WKRG-TV (Mobile, AL)

WKRG-TV is a CBS-affiliated television station that broadcasts on virtual channel 5 and UHF digital channel 20. It is licensed to Mobile, Alabama, and also reaches viewers in Pensacola, Florida. The station is owned by Nexstar Media Group, based in Irving, Texas, and operates alongside the CW affiliate WFNA, which is licensed to Gulf Shores, Alabama. Both stations share facilities with several iHeartMedia radio stations located on Broadcast Drive in southwest Mobile. The transmitter for WKRG-TV is situated in unincorporated Baldwin County, close to Spanish Fort, Alabama.

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English

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#65065

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#12802

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#419

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Wall Street gains ground following a solid jobs report and marks another winning week

22 hours ago | wkrg.com | Damian J. Troise

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks gained ground on Wall Street Friday following a better-than-expected report on the U.S. job market. The gains were broad, with every sector in the S&P 500 rising. That solidified a second consecutive winning week for the benchmark index, which has rallied back from a slump two months ago to come within striking distance of its record high. The S&P 500 rose 61.06 points, or 1%, to 6,000.36. It is now within 2.3% of its record.
‘Sinners’ puts ‘truth on screen’ for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians

1 day ago | wkrg.com | Sophie Bates

CHOCTAW, Miss. (AP) — It’s a small part in a big movie, but for the Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, their scene in “Sinners” is a huge deal. The horror movie blockbuster, starring Michael B. Jordan as a gangster turned vampire slayer, paints a brief but impactful portrait of the tribe using Choctaw actors and cultural experts. For some, it’s the first time they’ve seen the Choctaw way of life accurately portrayed on the big screen.
"Ignite Academy" - Mobile gets new charter school - WKRG.com

2 days ago | wkrg.com | Beata Furstenberg

by: Beata Furstenberg Posted: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:50 PM CDT Updated: Jun 5, 2025 / 12:50 PM CDT MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A new charter school is coming to Mobile in the fall of 2027, News 5 has learned.
Prichard police officer, Gulfport (Miss.) woman arrested for allegedly illegally detaining man: HCSO | WKRG.com

2 days ago | wkrg.com | Leon Petite |Shamonee Baker |Pat O'Donnell

UPDATE (3:02 p.m.): The Harrison County (Miss.) Sheriff’s Office has provided more information after a Prichard police officer was arrested in Orange County, Florida. According to an HCSO news release, 22-year-old David Cunningham of Mobile, Alabama, was arrested on a felony count of kidnapping. Kristin Allen of Gulfport, Mississippi, was arrested on a charge of hindering prosecution.
UPDATE: Prichard mayor releases statement after 2-year-old shot in face | WKRG.com

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Kevin Fries |Shamonee Baker

UPDATE (10:10 a.m.): Prichard Mayor Jimmie Gardner has released a statement on the Wednesday morning shooting that injured a 2-year-old. Mayor Gardner began his statement by recapping what happened and acknowledging the family’s difficult times. “The child was rushed to the hospital and is currently in stable condition. Our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with the child and the family during this unimaginably difficult time,” read a portion of the statement.
Toddler shot in the face while sleeping with parents: MCSO

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Kevin Fries |Shamonee Baker

(Getty Images) Mobile, Ala. -(WKRG)- A two-year-old was shot in the face around 1:00 Wednesday morning on St. Stephens Road, according to the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office. MCSO says the child was in bed with their parents when shots were fired. The child was taken to the hospital. No word on their condition. So far, no arrests have been made.
Shellfish harvesting closes in these Mobile Bay areas

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Beata Furstenberg

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:33 PM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:34 PM CDT MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Alabama Department of Public Health announced it has closed shellfish growing waters around Mobile Bay. According to an ADPH news release, areas I and II, including Dauphin Island Bay, Cedar Point, Heron Bay and Portersville Bay closed June 1.
Free concert with New Cahoots tonight in Pensacola

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Beata Furstenberg

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:34 PM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:36 PM CDT PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — The New Cahoots, an Escambia County-based band, will perform for free tonight in Pensacola Beach. The “Bands on the Beach” concert series is held Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. The New Cahoots, an acoustic/electric group that calls Pensacola home, will perform at Gulfside Pavilion at Casino Beach, which overlooks the Gulf.
Repticon returns to Fort Walton Beach — what to know about exotic animal expo | WKRG.com

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Beata Furstenberg

Posted: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:29 PM CDT Updated: Jun 3, 2025 / 05:29 PM CDT FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — Repticon, an exposition featuring exotic animals and reptiles, is coming to Fort Walton Beach at the end of June. According to a Repticon news release, this family-friendly event will allow attendees to “walk among the wild things,” as vendors and breeders will showcase animals not normally seen in local pet stores.
Yankees closer Luke Weaver goes on injured list with strained left hamstring

3 days ago | wkrg.com | Ronald Blum

NEW YORK (AP) — Luke Weaver’s twinge was felt throughout the New York Yankees’ fan base. New York’s closer went on the 15-day injured list with a strained left hamstring, two days after he got hurt while warming up during a 7-3 victory at the Los Angeles Dodgers. He appears likely to be sidelined until early July or perhaps the All-Star break.