Prichard Sought a Place in Gulf Coast Restoration Funding Decisions
In March 2018, Prichard leaders said the city had been left out of $315 million in Gulf Coast restoration awards and called for a fairer process.
Company Agrees to $1.3 Million Payout Over 2011 Mobile River Oil Spill
A company has agreed to pay more than $1.3 million in penalties and restitution for a 2011 fuel-oil spill that closed part of the Mobile River and killed wildlife.
Mobile Reaches $7.1 Million Settlement With BP Over Oil Spill Losses
The city of Mobile has agreed to a $7.1 million settlement with BP to resolve claims of lost tax revenue tied to the 2010 Gulf oil spill disaster.
BP Oil Spill Claims Deadline Prompts Extended Hours at Mobile Office
Mobile's BP oil spill claims office extended weekend hours ahead of a June 8, 2015 deadline as area businesses rushed to file economic damage claims.
Mobile Musician’s Oil Spill Song Takes On New Meaning Years Later
A Mobile musician's instrumental written after the Deepwater Horizon spill has taken on new personal meaning following his brother's death, years later.
Five Years Later, Mobile Bay Still Feels the Weight of the BP Oil Spill
Five years after the Deepwater Horizon disaster, coastal Alabama scientists and residents reflect on how the oil spill changed Mobile Bay's waters.
Orange Beach Offers Cash Rewards to Curb Wave of Vandalism, Petty Crime
Orange Beach leaders approved a $10,000 reward fund after vandals damaged a donated dolphin sculpture and the Waterfront Park pier.
History Museum of Mobile to Host Lunchtime Screening on Lingering Oil Spill Effects
The History Museum of Mobile will host a free lunchtime screening and discussion on the lasting effects of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill.
Baldwin County Seeks Private Operator to Revive Live Oak Landing
Baldwin County commissioners want a private company to run Live Oak Landing's general store, boat launches and a future campground.
Bayou La Batre Nonprofit Hosts Thanksgiving for Families Still Hurting From Oil Spill
The Bayou Recovery Project hosted its first community Thanksgiving dinner at its new Children's Place building in Bayou La Batre.