Jury Convicts Two in 2013 Fatal Shooting of Coast Guardsman in Mobile
A Mobile County jury found two people guilty of felony murder in the 2013 shooting death of a U.S. Coast Guardsman outside a Mobile-area motel.
Mobile County Students Showcase Academic Gains at Legislative Meeting
Mobile County students highlighted rising graduation rates and signature academy programs at the school system's annual legislative delegation meeting.
Byrne Says Mobile Could Benefit From Cuba Trade, Faults Obama’s Approach
Rep. Bradley Byrne says Mobile's centuries-old ties to Cuba could bring economic benefits, even as he criticized how the White House pursued closer relations.
New Mobile Billboards Aim to Unite Gulf Coast Nonbelievers
A coalition of Mobile-area secular groups unveiled billboards along Interstate 10 in early 2015 aimed at connecting nonbelievers across the Gulf Coast.
Mobile County Deputy Travels to New York to Honor Fallen NYPD Officer
A Mobile County Sheriff's Office deputy traveled to New York in January 2015 to attend the funeral of a slain NYPD officer, citing Katrina-era ties.
Mobile County Magnet Schools Open Applications with January Open Houses
Mobile County opened applications for its seven magnet schools, with weekend open houses giving families a chance to tour campuses and apply.
Mobile Police Investigate Afternoon Shooting on Holcombe Avenue
A man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Holcombe Avenue that Mobile police say followed an altercation.
Why Mobile’s Carnival Season Traditionally Begins on January 6
When does Carnival begin? In Mobile, the answer most locals give is Jan. 6 — Twelfth Night, or Epiphany, the feast marking the visit of the Magi to the Christ…
History Museum Talk to Reveal New Research on Mobile Mardi Gras Founder Joe Cain
A researcher's newly uncovered details about Joe Cain, founder of Mobile's modern Mardi Gras, were set to be shared at a History Museum lecture.
Mobile Council Weighs Contract Diversity Rule, MoonPie Drop Turnout
Mobile's City Council debated a contractor diversity reporting rule, MoonPie Drop attendance data and a proposed flea market animal sale ban.