3 Killed in Weekend Mobile Crashes
Two rear passengers ejected and killed in one incident, driver dies after striking trees in another
Mobile Man Charged for Repeat Waymo Vandalism
NFL Offseason Schedule: Key Dates for Commanders
Crime
Family of 3 Disappears From Alabama Home, Police Suspect Foul Play
Authorities say the mother, teenage daughter, and toddler son were likely "taken against their will".

ALEA Issues Missing Person Alert for Mobile County Family
Authorities search for Aurelia Cac Choc, believed to be in danger
Mobile Christmas Day Shooting Suspect Released on Bond
The alleged perpetrator was granted bail despite the severity of the incident.
Lifestyle
Sisters Have Massive Double Wedding, Continuing Family Tradition
Mary Rose DeMouy Sharp and Hallet Marquez wed their respective partners simultaneously in a black-tie celebration with 550-600 guests in Mobile, Alabama.

Decorated USAF Pilot Alfred Ramsey Dies at 81
Ramsey served in Vietnam, flew for presidents, and had a long career in aviation training after retiring from the military.
Mobile County High Schools Compete in Hi-Q Academic Quiz
The second round of the annual competition returns, with cash prizes for top teams.
Weather
MAWSS Responds to Broken Water Mains in Frigid Weather
Utility says low temperatures are causing water main breaks, with 13 work orders on Friday.

Extreme Cold Warning Issued for South Alabama
Wind chills expected to plummet to 4 degrees this weekend
Gulf Coast Braces for Another Freeze
Temperatures set to dip below freezing this weekend across Alabama and Louisiana
Politics
Republican Jerry Carl Leads AL-1 Primary Race
Significant undecided bloc represents opportunity and vulnerability for candidates

Congressman Figures Secures $2.5M in Federal Funding for Affordable Housing in Africatown
The funding will support the Africatown Redevelopment Corp.'s efforts to build and rehabilitate homes in the historic community.
Alabama Losing Millions to Mississippi's Gambling Boom
Lawmakers hesitant to expand legal gambling despite growing illegal activity and lost tax revenue
Sports
Bloomington-Normal Native Reflects on Refereeing Super Bowls
Doug Rosenbaum, a 1975 Normal Community High School graduate, has officiated two Super Bowls during his 16-season NFL career.

Alabama High School Football Championships Expanded to 5 Days
AHSAA approves longer championship week format starting in 2026
Illinois QB Luke Altmyer Prepares for NFL Draft with Senior Bowl Experience
Altmyer partners with US Cellular for 'Better Together' campaign highlighting relationships with teammates