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Aderholt Alabama News
Aderholt calls for Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle's resignation after attempted Trump assassination

As new details emerge on the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) is calling for the resignation of Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle after a slew of reported security failure on behalf of Trump’s detail.

Andrew Sorrell Alabama News
State Auditor Sorrell criticizes RNC after Amber Rose, Teamster speech and Sikh prayer — 'As a long-time Republican, it left me scratching my head'

State Auditor Andrew Sorrell was unimpressed with the opening proceedings of the Republican National Convention on Monday night, which drew heavy criticism for hosting a Sikh prayer, a pro-abortion activist and a pro-union speaker.

Library Books Alabama News
Statewide rules regulating placement of sexually explicit library books officially enshrined in administrative code

The new Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) rule changes that came from Gov. Kay Ivey in response to citizens’ concerns over sexually explicit and obscene children’s books are officially part of Alabama’s administrative code as of Monday.

Dale Strong Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Strong to participate in oversight hearing to investigate circumstances in attempted Trump assassination

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) is joining his colleagues on the House Homeland Security Committee in seeking answers from the FBI, DHS and U.S. Secret Service in an oversight hearing regarding any alleged security failures after the failed assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump on Saturday.

Keanete Shipp Alabama News
Montgomery man on bond for trafficking drugs into prison re-arrested for attempted murder, assault

Keanete Shipp, 21, of Montgomery, who is out on bond for trafficking drugs and other contraband into the Elmore County Correctional Facility in April, was recently re-arrested in Montgomery for several felonies, including attempted murder.

Wes Allen Alabama News
Secretary of State Allen on attempted Trump assassination: 'I’m so glad the good Lord had his hand over that situation'

On Monday, Secretary of State Wes Allen gave his initial reaction to the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump on Saturday, praising the memory of the Pennsylvania firefighter who lost his life in the crossfire.

Mike Rogers Alabama News
'Most military-friendly state in the country': U.S. Rep. Rogers applauds Alabama law exempting troops from paying state income tax while deployed

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) recently applauded the state of Alabama for its newly signed legislation that exempts troops from paying state income tax while deployed or mobilized

J.D. Vance. Alabama News
Alabama's state and federal lawmakers show support for U.S. Sen. J.D. Vance as Trump's VP pick

Alabama lawmakers are applauding the Monday announcement by GOP Presidential frontrunner Donald Trump to select Ohio Senator J.D. Vance as his Vice Presidential nominee two days after surviving an attempted assassination. 

kay ivey Alabama News
Ivey encourages citizens to take advantage of back-to-school tax holiday

As the new school year draws closer, Gov. Kay Ivey is encouraging parents to take advantage of the state’s upcoming annual weekend Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday.

Seth McCollough Alabama News
Parents claim Auburn City School officials ignored drag queen teacher complaints — 'We have to wait until something physically happens'

Several parents claim they attempted years ago to petition the Auburn City School system regarding the online behavior of the now-resigned drag queen teacher at Drake Middle School, but their concerns were brushed off.

Agent Ken Valentine Alabama News
Fmr Secret Service agent: Too soon to call attempted Trump assassination a security 'failure' — 'But, at the end of the day, the former president was shot'

In the hours after the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, speculation immediately began regarding perceived negligence on the part of the United States Secret Service for allowing a shooter to nearly kill the former president.

John Wahl Alabama News
ALGOP chairman Wahl: Mainstream media's vilification of Trump 'partially responsible' for assassination attempt

Alabama Republican Party chairman John Wahl swiftly condemned the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump during a campaign rally on Saturday, placing partial blame on the media's rhetoric towards Trump.

Trump Shooting. Alabama News
BREAKING: Donald Trump struck by apparent gunfire at Pennsylvania rally – 'Please join me in praying for President Trump'

A bloody Donald Trump was escorted off the stage during a Saturday rally in Pennsylvania after someone appeared to fire shots at the former President.

