Baldwin County Reverses Course on Controversial Case Assignment System
Baldwin County quietly dropped a system letting the DA's office help assign cases to judges, after defense attorneys raised favoritism concerns.
Gulf Shores Police Lead Alabama in Body Camera Use as More Agencies Follow
Gulf Shores police have used body-worn cameras since 2010, and Fairhope and Daphne are following suit as departments across Baldwin County adopt the technology.
How a Generator Shortage After Hurricane Ivan Almost Canceled Bellingrath’s Lights
Bellingrath Gardens staff nearly lost power for the Magic Christmas in Lights display after Hurricane Ivan strained the region's generator supply.
Three Arrested in Fatal Prichard Convenience Store Shooting
Three men from Mobile face murder charges after a robbery at a Prichard convenience store turned deadly in November, according to authorities.
Baldwin County Prosecutors Weigh Upgraded Charges in Bay Minette-Area Murder Case
Baldwin County prosecutors are reviewing whether a Foley man accused of killing his stepfather could face an upgraded capital murder charge.
Employee Cut During Late-Night Robbery at Mobile Papa John’s
A Papa John's employee on Schillinger Road was cut by robbers demanding money while he was taking out the trash late Wednesday night, Mobile police said.
Daphne Backs Traffic Signal Study for Congested Ala. 181 Stretch Near Bellaton
Daphne's council voted to support a study on adding a traffic signal to Ala. 181 as growth around Bellaton strains the busy Eastern Shore corridor.
Mobile Cat Rescue Scrambles to Replace Medicine After Refrigerator Failure
A volunteer-run Mobile cat rescue is seeking donations after an overnight refrigerator failure destroyed vaccines and antibiotics for more than 100 cats.
Whooping Cough Cases Surge in Mobile County Schools as Baldwin County Sets Tax Vote
Mobile County schools saw a sharp rise in pertussis cases this fall, while Baldwin County set a March referendum on a school construction tax.
Mulligan Brothers Preview ‘Via Portland’ Album at Joe Jefferson Playhouse
The Mulligan Brothers give hometown fans a first listen to their new album Via Portland at a pre-release show Wednesday, December 10, at the Joe Jefferson Playhouse in Mobile. Tickets…