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Chief Paul Prine Alabama News
Beards and Badges: Mobile PD loosens facial hair policy for trial period

You may have noticed Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine is looking a little different these days. For the first time in his nearly 30-year career in law enforcement, Prine has grown a mustache and beard. But he isn’t alone.

Satsuma HS Alabama News
Two South Alabama school systems celebrating making all A's on State Report Card

The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) released the report card for the 2022 – 2023 school year in December to show what is working in schools and what needs improvement.

Eagle Forum of Alabama Alabama News
Eagle Forum applauds 11th Circuit lifting VCAP enforcement injunction

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently lifted an injunction on Alabama’s ban on transgender surgeries and hormone treatments for minors and Eagle Forum, along with Alabama Eagle Forum responded.

Spot of Tea Alabama News
Spot of Tea flagship restaurant in Mobile accuses health department of extortion, blackmail

The Spot of Tea restaurant in Mobile has been closed down by the Mobile County Health Department three times in a week, according to a Facebook post on the restaurant’s own page.

ABC Board Alabama News
ABC Board halts plans for new warehouse and office

The Alcoholic Beverage Control is halting plans for a new warehouse and office, according to reports.

U.S. Reps. Jim Jordan (left) and Barry Moore (right) Alabama News
Jim Jordan making two stops in Alabama for Barry Moore AL-1 campaign

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is heading to Baldwin County for a public rally at the end of January.

Fentanyl Arrests Alabama News
More than 2,000 fentanyl-laced pills taken off streets in South Baldwin County

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrest of two people in connection to a months-long drug investigation.

Toomers Corner Alabama News
Auburn fans roll Toomer’s Corner in response to Saban retirement

It was a cold night on the Plains Wednesday as Auburn fans celebrated the news that University of Alabama head football coach Nick Saban was planning to retire.

lottery scratch off Alabama News
State Sen. Elliott supports lottery but not 'messy' gaming bills of the past

The people of Alabama see it time and time again. A big lottery jackpot is up for grabs and folks race across state lines to purchase their chance at millions.

Mobile skyline Alabama News
City of Mobile to host Public Safety Peace Forum in 'aggressive' effort to battle crime

The city of Mobile is asking for community members to come together to work with city leaders to understand what’s happening with crime and efforts to stop it.

Marijuana cigarette Alabama News
Mobile considers marijuana decriminalization

A citizen of Mobile came forward Tuesday and asked the city to consider the decriminalization of marijuana or to lessen penalties for being in possession of marijuana.

OWA 1 Alabama News
Poarch Creeks continue to invest millions in OWA after Paula Deen franchise closure; Casino rumors persist

From its 2017 opening to its planned resort hotel completion, the OWA project in Foley is expected to become a total investment of $414 million by the Poarch Band Creek of Indians (PCI).

Judson College Alabama News
Judson College hoping to reach Chapter 11 agreement to settle debts

Judson College is attempting to reach a settlement and satisfy its debts over time with a Chapter 11 plan.

Marco Perez left to stand trial for capital murder in the death of Mobile police officer Tuder right Alabama News
Trial to begin over 2019 shooting death of Mobile Police officer

The capital murder trial of Marco Antonio Perez, 24, of Theodore, is scheduled to begin this week in Mobile County.

Mobile map Alabama News
City of Mobile working with businesses in newly annexed areas to collect sales tax

November 2023 was the first month the city of Mobile collected sales tax from businesses in the newly annexed areas.

Eric Minix Alabama News
Deputy killed in Alabama high-speed chase to be honored Sunday and Monday

The Georgia deputy killed during a high-speed chase in Chambers County last Wednesday will be laid to rest Monday.

Flag Day Alabama News
Foley named Alabama’s World War II Heritage City

The National Park Service named the city of Foley an American World War II Heritage City.

Shops of Grand River Alabama News
Multiple malls across Alabama receive bomb threats Friday

Law enforcement responded to bomb threats Friday at multiple shopping centers and malls across the state.

Adam Simjee Alabama News
Women sentenced in murder of good Samaritan in Cheaha State Park; State protective order lifted

The two women convicted in the killing of a man who tried to help them in Cheaha State Park were sentenced this week.

Plant Barry coal ash pond Alabama News
Federal judge dismisses Mobile Baykeeper lawsuit against Alabama Power

A federal lawsuit filed by the Mobile Baykeeper against Alabama Power has been dismissed without prejudice. The lawsuit claimed the power company’s plan to leave 21 million tons of coal ash at a plant north of Mobile would allow pollutants to seep into public waters. 

BASS PRO SHOPS LEEDS Alabama News
Man taken for mental evaluation after jumping naked into fish tank at Leeds Bass Pro Shops

The Leeds Police chief confirmed a man was taken into custody late Thursday after a mental breakdown Thursday at Bass Pro Shops in Leeds.

Duncan Alabama News
Mount Vernon Police chief terminated following harassment charge

The Mount Vernon City Council voted to terminate its police chief following his December arrest for domestic violence.

Eric Minix Alabama News
Georgia deputy hit, killed by Alabama officer during high-speed chase

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating a deadly high-speed chase that ended in the death of a Georgia deputy Wednesday morning.

PERRY COUNTY WATER Alabama News
Water crisis underway in Perry County; Drinking water brought to Marion residents

Marion Water customers have been advised to boil water due to aging infrastructure while city, county and state officials work on a plan. Wednesday, the Perry County Commission distributed bottled water to residents to drink.

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway Alabama News
Racial discrimination lawsuits filed against Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway stands to defend two racial discrimination lawsuits that were recently filed in federal court.

voting, vote Alabama News
Obama-appointed federal judge rules in favor of True the Vote in Georgia case

A federal judge ruled in favor of True the Vote Tuesday in a three-year-long legal battle to support election integrity in Georgia.

Education Freedom Alabama News
API releases 'Educational Freedom in Alabama' report showing special interests behind roadblocks

The Alabama Policy Institute released its 2023-2024 Educational Freedom in Alabama report Tuesday in support of universal school choice.

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