Mobile-Area Lawmaker Files Bill to Raise Minimum Wage to $10.10 in Mobile County
State Rep. Napoleon Bracy filed a bill to raise Mobile County's minimum wage to $10.10 an hour, above the federal floor, starting in 2016.
Mobile City Council Resolves HUD Funding Dispute, OKs Mowing Contracts
Mobile City Council approved a $3.3 million HUD funding plan after a dispute over neighborhood projects was resolved through talks with city staff.
Mobile City Council Delays Vote on Handbill Ordinance Amid Publisher Objections
Mobile's city council postponed a vote on a proposed handbill ordinance, giving time to weigh objections from a local circular publisher's attorney.
Baldwin County Baby Born Without a Nose Becomes Global Story of Hope
A Baldwin County baby born without a nose due to an extremely rare condition has drawn worldwide attention and support from his local community.
Mobile County Schools Defends Hiring Process After Background Check Gap Surfaces
State officials say a delayed database update, not a broken hiring process, let a Denton Middle School teacher's earlier arrest slip past screening.
Battleship Memorial Park Opens Applications for 48th USS Alabama Crewmate Contest
Battleship Memorial Park is accepting applications for the 48th Annual USS Alabama Crewmate Contest, offering scholarships to young women who represent the park statewide.
SouthSounds 2015: New Orleans Bands Heading to Mobile
SouthSounds Festival returns April 10-12 to downtown Mobile, and New Orleans is well represented among the regional acts. The festival spreads its stages across a cluster of walkable downtown venues:…
Denton Middle School Teacher Charged After Investigation Into Remarks to Student
A Denton Middle School teacher turned himself in on charges tied to inappropriate remarks to a student, following a joint police investigation.
Bathroom Graffiti Sparks Rumor Storm, Extra Police Presence at Spanish Fort Middle
Baldwin County schools added police at Spanish Fort Middle after restroom graffiti fueled unfounded rumors of a gun threat before spring break.
Bishop State to Showcase Art of Technical Trades in Downtown Mobile
Bishop State Community College is hosting a free downtown Mobile exhibit spotlighting the artistry behind its technical trade programs this spring.