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WATCH: An Ohio couple is celebrating a particularly thankful Thanksgiving after an Amazon Alexa device helped save the husband’s life from carbon monoxide poisoning this week.
Ohio man credits Amazon Alexa for saving his life | WKRG.com
“I realized there was something wrong,” he told FOX 8 News.
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November 30, 2025 at 5:00 AM
WATCH: An Ohio couple is celebrating a particularly thankful Thanksgiving after an Amazon Alexa device helped save the husband’s life from carbon monoxide poisoning this week.
The 90th Iron Bowl — the biggest matchup of the year for many football fans in Alabama.
90th Iron Bowl brings tension to Alabama, Auburn fans in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The 90th Iron Bowl — the biggest matchup of the year for many football fans in Alabama. News 5 headed to watch parties in Downtown and Midtown Mobile to see which fans were ou…
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November 30, 2025 at 4:01 AM
The 90th Iron Bowl — the biggest matchup of the year for many football fans in Alabama.
You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age at which you do it can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.
With upcoming change, here’s the age you can retire at and receive full Social Security benefits | WKRG.com
You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age you do it at can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.
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November 30, 2025 at 4:00 AM
You can, technically, retire whenever you like, but the age at which you do it can have a big impact on collecting Social Security benefits.
The White House has launched a media bias tracker site, accusing news publications of false and misleading stories.
White House launches new ‘media bias’ tracker on site | WKRG.com
(The Hill) — The White House launched a “media bias” tracker on Friday highlighting news publications that it has accused of “offenses” against the current administration after the president’…
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November 30, 2025 at 3:00 AM
The White House has launched a media bias tracker site, accusing news publications of false and misleading stories.
A New Jersey family is in mourning after a fire tore through their home on Thanksgiving. A father with dementia survived, but his two daughters died saving him. (Around the Nation)
New Jersey family mourns loss of 2 sisters in Thanksgiving fire | WKRG.com
“It’s really tragic.”
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November 30, 2025 at 2:00 AM
A New Jersey family is in mourning after a fire tore through their home on Thanksgiving. A father with dementia survived, but his two daughters died saving him. (Around the Nation)
WATCH: Before the Mountaineers kicked off their game against the Red Raiders, the crowd shared a moment of silence for the two West Virginia National Guardsmen who were shot in D.C. on Wednesday. https://www.wkrg.com/national/crowd-shares-moment-of-silence-for-shot-national-guardsmen-at-wvu-game/
November 30, 2025 at 1:00 AM
WATCH: Before the Mountaineers kicked off their game against the Red Raiders, the crowd shared a moment of silence for the two West Virginia National Guardsmen who were shot in D.C. on Wednesday. https://www.wkrg.com/national/crowd-shares-moment-of-silence-for-shot-national-guardsmen-at-wvu-game/
The FAA is requiring U.S. airlines to complete the Airbus software fix before 12:01 a.m. Sunday. https://www.wkrg.com/news/faa-orders-urgent-deadline-for-airbus-fixes-as-airlines-race-to-update-jets/
November 30, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The FAA is requiring U.S. airlines to complete the Airbus software fix before 12:01 a.m. Sunday. https://www.wkrg.com/news/faa-orders-urgent-deadline-for-airbus-fixes-as-airlines-race-to-update-jets/
President Trump's approval rating reached its lowest point 10 months into his second term and the lowest since he left office in 2021, according to a new survey. https://www.wkrg.com/news/politics/trump-approval-rating-drops-to-new-low-poll/
November 29, 2025 at 11:05 PM
President Trump's approval rating reached its lowest point 10 months into his second term and the lowest since he left office in 2021, according to a new survey. https://www.wkrg.com/news/politics/trump-approval-rating-drops-to-new-low-poll/
Check out last night's scores of the high school football semifinals!
https://www.wkrg.com/high-school-football/high-school-football-scores/high-school-football-scores-state-semifinals/
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November 29, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Check out last night's scores of the high school football semifinals!
