Alabama Senate Votes to Ban Mud Dumping in Mobile Bay
The Alabama State Senate voted to put an end to “thin-layer” dredge disposal inside Mobile Bay, a practice that has drawn years of criticism from environmental groups, fishermen and coastal…
Last-Minute Legislative Compromise Averts Threat of Mobile Port Shutdown Over Bar Pilots Bill
Alabama lawmakers reached a last-minute compromise on legislation reauthorizing the licensing board for Mobile's bar pilots, averting the threat of disrupted operations at the Port of Mobile.
Two Vessels Sink in Mobile Ship Channel, Leaving Oil Sheen Near Gaillard Island
The U.S. Coast Guard says two vessels sank overnight in the Mobile ship channel, leaving a mile-long oil sheen near Gaillard Island north of the city.