Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie Pleads Not Guilty to Federal Fraud Charges
Mobile County License Commissioner Kim Hastie and her husband pleaded not guilty to new federal tax fraud and data misuse charges in federal court.
Mobile, Baldwin Counties Receive Nearly $3.9 Million in Federal Homelessness Grants
Mobile City and County along with Baldwin County were awarded close to $3.9 million in federal homeless assistance funding in early 2015, HUD announced.
Mobile Launches New Business Portal, Advertises Judge Openings and Sets Storage Tank Hearing
Mobile rolled out a redesigned Urban Development website, posted openings for municipal judges and scheduled a public hearing on oil storage tanks.
Mobile BayBears Owe City $150,000 in Back Rent for Hank Aaron Stadium
City officials confirmed the Mobile BayBears owe roughly $150,000 in unpaid rent for Hank Aaron Stadium as the council weighs new stadium upgrades.
Prichard Council Fails to Introduce Budget Amid Revenue Dispute
A Prichard City Council member blocked introduction of the city's budget, saying the revenue projections need review by an outside accountant.
Mobile Personnel Board Upholds Firing of Police Sergeant
The Mobile County Personnel Board affirmed the firing of a former police sergeant accused of misusing department resources to contact women.
Prichard Council Runoff Turns Contentious Ahead of Certification
A close Prichard City Council runoff has turned tense, with candidate Carlton Wallace pinning hopes on provisional ballots as certification looms.
Mobile Mayor Stimpson Weighs Partial Veto Over Council’s Budget Shift
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson says he may veto part of the City Council's budget after it shifted $2.5 million meant for police and fire equipment purchases.
Mobile Council Approves 2015 Budget With Major Changes to Stimpson Plan
Mobile's City Council passed a 2015 budget 6-1 while Mayor Sandy Stimpson was away, reshaping his plan with new retiree and soccer complex funding.
Commissioner Ludgood Backs Soccer Complex Concept, Wants Cost Details
Mobile County Commissioner Merceria Ludgood says she supports the proposed I-10/I-65 soccer complex in concept but wants firm cost figures first.