Shane Stringer Alabama News
State Rep. Stringer: Blaming permitless carry for Montgomery crime spike 'ridiculous'

State Rep. Shane Stringer (R-Citronelle), the sponsor of the 2022 legislation removing the state’s requirement for a concealed carry permit, recently slammed Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed’s continued blaming the bill for escalating crime in Alabama’s capital city.

Dothan Books Alabama News
Lawmakers will try to tackle obscene library books again in 2025

Lawmakers will attempt in 2025 to try again to address the ongoing controversy surrounding the preponderance of sexually explicit books in Alabama’s libraries.

handcuffs Alabama News
Montgomery man charged with trafficking minor for commercial sex acts

On Thursday, a task force of the attorney general’s office and U.S. Marshalls arrested a Montgomery County man on a charge of Human Trafficking in the First Degree for commercial sex acts involving a juvenile.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville: 'Democrats are in a full panic about the upcoming election' — 'Kamala is waiting in the wings'

U.S. Sen Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) described Democrats on Capitol Hill as being in full panic over President Joe Biden’s odds in November’s election while bemoaning the prospect of a Kamala Harris presidency.

Drake middle bleu Alabama News
Auburn's Drake Middle School drag queen teacher resigns after backlash over comments

The Auburn drag queen middle school teacher, who recently came under fire for comments made about using podcasts to reach his students and others with LGBTQ+ topics, has reportedly resigned from his teaching position.

Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall announces sentencing of woman who defrauded City of Montgomery of $500,000 through insurance fraud

Attorney General Steve Marshall’s office recently announced that a woman who defrauded the city of Montgomery for nearly $500,000  through health insurance fraud was sentenced to one year in jail.

Seth McCollough Alabama News
LISTEN: Auburn middle school teacher describes tactics to reach youth on LGBTQ+ lifestyle since his 'hands are tied' in the classroom

Recent audio recordings show a middle school music teacher at Drake Middle School in Auburn, who moonlights as a drag queen, details using his podcasting platform to engage with students because his “hands are tied” at his job.

Steven Reed Alabama News
Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed hosts town hall to address crime, jobs, city infrastructure

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed held a town hall on Tuesday, during which citizens had the opportunity to voice concerns over public safety, infrastructure, housing and other community issues.

Prison interior Alabama News
DOJ re-enters Alabama prison debate by filing letter in support of plaintiffs suing corrections department

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) recently filed a letter of interest in a lawsuit in the Northern District of Alabama related to a lawsuit claiming that the conditions in St. Clair Correctional Facility violate the U.S. Constitution.

Bill and Susan Britt. Alabama News
Public records show payments from ALDOT to left-wing Alabama Political Reporter much higher than initially reported

Payments from the Alabama Department of Transportation to left-wing media site Alabama Political Reporter are much higher than initially reported.

Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall leads SCOTUS brief in support of Florida Jewish synagogue: 'Direct attack on the First Amendment'

Attorney General Steve Marshall recently led a multi-state brief in the U.S. Supreme Court, defending a First Amendment claim from a Jewish temple in Florida after the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority rejected a proposed advertisement for being religious in nature.

ADOC Arrests Alabama News
Three arrested after attempting to deliver contraband into Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore

On Friday, the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) Law Enforcement Services Division (LESD) recently arrested three individuals for attempting to smuggle contraband into the Fountain Correctional Facility in Atmore after a police pursuit.

Athens Limestone Library Alabama News
Library controversy continues as local libraries align policies with new state rules targeting sexually explicit children's books

The Athens-Limestone Public Library board of trustees recently joined other local libraries that have already begun conforming individual policies after the Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) passed an administrative rule change that libraries must adopt to continue receiving state funding.

firework people Alabama News
Autauga County Sheriff talks being a good neighbor while enjoying Fourth of July fireworks shows

As citizens across the state of Alabama begin celebrating the Independence Day holiday, thousands will gather around large and small fireworks displays.

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