Lee Peck

A three-month operation targeting the Highway 90 corridor resulted in the arrest of 22 people for drugs, prostitution, and other charges. Search warrants were executed by SWAT, Canine, Tactical Intelligence and the Narcotics and Vice Unit.

MOBILE, Ala. ( WALA ) - As Hurricane Beryl targets Jamaica -- a local couple vacationing there will be riding the storm out. They just received word Tuesday evening their flight back Wednesday morning has been cancelled -- the airport shut down.

The Wharf celebrating the 4th a day early -- welcoming thousands to it’s annual Independence Day Street Party! There was no shortage of things to do for the family – especially the kids -- including a foam party.

Scene on S. Jackson Street (Lee Peck) By Lee Peck and Robert Ristaneo Published: Jul. 5, 2024 at 8:29 AM CEST

A woman is speaking out after losing two of her brothers less than four months. The first killed in a shooting in Prichard back in March -- the case still unsolved. The latest case -- nearly two weeks ago -- after a man was found dead along I-65 by lawn crews. She has lots of questions as the family now deals with overwhelming loss.

Preparations are underway worldwide for Operation Christmas Child, including locally. Operation Christmas Child packs shoeboxes with items and toys for children around the world. The Christmas Shoeboxes are shipped to over 100 countries.

It may be three months out — but the Jubilee Festival of Arts — unveiled its signature piece that will represent this year’s 36th Annual Festival. We were there for the big reveal & a tour of one of the best kept secrets on the Eastern Shore.

It’s no secret the local shrimping industry has been struggling for years -- in competition with foreign shrimp being dumped into the American market. Here on Alabama’s Gulf Coast -- shrimpers are now working together to raise awareness. Stakeholders are set to hold a rally this weekend in Satsuma. We’re hearing from one shrimper about the uphill battle the industry is facing.

Okaloosa County Sheriff Eric Aden speaking out -- following the second arrest in as many months -- of illegal aliens -- accused of committing sex crimes on teenage girls. These are two separate cases. In both instances -- the suspects were deported only to come back. DNA also helped lead to both arrests. Both suspects remain in the Okaloosa County Jail with immigration holds.

DAUPHIN ISLAND, Ala. ( WALA ) - It’s the weekend when Dauphin Island’s population – multiplies by thousands.