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First Zika Virus Case Confirmed In Alabama

The Alabama Department of Public Health has confirmed the first case of the Zika virus in Alabama. The positive test comes out of Morgan County, just south of Huntsville. The reported positive test comes from an Alabama resident with a travel history to areas where there is an active Zika virus outbreak. Additionally, the Department of Public…MORE

Beads for Doughnuts

Mardi Gras Beads Used for Tasty Treat and Good Cause All those beads you grabbed over the Mardi Gras season can be turned in for a tasty treat and a good cause. For every 12 pounds of beads, you’ll get a dozen glazed doughnuts. You can start turning in your beads Feb. 22-24. All the…MORE

Fat Tuesday Night Shooting in Downtown Mobile

A second homicide reported in Mobile on Fat Tuesday night, this time at the Popeye’s at 750 Government St. downtown. The victim was reportedly shot in the head and killed around 8:30 PM in the parking lot of the location. Local 15 has a crew on the scene. More information will be made available as…MORE

Bizarre Looking Mugshot Of A Man Arrested in Citronelle After A Police Chase

Citronelle Police went high speed chase of over 100 mph from Semmes to Citronelle! Now the 27 yr old man is behind bars who was wanted for armed robbery and several burglaries in Semmes.  Reports are that the chase lasted almost an hour and thankfully no one was injured. See the mugshot here: http://www.local15tv.com/news/features/top-stories/stories/Man-Arrested-in-Citronelle-Police-Chase-252908.shtml#.VrnVaOzYKM8MORE

Mobile Baseball Star Makes A Huge Financial Play For His Alma Mater

One of Major League Baseball’s MVPs is back in Mobile and is giving back to his high school alma mater. Josh Donaldson is the most valuable player in the American League. He’s also the MVP of Faith Academy. The Toronto Bluejays third baseman and Auburn University star player, returned to his school to spread a…MORE

No Survivors in Plane Crash Near Airport, Snow Road

We’ve learned two people were on board a plane that crashed deep in a wooded swap area between Airport Boulevard and Snow Road Monday evening. The wreckage was found seven hours after the crash, around 1:51 a.m. Tuesday. Officials tell us there were no survivors, the pilot and one passenger. They say the crew was…MORE

How to Avoid Getting Towed or Parking Tickets During Mardi Gras

Parking illegally at Mardi Gras parades in downtown Mobile will cost motorists a hefty fine. According to Mobile police, officials have towed more than 89 vehicles parked illegally along the parade route. The cars and trucks that are towed are taken to a temporary impound lot near the Alabama Cruise Terminal for owners to pick…MORE

Results from Iowa Caucuses

The votes are in and Ted Cruz is the winner of the Republican vote, with 28 percent of the votes. “Tonight is a victory for courageous conservatives across Iowa and all across this great nation,” Cruz said. Following him by four points is Donald Trump with 24 percent of the votes. “I’m honored, I’m just…MORE

Body Cam Video Shows Murder Suspect Arrest in Citronelle

Exclusive video released on Monday shows the moment Citronelle Police arrested a Washington County now charged with shooting and killing his daughter’s ex-boyfriend. The suspect, Joseph Weaver, was placed in handcuffs after being on the run for 24 hours. He is now in the Washington County jail on a $100,000 bond. Police said Weaver is…MORE

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