Mobile Council Members Criticize Police Promotions Over Diversity Concerns
Three Mobile City Council members say a $500,000 outside review has still not delivered the diversity gains they expected in recent police promotions.
Orange Beach Officials Rebuke Wharf Over Widespread Panic Booking
Orange Beach leaders criticized The Wharf's decision to book jam band Widespread Panic, citing past strain on police and fire resources.
Mobile City Council Approves Police Body Cameras, Tackles Wide-Ranging Agenda
The Mobile City Council approved a $480,775 contract for police body cameras and tasers, part of a broader five-year, $1.96 million equipment deal.
Mobile Council Postpones Stadium Lighting Vote, Approves Noise Ordinance Changes
The Mobile City Council held over a Hank Aaron Stadium lighting contract and approved noise ordinance changes and public safety funding in a busy session.
Prichard Swears In New Police and Fire Chiefs After Long Search
Prichard's mayor swore in Bernard Parrish as police chief and Fred Chambers as fire chief, ending a lengthy search for permanent department heads.
Foley House Fire Death Ruled Homicide, First in Five Years
A body found in a burned Foley home on Monteith Circle has become the city's first homicide investigation since 2009 after autopsy findings.
Mobile Police Weigh Body Camera Expansion Amid Tight Budget
Mobile's police chief says body camera upgrades are a priority, but an aging patrol fleet is competing for limited city funding.
Emailed Bomb Threat Puts Foley High School on Alert, Investigation Underway
An emailed bomb threat against Foley High School staff triggered a police search and a rapid notification alert to parents before being cleared.
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.
Mobile Retirees Push Back on Proposed Cuts to City Health Benefits
Mobile retirees and city employees packed a public hearing to oppose proposed health benefit cuts in Mayor Sandy Stimpson's 2015 budget plan.