Posts by Erica Thomas

The defense for a woman arrested and charged at an October No Kings rally in Fairhope says the arrest was unlawful and she had every right to resist arrest.

The Bay Minette Police Department is asking the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office to step in and increase manpower after a series of shootings over the past two weeks.

The Alabama Public Library Service’s executive board approved changes to classify gender ideology as inappropriate for children and youth collections in libraries across the state. The board also delayed a vote on the fate of funding for the Fairhope Public Library.

Huntsville Utilities announced that it will resume collecting late fees and disconnection services on Jan. 5, 2026.

A Mobile County mother arrested and charged with willful abuse could face more charges, according to Mobile County Sheriff Paul Burch.

The Mobile Chamber held its 11th annual State of the Economy Wednesday and presented awards for Manufacturer of the Year and Innovator of the Year.

A Cottage Hill Christian Academy teacher is facing charges in connection with a video circulating on social media that allegedly shows the beating of a child.

A man who raped a child on video will not have the opportunity to victimize other children after a judge sentenced him to nearly 1,000 years in prison.

As Baldwin County grows, the Mobile Baykeeper is keeping an eye on local waterways. The nonprofit is hosting the Baldwin County Smart Growth Listening Session on Thursday at the Silverhill Community Center.

Jefferson County Coroner Bill Yates released information about a man killed while walking along the interstate.

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man Tuesday after a shooting over hot water.

 State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) announced he will run for another term to represent  Alabama House District 96 in the upcoming 2026 elections.

The Mobile City Council unanimously approved a new executive director and a new fire chief during its regular meeting on Tuesday.

Clean Up Alabama provided information claiming a member of the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) does not live in the district he represents.

The fall 2025 Leapfrog Hospital Safety grades are out, and four Alabama hospitals scored an "A" grade.

Firefighters continue fighting a large wildfire in Talladega County, and officials say they are having a difficult time due to rough terrain.

The City of Opelika is warning citizens of an email scam after receiving numerous reports.

The man accused of trying to rob people inside a Jefferson County home Saturday morning has been identified.

The Foley City Council approved a resolution Monday to rename the Foley Municipal Airport.

Former Oakman Mayor and Walker County Sheriff’s Office deputy Cory Kwan Franks was recently indicted on two charges following an investigation by the Alabama Attorney General’s Office.

The Mobile Police Department is investigating a stabbing that claimed the life of a 46-year-old man.

The Alabama State Department of Education Annual Report Card is out, and Orange Beach City Schools is celebrating ranking number two in the state, only behind Mountain Brook City Schools.

Nori Thai and Sushi restaurant in Birmingham has closed its dining room after a raid by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

The Birmingham Police Department took a homicide suspect into custody on Sunday.

Foley's Mike Vandenheuvel, better known as Mike Van, announced he is running for Alabama Senate District 32.

Mackenzie Cotton's whole life has been centered around softball. But two injuries have benched her. Now, she is sharing her story and how her faith in God is getting her through.

Students from the University of Mobile paid a visit to inmates of the Baldwin County Corrections Center to share the Word of God.