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Spiro Cheriogotis projected to win Mobile mayoral runoff

Former district judge Spiro Cheriogotis narrowly defeated state Representative Barbara Drummond in Tuesday's runoff election for Mobile mayor.

September 24, 2025

Native Mobilian and Congressman Sanford Bishop endorses Barbara Drummond for mayor

Bishop drew on his connection to his hometown to make the case for Drummond, calling her record of public service “unmatched.”

September 23, 2025

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed addresses weekend violence

Reed called for accountability and a collective commitment to peace after weekend violence left families grieving.

September 22, 2025

Alex City councilman rips mayor, says he’s acted childish and distorted his own record

Alexander City councilman Eric Brown said Mayor Woody Baird has behaved childishly and took credit for projects he had nothing to do with.

September 19, 2025

Drummond receives record-breaking small-dollar donations ahead of Mobile mayoral runoff

Barbara Drummond's campaign secured historic support, with 2,321 individual donors contributing a median of $50, demonstrating broad grassroots backing.

September 19, 2025

Birmingham Promise executive director wins $1 million national award

Samantha Williams won a national award, providing $1 million to support scholarships and internships for Birmingham City Schools students.

September 19, 2025

Mobile Police Department Homicide Unit endorses Barbara Drummond for mayor

Drummond announced she secured a significant endorsement from respected detectives committed to a safer Mobile.

September 17, 2025

NAALC celebrates withdrawal of AI garbage truck camera proposal from Huntsville budget

Residents expressed concerns over increased surveillance and fiscal irresponsibility.

September 16, 2025

Sen. Cory Booker endorses Barbara Drummond for Mobile mayor

Booker touted the state representative's legislative record on gun violence and economic investment.

September 15, 2025

Centreville mayor files lawsuit challenging results after losing narrow election

Centreville Mayor Mike Oakley has filed a lawsuit challenging the results of the city's August 26 mayoral election.

September 11, 2025