‘Change the face of Mobile forever’: How the legislative session benefited Mobile Legislation allowing for new TIF districts and expanding the Industrial Development Board are credited for boosting economic development, while other bills address blight.

Mobile public officials say the 2026 legislative session was a good one for them. A lot of local legislative for Mobile County was approved. Here's a rundown of some of the items that stood out: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

In deep‑red Alabama congressional district, Republicans tout Trump allegiance and partisan divide Candidates for the 1st congressional district debated Trump's Iran policy and bipartisan cooperation during a 90-minute forum Thursday in Andalusia.

Support of the Iran war and Trump, disdain for Democrats and blaming Biden for inflation highlight the GOP debate for the heavily Republican AL1 seat: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

A football game almost delayed her mammogram. It led to a new Alabama law Rep. Frances Holk-Jones' personal experience with breast cancer and costly follow-up tests inspired legislation that removes financial barriers for diagnostic imaging across Alabama.

Alabama State Rep. Frances Holk-Jones talks about the legislation she sponsored this session requiring insurers to cover secondary breast cancer screenings that has received widespread praise since its enactment in early March: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

Attorney David Gespass speaks to the media after a Fairhope judge acquits Renae Gamble of all charges for dressing in an inflatable penis costume during an Oct. 18 "No Kings" protest.

Six months after viral arrest, Fairhope ‘No Kings’ anti-Trump protester heads to court Renae Gamble, 62, faces disorderly conduct charges after wearing an inflatable costume during an anti-Trump rally 180 days ago. Her attorney seeks acquittal on First Amendment grounds.

Happening today in Fairhope: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

Link Up the Vote legislative candidate forum April 9 The Greater Mobile (AL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated in partnership with League of Women Voters, NAACP, Mobile United, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and

Is this correct? A candidates forum involving Alabama state legislative candidates on the night of the final day of the 2026 legislative session? If so, not good timing: mynbc15.com/news/local/l...

Solar farm opposition drives Stockton to historic zoning vote Baldwin County Commission certifies special election for Stockton voters in late June as Alabama Legislature considers moratorium on new solar developments.

A 1-year moratorium on solar farms might appears to be dead this legislative session in Alabama. However, in Stockton, residents may approve zoning as an answer to the development. The special election appears to be June 30: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

Could Fairhope split from Baldwin County Schools in 2026? Two studies differ on tax impact A city-commissioned analysis warns of property tax increase while citizens group study claims independent system would start with surplus funds.

Two studies show two different results for the creation of a city school in Fairhope. What will happen next? www.al.com/news/2026/04...

Alabama solar farm faces pivotal week: What’s next for $350 million Stockton project Three key events will determine whether the Nashville-based company's 2,000-acre project moves forward or faces delays.

Next week will be a busy one for the solar farm project near Stockton in North Baldwin County. Here's what to follow: www.al.com/news/2026/04...

Alabama voting rights bill advances as civil rights groups applaud GOP chair: What it will do The bill still lacks a GOP co-sponsor and must pass both chambers before session ends next week.

An unusual moment in Montgomery yesterday after a civil rights groups applauded a Republican for advancing a voting rights bill. Here's the story: www.al.com/politics/202...

Why Alabama hemp stores have been closed for months: ‘hemorrhaging money’ The rollout of Alabama's restrictive hemp laws has created confusion in cities with businesses forced to close while waiting for local governments to establish approval processes the state requires.

Mobile passed an ordinance Tuesday that should allow stores selling legal consumable hemp products in Alabama to reopen. But why have these stores been closed since January? The latest: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

How much is Mobile spending to save two old murals for the new Civic Center? The price tag for preserving Conrad Albrizio's Mardi Gras and Circus murals has reached at least $1.57 million, prompting one councilman to question future art preservation projects.

The price to preserve art in Mobile isn't cheap -- and the new arena is a case in point. Here's the story of "Circus" and "Mardi Gras": www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Fairhope ‘Auntifa’ arrest case delayed as new eggplant protester appears Renae Gamble, the 62-year-old grandmother who was arrested in October at a "No Kings" rally, faces criminal charges in Fairhope municipal court for wearing a penis costume and giving a false name.

Was "Auntifa" back at the "No Kings" protests in Fairhope? You decide. Here's the update on the Fairhope "No Kings" penis costume arrest from October, and the sudden appearance of an eggplant at Saturday's rally: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Happening tomorrow: Alabama lawmakers will make a pitch for legislation implementing a 1-year moratorium on new solar farm developments, as well as putting county commissions in charge of regulating them. The latest: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

$1 million will be allocated this week on museum and sports exhibits along Water Street in Mobile. Here's the story: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Is it right to charge the taxpayers to pay for a closed primary, and is it constitutional? Challenges are surfacing elsewhere as the debate goes on beyond Alabama's borders: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Legislation in Alabama would establish a 25-foot buffer around first responders, and criminalize those who get too close. A public hearing touched on constitutional rights and -- what about mama? www.al.com/politics/202...

Alabama legislation seeks to define the word "groom" -- but some lawmakers, during a committee meeting Wednesday, felt there could be unintended consequences in which normal activities of parents, pastors, and teachers could be deemed criminal. www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Which stops along the Mardi Gras Service are drawing the largest crowds? There are some cities overperforming -- and Mobile is one of them, according to the Southern Rail Commission's analysis of Amtrak numbers. But no one is touching Bay St. Louis: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

BamaCarry, a gun rights group, has a problem with a tax free holiday for gun sales. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

4 of the 7 Republicans running for Alabama's lieutenant governor gathered for a forum on Thursday: www.al.com/politics/202...

Public hearing held at the Alabama Statehouse today into a prison reform measure. The bill is inspired by the #Oscar nominated @ALsolutionfilm. Vote expected tomorrow. www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Another Mardi Gras themed piece of branding in Mobile -- this time it's with the public transit system. Only the public can decide: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Alabama has beaches? You've heard it before. We know better. There are those who simply do not. But now you can buy the t-shirt to prove the doubters: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

Just ahead of #Oscars, Alabama lawmakers will take up prison oversight legislation inspired by @ALsolutionfilm. An 8:30 a.m. hearing is scheduled Wednesday into SB316, which creates oversight that has bipartisan support. More: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

$10K isn't much at all, but the source of the contribution from a casino in South Florida that is stirring a casino, lottery discussion in this year's governor's race in Alabama. The latest: www.al.com/politics/202...

From budget hotel to budget boutique for a downtown Mobile hotel? The Budget Inn Motel is a historic piece of property, so says the city. Its future is interesting if the financing comes together. The latest: www.al.com/news/2026/03...

In the Alabama's Public Service Commission debate over the past month, there has been one that has surfaced again and again - George Soros. Here's why: www.al.com/politics/202...

A bill going before committee tomorrow would require the Alabama Public Service Commission to hold annual public hearings. But does it go far enough? www.al.com/politics/202...

This is a fantastic movie, and the use of blues and folk music was such a reinvigorating element. The first half is amazing. The second half goes into the horror movie trope. Put together, it's a highly entertaining flick. Sure, there are plenty of scares. But wow, a powerful movie.