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Facebook says Ivey censor was error, but critics still see bias

Facebook’s censor of Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s campaign page lasted less than an hour Tuesday,…

Facebook says Ivey censor was error, but critics still see bias

Baldwin will gain, Mobile will lose when lawmakers redraw political lines

Detailed data from the 2020 census point to rising influence for Baldwin County and waning c…

US Census redistricting

White House official calls for more aggressive action in Mobile; Alabama offers incentive tied to college football

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – Two White House officials on Thursday got a first-hand look at a city …

White House official calls for more aggressive action in Mobile; Alabama offers incentive tied to college football

Alabama dog track owners launch gambling push – but familiar hurdles remain

Alabama’s dog racing tracks on Wednesday launched a new push in a very old debate – gambling.

Alabama Track Association launching ad campaign for legalized betting

Election marks end for Fred Richardson, passionate advocate for black Mobilians, father of Moon Pie drop

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – In one night, Fred Richardson’s nearly quarter-century political caree…

Fred Richardson speaks after election loss

Some Mobile voting precincts will be short poll workers because of COVID-19

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – Tuesday will be Lisa Lambert’s fourth municipal election as Mobile cit…

Some Mobile voting precincts will be short poll workers because of COVID-19

Combative Florida governor doubles down on order barring mask mandates in schools

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WALA) – Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday pushed back hard against critics who o…

Desantis doubles down on stance against school mask mandates

Gov. Ivey takes heat for remarks about ‘blaming the unvaccinated folks’

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – In an unguarded moment, a frustrated Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey unloaded on…

Governor Kay Ivey pushes for vaccine over masks

Mobile mayor’s campaign defends decision to skip forum

Stimpson campaign manager says mayor told forum organizer last week about scheduling conflict.

Mobile mayor’s campaign defends decision to skip forum

With Stimpson a no-show, two Mobile mayoral challengers trade ideas on fighting crime

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – Two leading candidates for mayor on Tuesday shared ideas for reducing …

With Stimpson a no-show, two Mobile mayoral challengers trade ideas on fighting crime

Canceled Trump rally in Mobile leads to political finger-pointing

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – The cancelation of an Independence Day rally featuring former Presiden…

Former President Trump rally cancelled at Battleship Park over partisan political concerns | See Attorney General Steve Marshall's guidance

Friends, family recall former congressman’s humble beginnings and love of Mobile

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – Many of the condolences that poured in after news of former U.S. Rep. …

Former congressman passes away at 88 | Supporters celebrate legacy of former Congressman Jack Edwards, who helped erode ‘Solid South’

With ideological differences narrow, Alabama Republican candidates debate effectiveness

Political pundits often categorize Katie Boyd Britt as the “business” or “mainstream” Republ…

Katie Britt says she would be more effective than Mo Brooks as Senator from Alabama

‘We’re trying to get the president to wake up’

Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) on Thursday got his first up-close look at the Southern border si…

Rep. Jerry Carl views border situation

New Alabama law could make it easier for reformed criminals to get jobs

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) – Once upon a time, a new law signed over the weekend by Alabama Gov. Ka…

The Redeemer Act signed into law in Alabama

Mobile-area lawmakers helped flip gambling bill from failure to passage

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Daphne) helped kill a gambling bill five weeks ago. This week, h…

Another step closer to Alabama lottery vote

After defeat of comprehensive gaming, Alabama lawmakers turn attention to lottery-only proposals

MOIBLE, Ala. (WALA) – It’s back to the drawing board for Alabama lawmakers after the defeat …

Alabama gambling bill falls in state Senate

Senate confirms Mobile native Lloyd Austin to be first Black defense secretary

The Senate voted on Friday to confirm President Joe Biden's defense secretary pick retired G…

House approves waiver for Biden defense secretary pick Lloyd Austin

The House on Thursday approved a waiver to permit retired Gen. Lloyd Austin to serve as secr…

Alabama health officer outlines plan to speed vaccine distribution

Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris on Thursday acknowledged frustration over the …

Gov. Kay Ivey extends statewide mask mandate after COVID-19 spike | Alabama vaccine struggles

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Storms Possible Mid-Week

We saw near record high temperatures today in Mobile and Pensacola on this Monday. A subtle dry air front will slip through this evening, bringing a cooler start for your Tuesday. Temps will stay mild on Tuesday with a few clouds increasing in the afternoon. We expect a chance of showers and…

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Stripping military bases of Confederate names stirs passions

By ROBERT BURNS AP National Security Writer
Updated 7 hrs ago

BLACKSTONE, Va. (AP) — Civil War history casts a long shadow in Virginia, the birthplace of Confederate generals, scene of their surrender and now a crossroad of controversy over renaming military bases that honor rebel leaders.

South Alabama Out of the Darkness Walk brings attention to suicide prevention

Updated 18 hrs ago

DAPHNE, Ala. (WALA) -- The 2021 South Alabama Out of the Darkness Walk to shed light on suicide prevention took place Sunday in front of Daphne City Hall.

Dive for Debris event clears underwater trash at Gulf State Park

Updated 19 hrs ago

GULF SHORES, Ala. -- The first Dive for Debris underwater cleanup took place Sunday at Gulf State Park.

Folks turn out for Family Fun Day at Pop's Midtown Pumpkin Patch

Updated 18 hrs ago

MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) -- If you're looking for a pumpkin patch perfect for the family, and love supporting local businesses, we have the perfect place for you.

MPD investigates shooting on I-65

Updated 19 hrs ago

MOBILE Ala, (WALA) Mobile police are investigating a shooting that happened early Sunday morning in the southbound lanes of I-65 near Spring Hill Avenue.