National Watchdog Groups Challenge Mobile County’s ‘In God We Trust’ Plaque Decision
National church-state watchdog groups pushed back on Mobile County's approval of an 'In God We Trust' plaque within days of the June 2014 vote.
Mobile County Commission Approves ‘In God We Trust’ Plaque Amid Split Public Reaction
The Mobile County Commission voted 2-1 in June 2014 to display an 'In God We Trust' plaque at Government Plaza after a divided public hearing.
State GOP Chairman Hails County Gains as Republicans Advance Across Alabama
Alabama Republican chairman Bill Armistead declared his 2012 county-level campaign a success, citing a net gain of 45 offices, even as Democrats pointed to Robert Vance’s strong showing.
Connie Hudson’s $7 Million ‘Pay As You Go’ Program Spreads Paving Across Mobile County
Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson's 2012 'Pay As You Go' road program totaled $7 million, with nearly $3 million directed to projects inside the city of Mobile, including a new…
Baldwin DA Presses for Fixes After Courthouse Cameras Found Recording Audio
Baldwin County District Attorney Hallie Dixon called for modifications to courthouse surveillance equipment after learning that certain cameras were recording audio, a capability she said raised legal problems.
Councilman John Williams Enters Race for Mobile County Commission
Mobile City Councilman John Williams formally announced his candidacy for the District 3 seat on the Mobile County Commission, joining a crowded Republican field for the March primary.
Mobile County’s Online Crime “Hot Spot” Map Hasn’t Been Updated Since 2006
An interactive crime “hot spot” map published on the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office website has sat frozen since 2006, even as public interest in how local law enforcement shares crime…
Field Grows to Six in Mobile County Commission District 2 Special Election
A towing company owner and a school board member joined the scramble for the vacant District 2 seat, bringing the Republican field to six, with a party-sponsored candidate forum set…
Connie Hudson to Announce Bid for Mobile County Commission District 2
Mobile City Councilwoman Connie Hudson prepared to formally launch her campaign for the vacant District 2 seat on the Mobile County Commission, joining a Republican field forming quickly ahead of…
Nodine Resigns County Commission Seat; Special Election Set for July 13
Stephen Nodine's resignation from the Mobile County Commission ended the impeachment case against him and set off a scramble for the District 2 seat, with a special election scheduled for…