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Sheriff Mark Pettway Alabama News
Jefferson County Sheriff Pettway concerned with safety after 'budget freeze'; Deputies have been worried for over a year

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway said Thursday that the Jefferson County Commission’s freezing of 30% of the sheriff’s office budget is dangerous.

Dash cam decatur Alabama News
Decatur PD 'erred in stating' Stephen Perkins refused to drop his firearm before being shot dead

The Decatur Police Department vowed to be transparent during the investigation into the death of Stephen Perkins.

Bird trafficking Alabama News
Suspects from Alabama, Georgia face over 40 years in federal prison for buying stuffed birds online

A Eufaula man is one of two indicted in a federal bird trafficking case.

Jefferson County Police Department by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Second Jefferson County deputy suffered injury during struggle with suspect related to judge, deputy chief

A Jefferson County Sheriff's deputy who responded as backup during an arrest on Sept. 16, has confirmed he was injured during the incident, in addition to another deputy who previously spoke to 1819 News.

Carlee Russell Alabama News
Carlee Russell appeals guilty verdict in kidnapping hoax

The Hoover woman whose fake abduction scheme captured national attention over the summer was found guilty Wednesday in Municipal Court.

Moody Landfill Fire Alabama News
VIDEO: Smoke seeping out of underground landfill fire in Moody despite efforts to stifle

Residents near the Moody Landfill are once again concerned after an underground fire that has been burning for nearly a year has once again started to release smoke into the air.

Eli Shaviro Ariel Israel Alabama News
'My heart is broken': Mobile Mayor Stimpson reaches out to Israeli sister city with support and prayers

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson reached out to the mayor of Ariel, Israel Monday, after learning of the terrorist attack by the Palestinian group Hamas over the weekend.

Gov Kay Ivey Alabama News
Ivey says Mobile airport, bridge project both on track; Hopes to continue improving state's education

Governor Kay Ivey addressed the Mobile Chamber of Commerce Tuesday morning to speak on economic development, transportation and education.

Adam Simjee Alabama News
Girlfriend of Good Samaritan killed in Cheaha State Park relived worst moments at trial

Investigators in Clay County could soon be allowed to speak to the public and the media about a terrifying case out of the Talladega National Forest.

Redistricting Map Alabama News
Mobile City Council to consider redistricting map, keeping black voting age majority

The city of Mobile recently annexed areas to the west of the city, bringing the population to 206,830 and making the city the second largest in the state.

Baldwin Beach Express bridge Alabama News
Toll bridge fight not over in Baldwin County; Case heading back to court this month

The Baldwin County Bridge Company (BCBC) versus Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) saga is not over.

DRUG OVERDOSE Alabama News
Deadly weekend: Jefferson County Coroner suspects five drug overdose deaths

Jefferson County Coroner Bill Yates, who has been concerned with drug overdoses for years, confirmed there were five suspected overdose deaths over the weekend.

Mobiles first guests to board Carnival Spirit cut a ceremonial ribbon with Captain Salvatore Siviero Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson and Sarah Beth Reno Carnivals SVP of guest operations Alabama News
Bon Voyage! Carnival Spirit embarks on first cruise from Mobile Port

The city of Mobile celebrated as Carnival Spirit left for an eight-day cruise to the Bahamas on Friday. The cruise is the first since Carnival returned to the Port City.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Alabama News
Birmingham-based U.S. Israel Education Association calls on Congress to support Israel, condemn Hamas

Following terrorist attacks in Israel, the U.S. Israel Education Association (USIEA) responded to the attacks in Israel Saturday by urging Congress to act.

Tommy Tuberville Veterans Alabama News
Tuberville backs Alabama Veteran organization with contribution to 'boots-to-hard-hat' program

Alabama Veteran is celebrating a large donation from the Tommy Tuberville Foundation. The president of the non-profit organization said the donation along with multiple partnerships will make a big difference for veterans trying to get their feet on the ground.

Kids to Love Lee Marshall Alabama News
Watch: Kids to Love founder standing up to 'broken' DHR asking for support, gathering stories of others impacted

Lee Marshall took to social media Friday to defend herself and her non-profit as they go after the Alabama Department of Human Resources.

Jays Charity Bingo Alabama News
Gambling with the Public Trust: Jefferson Co. Sheriff Pettway long neglected responsibility to close illegal bingo halls

Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway recently said he was glad the County Commission decided not to renew business licenses for electronic bingo halls. However, he had the legal means to shut the operations down all along.

TALLASSEE POLICE DEPARTMENT Alabama News
TP the PD: Tallassee Police Department cleaning up after high school seniors let the good times toll

Friday morning came early for the Tallassee Police Department after their building was rolled with toilet paper late Thursday night.

crimescene tape Alabama News
Talladega National Forest 'Good Samaritan' murder suspects face life in prison

The two women arrested in connection to the murder and robbery in the Talladega National Forest have been scheduled for sentencing in a federal case against them.

Try that in a small town Alabama News
'Try That in a Small Town' artist Jason Aldean awarded 'Key to the City of Orange Beach'

Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon presented country music superstar Jason Aldean with a key to the city.

Judy Barlow Alabama News
Eastern Shore Republican Women president kicks off election season at national convention

Eastern Shore Republican Women President Judy Barlow attended the 42nd biennial National Federation of Republican Women in Oklahoma City. Barlow said she came back with some tools to use here in Alabama.

Mpl Alabama News
Mobile County GOP seeks to hold library accountable for shelving sexually explicit content for children

The Mobile County Republican Executive Committee passed a resolution Tuesday opposing inappropriate material found in the children’s sections of public libraries.

Dash cam decatur Alabama News
Protests underway at Ivey event following Decatur officer-involved shooting

Protesters gathered Tuesday outside the Double Tree Hotel in Decatur, where Gov. Kay Ivey was speaking at the Decatur-Morgan County Chamber of Commerce’s Legislative Update.

Patrick Devone Stallworth. Cupcake McKinney Alabama News
Death penalty possible for suspect in kidnapping and murder of three-year-old Kamille ‘Cupcake’ McKinney

A suspect in the gruesome 2019 death of Kamille “Cupcake” McKinney has been denied a motion to throw out the death penalty.

FAMILY PHOTO Alabama News
Man who found wife hanged, two children drowned asks for donations, support

The family of a man who lost his wife and children in Semmes last week is rallying behind him and raising money for support.

Roanoke, Ala. Alabama News
Gang activity crisis in small town Alabama: Lawmakers and law enforcement work to curb group crime

In May of this year, a small town graduation ceremony was put on lockdown after law enforcement became aware of possible gang activity. It was that communication to officials that may have saved lives and helped police gain intelligence to what’s been lurking in the shadows.

K9 COMPETITION Alabama News
National police K9 competition hosted in Foley showcases 'best of the best'

The United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) National Field Trials was held in Foley the last week in September.

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