Robertsdale Mother and Son Killed in 2008 Elberta Crash
A 2008 WKRG report covered a fatal Highway 98 crash near Elberta that killed a Robertsdale woman and her young son.
Mobile Sent Hurricane Gustav Aid to Baton Rouge in 2008
A 2008 WKRG report documented Mobile's deployment of water, meals, generators and crews to Baton Rouge after Hurricane Gustav.
Storm Winds and Waves Hit South Mobile County in 2008
A 2008 WKRG report documented flooding, road closures and power outages in South Mobile County after a Gulf storm.
Fairhope Debated Oak Tree’s Future During Hotel Project
A WKRG report covered concerns that hotel construction in Fairhope could damage a live oak tree despite plans to retain it on the property.
Former Baldwin County High Administrator Recalled School Crisis
An archived 2008 WKRG report explored how a former Baldwin County High School administrator encouraged people affected by a school tragedy to seek support.
Mobile City Council Advanced 2008 Annexation Election
Archived WKRG coverage shows the Mobile City Council unanimously authorized a 2008 special election on a disputed annexation proposal.
Mobile County Commissioner Resigned Amid 2008 Seat Dispute
Mobile County Commissioner Merceria Ludgood resigned in August 2008 after court and attorney-general actions affected the District 1 seat she had won in a special election.
South Alabama Sizes Up Joe Biden: Mixed Verdicts From Mobile’s Political Class
Judges, lawyers, party officials and consultants across Mobile and the Eastern Shore delivered a split verdict on Barack Obama's selection of Sen. Joe Biden as his running mate in August…
Perdido Beach Considered Incorporation in 2008
In 2008, Perdido Beach residents discussed incorporating their waterfront community to guide future growth and preserve its character.
Mobile’s 2008 Annexation Plan Raised Tax and Boundary Questions
Archived WKRG reporting captured competing views on Mobile's 2008 annexation proposal, including proposed tax changes and the areas included on the map.