https://www.wkrg.com/high-school-football/high-school-football-scores/high-school-football-scores-state-semifinals/
https://www.wkrg.com/high-school-football/high-school-football-scores/high-school-football-scores-state-semifinals/
As 2025 comes to an end, live music fans only have a few more chances to see some of their favorite mainstream and local artists perform in the Birmingham area: https://www.wkrg.com/alabama-news/concerts-coming-to-birmingham-area-in-december/
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
As 2025 comes to an end, live music fans only have a few more chances to see some of their favorite mainstream and local artists perform in the Birmingham area: https://www.wkrg.com/alabama-news/concerts-coming-to-birmingham-area-in-december/
Move over, Sydney Sweeney. Martha Stewart is the new face of American Eagle’s latest denim campaign: https://www.wkrg.com/news/martha-stewart-replaces-sydney-sweeney-in-new-american-eagle-denim-campaign/
November 29, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Move over, Sydney Sweeney. Martha Stewart is the new face of American Eagle’s latest denim campaign: https://www.wkrg.com/news/martha-stewart-replaces-sydney-sweeney-in-new-american-eagle-denim-campaign/
Gas prices have dropped below $3 a gallon to their lowest level in more than four years: https://www.wkrg.com/news/gas-prices-drop-below-3-per-gallon-lowest-since-2021/
November 29, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Gas prices have dropped below $3 a gallon to their lowest level in more than four years: https://www.wkrg.com/news/gas-prices-drop-below-3-per-gallon-lowest-since-2021/
Airbus ordered urgent updates to thousands of its jets on Friday, possibly causing disruptions to the busy holiday travel season: https://www.wkrg.com/news/holiday-flights-face-disruptions-as-airbus-issues-urgent-update-to-thousands-of-planes/
November 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Airbus ordered urgent updates to thousands of its jets on Friday, possibly causing disruptions to the busy holiday travel season: https://www.wkrg.com/news/holiday-flights-face-disruptions-as-airbus-issues-urgent-update-to-thousands-of-planes/
Americans are gearing up for a massive holiday shopping season, but behind the scenes, many retail workers are struggling to afford even a standard apartment: https://www.wkrg.com/news/retail-workers-earn-less-than-half-of-what-they-need-to-afford-rent/
November 29, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Americans are gearing up for a massive holiday shopping season, but behind the scenes, many retail workers are struggling to afford even a standard apartment: https://www.wkrg.com/news/retail-workers-earn-less-than-half-of-what-they-need-to-afford-rent/
D.C. police said they are working in “close coordination” with the National Guard to ensure safety after two National Guard members were shot on Wednesday close to the White House: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/dc-mpd-working-in-close-coordination-with-national-guard-to-ensure-safety/
November 29, 2025 at 9:00 AM
D.C. police said they are working in “close coordination” with the National Guard to ensure safety after two National Guard members were shot on Wednesday close to the White House: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/dc-mpd-working-in-close-coordination-with-national-guard-to-ensure-safety/
The production lines at Indeed Brewing moved quickly, the cans filling not with beer, but with THC-infused seltzer: https://www.wkrg.com/news/what-a-federal-ban-on-thc-infused-drinks-and-snacks-could-mean-for-the-hemp-industry/
November 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The production lines at Indeed Brewing moved quickly, the cans filling not with beer, but with THC-infused seltzer: https://www.wkrg.com/news/what-a-federal-ban-on-thc-infused-drinks-and-snacks-could-mean-for-the-hemp-industry/
Walmart is recalling more than 200,000 camp stoves that can explode or catch fire, causing a burn risk to users: https://www.wkrg.com/news/walmart-recalls-200k-camp-stoves-over-burn-risk/
Walmart recalls 200,000 camp stoves over burn risk | WKRG.com
The camp stoves can explode or catch fire, causing burn injuries.
