Two Years After Corruption Scandal, Bayou La Batre Still Rebuilding Trust
Two years after ex-mayor Stan Wright's corruption conviction, Bayou La Batre's council and residents are still rebuilding trust in city government.
Mobile City Council Reviews Tourism Report, Crime Statistics and Storm Water Contract
Mobile City Council members heard updates on tourism data, citywide crime statistics and a storm water services contract during a Tuesday meeting.
Daphne Council Tables Malbis Rezoning Request Amid Historic District Concerns
The Daphne City Council declined to vote on annexing and rezoning land near the historic Malbis district, citing the lack of a clear development plan.
Fairhope Homeowner’s Bid to Halt Bayside Sidewalk Rejected, Case Heads to Appeals Court
A Fairhope homeowner's bid to block a bayside sidewalk and undo a court judgment favoring the city has been denied by a Baldwin County judge, setting up an appeal to…
Mobile Council Committee Backs Nearly $500,000 in Hank Aaron Stadium Upgrades
A Mobile City Council committee recommended shifting surplus park funds toward urgent upgrades at Hank Aaron Stadium despite lingering lease concerns.
Prichard Chosen for EPA Sustainable Communities Program
Prichard was selected among dozens of applicants nationwide to receive EPA technical assistance aimed at boosting sustainable local development.
Saraland Schools Push Toward Jan. 27 Vote on Property Tax for Campus Upgrades
Saraland City Schools is holding informational meetings ahead of a Jan. 27 referendum on a 7.5-mill tax increase to fund a $20 million improvement plan.
Prichard Council Rejects Proposal for Quarterly Budget Reviews
A Prichard councilwoman's push to require regular independent CPA reviews of the city budget fell short of the votes needed to pass this week.
Mobile Ends Health Coverage for Adult Children of City Retirees
Mobile has dropped adult children of city retirees, ages 19 to 26, from city-sponsored health insurance as of Jan. 1, a change finance officials say helps offset rising healthcare costs…
A Year in Quotes: Mobile’s Most Memorable Lines of 2014
From budget battles at City Hall to Mardi Gras traditions and a delayed downtown museum, a look back at the comments that defined Mobile in 2014.