Now you can with Doggie DNA tests. Check them out on the web.

Chasity Byrd

Fri, 16 May 2008 03:27:52 GMT

Chasity Byrd is familiar with the Gulf Coast. She was born and raised in Bay Minette and graduated from Baldwin County High School. She studied Communications and Meteorology at the University of South Alabama and also has a second bachelor's degree in Meteorology from Mississippi State University.

Rob Lehocky

Kristian Harris — Tue, 06 May 2008 04:25:22 GMT

Emmy -winning sports anchor Rob Lehocky has worked at Fox 10 News since 2003. He anchors sports weekdays at 5:30pm and 9pm. During his 13 years in television news, Rob has worked in San Luis Obispo, CA, Farmington, NM and Eugene, OR.He has won more than 40 broadcasting awards, including being honored for "Best Sports Anchor" the past two years by the Alabama Broadcasters Association and earning a pair of Edward R. Murrow Awards for his sports reporting in 2008 and 2009.

IRS Sets March 29 as “Super Saturday” to Help Retirees, Veterans

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 03:05:21 GMT

BIRMINGHAM — The Internal Revenue Service and its partners will open thirteen Alabama locations on Super Saturday, March 29, in an effort to reach those Americans who are eligible for the economic stimulus payment but who normally are not required to file an income tax return.

Check for flight cancellations and delays

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:56:47 GMT

According to officials at Bates Field, Mobile Regional Airport, all flights arriving and all flights departing to Dallas and Houston, TX have been canceled due to weather. Click on the links provided to check for cancellations and delays at both Mobile Regional Airport and Pensacola Regional Airport.

Tax Rebate Questions Answered

Charissa Cowart — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 08:55:12 GMT

The President has signed the law providing for the economic stimulus payments, commonly known as "rebates." The bottom line is that most people who qualify for the payments will not have to do anything beyond filing their 2007 tax return as usual. The IRS will start issuing the payments in early May. Find out more by clicking on the links provided.

WALA/WBPG Station Tour

Kristian Harris — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:26:27 GMT

Bob Grip takes you on a tour of the FOX10 newsroom and the WALA/WBPG sales office.

Tornado 911 Calls - AUDIO ONLY

Charissa Cowart — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 04:19:03 GMT

Listen to the 911 calls received by emergency personnel in Molino, Florida during this week's tornado.

Drive Cam - Teen Driving Safety

Charissa Cowart — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 10:58:44 GMT

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for teens. Now, a new program is allowing parents to keep eyes and ears on your child while they are behind the wheel using a camera. FOX10 News Internet Reporter Charissa Cowart shows you how the camera works.

Cary Chow

Tue, 19 Feb 2008 05:08:31 GMT

Cary Chow joined the FOX10 News Team in September 2007. You can see him anchor sports on the weekends and report news during the week. Born and raised in Orange County, CA, he comes to Mobile after working at KCWY in Casper, WY.

Watch NASA Live

Kelly Barber — Tue, 12 Feb 2008 03:45:19 GMT

Watch live video from the Space Shuttle and the International Space Station.

Do Not Call List

Charissa Cowart — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 05:29:51 GMT

MOBILE, Ala. - You can register your land line phone number on the National Do Not Call List to keep telemarketers from calling. It is illegal for telemarketers to contact you through your cell phone.

Recycle Old Electronics

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 23 Jan 2008 08:04:59 GMT

Find out how you can either recycle or donate your old electronics (laptops, computers, PDA's, cell phones, etc.) right here.

Derica Williams

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 01:43:32 GMT

Derica Williams is a New York native raised in New Jersey. She graduated from the University of Maryland College Park with a B.A. in Communication Studies. While at the University, she worked as a writer for the Capitol Page Alumni Association and was Vice President at Page Place Magazine

The CREW Marketing Team Member

Kristian Harris — Thu, 06 Dec 2007 05:12:41 GMT

The Gulf Coast CW is searching for creative and energetic marketers to join its new guerrilla marketing team Â– The CREW. Ideal opportunity for marketing and media students. Prefer candidates with high school diploma and reliable transportation. Work will be on a part-time as needed basis.

Toy Recall Awareness

Charissa Cowart — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 08:06:17 GMT

Sign up for email alerts when toys are recalled. Plus, check out what toys are safety hazards before you start buying for the holidays.

April Douglas

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 21:34:14 GMT

April Douglas joined the Fox Ten news team in November of 2007. A Mobile native, she is excited to be back in a city she loves and knows well. A graduate of Murphy High School, April went on to receive a Bachelor of Science Degree from the University of Montevallo, where she was awarded the Everette Holly Award for Outstanding Achievements in News Reporting. AprilÂ’s television career started in Marianna, Florida.

Black Friday Deals and Discounts

Charissa Cowart — Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:08:24 GMT

Many of the "Black Friday" ads, deals, and discounts are showing up on the web. Now, you can see what will be on sale even before Thanksgiving. Take a look at a few of those sites here.

Charissa Cowart

Fri, 16 Nov 2007 04:55:04 GMT

Charissa Cowart was born and raised right here in Mobile. She graduated from UMS- Wright Preparatory High School and went on to receive a Bachelor Degree from Samford University in Birmingham, AL. While at Samford, Charissa was chosen as the 6th Best Television Reporter in the Southeast by the SEJC. She was also was awarded the Journalism Brick Award her senior year.