Mobile Fire-Rescue Promotes First Two Deputy Chiefs Under New Advancement System
Mobile Fire-Rescue promoted two veteran district chiefs to deputy chief, the department's first promotions under a new system aimed at boosting diversity.
Fairhope Welcomes Female Pilots as Local Girls’ Aviation Program Marks Milestone Year
Fairhope hosted Air Race Classic pilots in June 2015, spotlighting a Boys and Girls Club of South Alabama program mentoring girls in aviation careers.
Suspected Arson Causes $105,000 in Damage at Captain’s Table Restaurant
Fire officials say an early-morning fire deliberately set at a popular Battleship Parkway restaurant caused an estimated $105,000 in damage.
Puppies Found Dumped in Trash Bag Behind Mobile Business Rescued by Local Nonprofit
Three puppies were found sealed inside a trash bag beside a Mobile dumpster this month, prompting a rescue effort by the nonprofit Save-a-Stray; two survived and are now awaiting adoption.
Africatown Neighborhood Kicks Off Redevelopment Planning Meetings
Community leaders held meetings this week to gather resident input as Mobile begins a new phase of planning for Africatown's historic redevelopment.
Mobile County Schools Approve $5 Million Cost-Cutting Plan
Mobile County Public School System approved a plan to save $5 million by freezing overtime and long-vacant positions to rebuild its reserve fund.
Overnight Shooting at Mobile Motel Leaves One Injured, Man Jailed
A man was booked into Mobile County Metro Jail after officers responding to reports of shots fired found two men fighting over a loaded handgun.
Hastie Seeks Acquittal on Lone Conviction After Corruption Trial Verdict
Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie, cleared of 16 corruption counts, is now asking a judge to overturn her one remaining conviction.
Prichard’s Juneteenth Celebration Draws Hundreds for Music, History and Family
Hundreds gathered in downtown Prichard for a Juneteenth celebration filled with gospel music, family heirlooms and reflection on history.
Five Facts About the Bridges and Tunnels That Connect Mobile to the Eastern Shore
A look back at how the Cochrane Bridge, the Causeway and two underwater river tunnels transformed travel across Mobile Bay over the last century.