Mobile, AL news on Friday, October 16, 2026

In Mobile, AL on Friday, October 16, 2026: Chainsaw killing suspect ordered into mental health care. Also: Abe Mitchell, Mobile business leader and philanthropist, died at age 91; Former Mobile County Commissioner Oliveth 'Pal' Archer, a trailblazer, has died. Weather: Mostly cloudy today with highs near 69°F, winds gusting to 21 mph, and no rain expected.

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Abe Mitchell, Mobile business leader and philanthropist, died at age 91.AL.com · Oct 16, 5:16 PM

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Former Mobile County Commissioner Oliveth 'Pal' Archer, a trailblazer, has died.WKRG · Oct 16, 3:16 PM
Man accused in chainsaw killings ordered into emergency mental health treatment by court.Fox 10 News · Oct 16, 4:52 PM

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