Predawn Fire Destroys Two Homes in Orange Beach’s Bear Point Neighborhood
A fire reported at 2:20 a.m. on Bayshore Drive North leveled one Bear Point home and spread to a neighboring house. Two vehicles were destroyed, a family dog died, and…
Thomasville Firefighters Trade the Engine for a Storybook at Summer Library Program
Two Thomasville firefighters read to children at the public library's Local Legends Story Time on July 2, then walked the crowd outside for an up-close look at a fire truck.
Mobile Fire-Rescue Seeks Arson Suspect in Berkshire Arms Apartment Fire
Mobile Fire-Rescue is asking for the public’s help locating a man investigators have identified as a suspect in an apartment fire that damaged several units at the Berkshire Arms Apartments…
Man Arrested in Arson Fires at McDonald’s and Beauty Salon on Government Boulevard
Mobile police have arrested a suspect accused of setting fires at two businesses on Government Boulevard earlier this week, according to a news release from Mobile Fire-Rescue. Jaymar Pettis, 43,…
Fire Heavily Damages Island Dunes Condominiums in Orange Beach
A predawn fire tore through the Island Dunes condominiums on Perdido Beach Boulevard in Orange Beach, leaving 21 of the complex's 36 units uninhabitable.
Dauphin Island BBQ Restaurant Owner Vows to Rebuild After Fire
After fire destroyed his popular Dauphin Island barbecue restaurant, the co-owner pledged to rebuild with the community's overwhelming support.
Fires Destroy Four Dauphin Island Homes and Popular BBQ Restaurant, One Dead
Overnight fires on Dauphin Island destroyed four homes and a beloved barbecue restaurant in August 2015, leaving one man dead and neighbors stunned.
Brewton Teen Charged in House Fire That Injured Relative
A 17-year-old Brewton resident faces attempted murder and arson charges after a mobile home fire in the Appleton community injured a family member.
Mobile Council Delays Vote on Handing History Museum to Nonprofit Board
Mobile city leaders postponed a vote on turning management of the History Museum of Mobile over to its board, a move that would lay off 19 city employees.
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.