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November 29, 2025 at 6:00 AM
Walmart is recalling more than 200,000 camp stoves that can explode or catch fire, causing a burn risk to users: https://www.wkrg.com/news/walmart-recalls-200k-camp-stoves-over-burn-risk/
John A. Ross, a veteran of the United States Air Force, was awarded a Quilt of Valor during a special Sew Day event, recognizing his service and dedication: https://www.wkrg.com/news/veterans-voices/quilts-of-valor-honor-unique-stories-of-service/
November 29, 2025 at 5:00 AM
John A. Ross, a veteran of the United States Air Force, was awarded a Quilt of Valor during a special Sew Day event, recognizing his service and dedication: https://www.wkrg.com/news/veterans-voices/quilts-of-valor-honor-unique-stories-of-service/
Before you click “buy," it’s worth knowing that many retailers have quietly tightened their return policies in recent years.
Retailers are quietly changing their return policies – here’s why you should be on the lookout this Black Friday | WKRG.com
(The Conversation) – ’Tis the season for giving – and that means ’tis the season for shopping. Maybe you’ll splurge on a Black Friday or Cyber Monday deal, thinking, “I’ll just return it if t…
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November 29, 2025 at 4:00 AM
Before you click “buy," it’s worth knowing that many retailers have quietly tightened their return policies in recent years.
While shoppers pack large retail stores for Black Friday and wait on those Cyber Monday deals, downtown Mobile’s small businesses are gearing up for their big day: Small Business Saturday: https://www.wkrg.com/mobile-county/mobile-stores-prepare-for-small-business-saturday/
November 29, 2025 at 3:30 AM
While shoppers pack large retail stores for Black Friday and wait on those Cyber Monday deals, downtown Mobile’s small businesses are gearing up for their big day: Small Business Saturday: https://www.wkrg.com/mobile-county/mobile-stores-prepare-for-small-business-saturday/
President Trump said Friday that he’s canceling every executive order that former President Biden didn’t personally sign: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/trump-says-hes-canceling-all-executive-orders-biden-didnt-personally-sign/
November 29, 2025 at 3:00 AM
President Trump said Friday that he’s canceling every executive order that former President Biden didn’t personally sign: https://www.wkrg.com/hill-politics/trump-says-hes-canceling-all-executive-orders-biden-didnt-personally-sign/
Shoppers along the Gulf Coast came out in full force to score big on savings for holiday shopping: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/pensacolas-cordova-mall-sees-big-holiday-turnout/
November 29, 2025 at 2:35 AM
Shoppers along the Gulf Coast came out in full force to score big on savings for holiday shopping: https://www.wkrg.com/northwest-florida/escambia-county/pensacolas-cordova-mall-sees-big-holiday-turnout/
Shoppers are already showing up for Black Friday deals, with online shopping up nearly 6% compared to last year: https://www.wkrg.com/news/holiday-shoppers-looking-for-ways-to-stretch-a-dollar/
November 29, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Shoppers are already showing up for Black Friday deals, with online shopping up nearly 6% compared to last year: https://www.wkrg.com/news/holiday-shoppers-looking-for-ways-to-stretch-a-dollar/
President Trump said Thursday he will halt immigration from “all Third World Countries” after two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C., earlier this week.
Trump vows to ‘permanently pause’ migration from ‘Third World Countries’ after DC shooting | WKRG.com
(The Hill) – President Trump said Thursday he will halt immigration from “all Third World Countries” after two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C., earlier this week. “…
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November 29, 2025 at 1:00 AM
President Trump said Thursday he will halt immigration from “all Third World Countries” after two National Guard members were shot in Washington, D.C., earlier this week.
The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office said it arrested three teenagers on Nov. 23 after they participated in a "door kick challenge" that is circulating on social media: https://www.wkrg.com/state-regional/florida/video-florida-deputies-arrest-3-teens-involved-in-door-kick-challenge/
November 29, 2025 at 12:00 AM
The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office said it arrested three teenagers on Nov. 23 after they participated in a "door kick challenge" that is circulating on social media: https://www.wkrg.com/state-regional/florida/video-florida-deputies-arrest-3-teens-involved-in-door-kick-challenge/