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Kenneth Johnson Alabama News
Monroe County ‘Johnson Prayer Log’ creator dies

The man responsible for a prayer attraction in Monroe County passed away on Tuesday.

Amtrak groundbreaking Alabama News
Mobile mayor spox: Resumption of Amtrak 'not a City of Mobile project'

Following Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s statement that Amtrak service would return in mid-2025, the City offered more information on the status of the project they say is not a City project.

FIRE neighborhood Alabama News
Fires bring back Hurricane Katrina memories for Alabama woman in California: 'Things are just gone'

Brittney Baxter was born and raised in Birmingham but moved to Mobile where she attended the University of Mobile. She now lives with her family on the north side of Malibu, along the Pacific Coast Highway, where she can see the devastation of multiple wildfires.

Mayor Sandy Stimpson Alabama News
Mobile State of the City and County: Amtrak service delayed; Stimpson planning handoff to new mayor

Mobile Chamber CEO Bradley Byrne moderated the conversation with Mobile County Commissioners Connie Hudson, Randall Dueitt and Merceria Ludgood and Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson.

Mobile Port Authority Alabama News
Alabama Port Authority hopes workers union swiftly approves agreement to avoid strike

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) reached an agreement with ports and shippers relieving 36 ports nationwide of a strike.

City of mobile Alabama News
Mobile officials celebrate economic growth ahead of State of the City and County event

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson says the city has become a hub for a diverse group of industries, leading to job growth and economic development.

Connie Hudson Alabama News
County Commissioner Connie Hudson running for Mobile mayor: 'Mobile is on the cusp of a new era'

After 14 years as a Mobile County Commissioner, Connie Hudson officially announced her run for Mobile mayor.

NWS Alabama News
Officials statewide preparing as winter storm watch issued for parts of Alabama

The National Weather Service in Birmingham issued a winter storm warning for much of the northern half and central Alabama as the state prepares for impactful winter weather.

Contract approved Alabama News
State Sen. Chris Elliott wants government agencies to stop 'dragging feet' on permitting

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) wants state agencies to streamline permitting processes to protect Alabama's small businesses.

Kennon New Map Alabama News
'We are not going to be bullied': Orange Beach Mayor Kennon loves Trump's plans to rename Gulf of Mexico 'Gulf of America'

President-elect Donald Trump wants to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico and said he is ready to impose "serious" tariffs on Mexico and Canada.

Judge Michael Youngpeter Alabama News
Judge recuses self from former police chief case against Mobile

Mobile County Circuit Judge Michael A. Youngpeter recused himself from a case involving Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson and former police chief Paul Prine.

Spanish Fort Library Board meeting Alabama News
Read Freely Alabama member acknowledges teen sex guide 'tricky' as Spanish Fort, Fairhope libraries make changes

The Spanish Fort Library Board voted Monday to revisit policies following discussions about a controversial book that even a representative from Read Freely admitted is "tricky." Meanwhile, the Fairhope Public Library moved the same book from the teen section to the adult section.

Jerry Carl Alabama News
Jerry Carl not running for Mobile mayor; Says he will 'continue a life of public service'

After months of speculation, former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) confirmed he will not run for mayor of Mobile.

Linda Gail and Bela Berty Alabama News
Tuscaloosa County couple plans to travel the state, teaching students about the Declaration of Independence

A Tuscaloosa County couple wants to educate Alabama students about the importance of the Declaration of Independence.

Miss America Abbie Stockard Alabama News
Miss Alabama Abbie Stockard crowned Miss America

Miss Alabama Abbie Stockard was crowned Miss America Sunday night after days of competition in Orlando.

Eagle Forum Alabama News
Protecting children, Ten Commandments, gold/silver as currency among top Eagle Forum priorities

Eagle Forum of Alabama revealed its 2025 legislative priorities in its latest newsletter.

Lets Talk Main Photo Alabama News
Spanish Fort Library Board to review teen sex guide as library risks state funding

The Spanish Fort Public Library Board will review an explicit teen sex instructional book and decide whether to keep it in the teen section, move it to the adult section or remove it.

Breeze Airways Alabama News
Breeze Airways commercial airliner departs from Mobile International Airport services

Breeze Airways announced it is suspending services at Mobile International Airport effective January 31.

Mayor Sandy Stimpson Alabama News
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson 'deeply saddened and disturbed' following New Orleans terror attack

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson responded Thursday to the deadly terror attack in New Orleans.

Sgt. John Young Alabama News
Mobile's Sgt. John Young grateful teen sex guide removed from public libraries — 'Community and politics' can work together

Mobile Public Libraries removed a sexually explicit book for teens, according to Mobile police Sgt. John Young.

Michael Christopher Mullen Alabama News
Bay Minette man denied bond in violent rape of 11-month-old baby

An 11-month-old baby girl was violently raped and suffered life-threatening injuries, according to court documents.

Kareem Badawi Alabama News
University of Alabama student among 15 killed in New Orleans terror attack

A University of Alabama student was killed in a New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans, according the university.

James Mitchell Alabama News
'Takedown with Chris Hansen' episode features Blount County man known as school, church janitor

The latest episode of TruBlu’s “Takedown with Chris Hansen” shows a man communicating with who he thought was a 15-year-old boy.

Eagle Forum of Alabama Alabama News
Eagle Forum conference registration open; Early bird pricing through Jan. 4

Eagle Forum of Alabama will hold its 2025 legislative issues conference on January 31 in Birmingham.

Alabama gold Alabama News
Sound Money Tax Neutrality Act takes effect January 1

A law passed in 2024 removing all income taxes on capital gains from the sale of silver and gold will go into effect on January 1.

Phoenix Condo 247 Alabama News
Gulf Coast Phoenix condominiums started with a dream and $500

The yellowhammer is the state bird of Alabama, but a mythical bird is flying high above the state's coastal region, welcoming all who come to visit.

Jefferson County Sheriff Patrol Vehicles by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Man shot by celebratory gunfire while asleep in Jefferson County home

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a New Year's shooting involving a victim who was likely an unintended target.

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