Local news Ozark resident intends to sue mayor for “violating First Amendment rights” The feud between Ozark Mayor Mark Blankenship and resident Bryant Fontenot appears to be heading to court. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Municipal elections Reed sworn in for second term as mayor of Montgomery Reed took his oath of office, alongside the rest of the Montgomery City Council, during a swearing-in ceremony in Montgomery. Jacob HolmesNovember 15, 2023
Local news Mobile police shoot, kill 16-year-old during pre-dawn raid Mobile's mayor announced an immediate ban on most pre-dawn search warrants and a call for a comprehensive review of MPD policies. Patrick DarringtonNovember 14, 2023
Local news Man presses charges against co-captain in Riverfront brawl Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed and police emphasized the charges don’t come from the Montgomery law enforcement. Jacob HolmesNovember 10, 2023
Local news Three of seven library board seats up for grabs in Prattville Three of the seven board members that have been serving during a tumultuous time for the library have now resigned. Jacob HolmesNovember 10, 2023
Local news Lee County sheriff: No evidence of crime on Copeland’s devices The update should put an end to the whisper campaign against Copeland. Jacob HolmesNovember 9, 2023
Local news Lee County Democratic Party expresses sadness over Mayor Copeland’s passing "We condemn, in the strongest terms, the use of discriminatory and hateful rhetoric to target the personal lives of individuals." Patrick DarringtonNovember 9, 2023
Local news Death of Smiths Station mayor under investigation, not online posts “We are investigating the specific circumstance surrounding his death,” Jones told AL.com. Jacob HolmesNovember 8, 2023
Local news Montgomery council overrides mayor, bans all flags and Christmas decorations A "neutrality resolution" will prevent the city from supporting charitable causes, flying various non-governmental flags and displaying Christmas decorations. Josh MoonNovember 8, 2023
Local news Opinion | Media must scrutinize power, not police morality With such power comes a profound responsibility to discern the public interest from morbid curiosity. Bill BrittNovember 6, 2023
Local news Alabama town mourns mayor’s death after forced outing Copeland, also a pastor at First Baptist Church in Phenix City, was a beloved figure and married father of three. Bill BrittNovember 6, 2023