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HOSPITAL UAB EMERGENCY ROOM AP Photo Jay Reeves Alabama News
Jefferson County Coroner examines deaths associated with Adderall

Law enforcement and healthcare providers nationwide are working to combat a potential amphetamine crisis before it claims more lives.

Adderall XR capsules are displayed on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) Alabama News
Dying to stay awake: Adderall, other stimulants, could be the next drug epidemic

A drug that is often taken innocently to address a real need is now threatening to become the next drug epidemic. Adderall, most commonly prescribed to treat attention deficit attention disorder (ADHD), is causing users to become addicted and in some cases, graduate to stronger, more illicit drugs such as methamphetamine.

Pissed Off Nation Alabama News
'I've been rubbing FEMA's nose in this': Locust Fork man makes 14 trips and counting to help North Carolina hurricane survivors

People lost their lives, homes, jobs and property in the devastating storm. Among those delivering relief from Alabama was Michael Stapleton of Locust Fork.

Jackson and Bethany Agee Alabama News
Thankful and giving: Foley woman donating kidney to New Hampshire teen she found on Facebook

This Thanksgiving, a Baldwin County woman is giving a New Hampshire teen something to be thankful for: The gift of life. Bethany Agee is donating a kidney as a living donor.

Nash and Collins Alabama News
Mother, boyfriend charged in blunt-force trauma death of Jefferson County 4-year-old

The Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office charged a mother and her boyfriend in connection to the death of a child in August.

David Carpenter, Damien McDaniel Alabama News
'Liberal trash' Democrat Jefferson County judge allowed Five Points South mass shooting suspect early release despite lengthy rap sheet

The suspect in several deadly Birmingham shootings this summer, including a mass shooting in Five Points South, has been indicted in 11 cases. However, his rap sheet suggests he shouldn't have been on the streets.

Interstate65 Alabama News
Troopers, local law enforcement to perform license checkpoints and increased speed detection operations during Thanksgiving travel period

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) and other local law enforcement agencies are partnering this week to add more driver license checkpoints and speed checks.

Migrants in the U S Photo AP Photo Marco Ugarte Alabama News
‘Another example of why Americans voted them out’ — Federal judge blocks Biden regulation putting foreign farmhands above Alabama farmers

A federal judge in Kentucky granted a preliminary injunction halting a Biden administration regulation requiring farmers to allow temporary foreign-migrant workers to engage in collective bargaining. 

Tuscaloosa Bypass Alabama News
State Sen. Allen proposes state purchase Tuscaloosa Bypass Toll Bridge to relieve traffic, bring jobs

State Sen. Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) is requesting a meeting with Gov. Kay Ivey to ask about the state purchasing the Tuscaloosa Bypass Toll Bridge.

Shaknovsky Alabama News
Surgeon accused of fatal medical error in Florida surrenders Alabama medical license

Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, the surgeon accused of removing a man’s liver instead of his spleen, officially surrendered his Alabama license to practice medicine on Monday.

Ramirez Alabama News
Albertville teen charged with vehicular manslaughter in deaths of two other teens

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating a deadly crash that claimed the lives of two teens.

Mobile arena Mural Alabama News
Historic preservationists working to remove 80-ton murals from Mobile Civic Center

As work continues on the demolition of the iconic Mobile Civic Center, extra care is being taken to preserve massive murals on the arena's walls.

Gulf Shores City Schools Alabama News
Elliott proposes Baldwin County penny tax amendment to include Gulf Shores, Orange Beach systems

The Baldwin County Public School system receives 100% of the education portion of a one-cent sales tax that the state legislature levied in 2017.

Birmingham Homicides police Alabama News
'There's a war taking place': State Rep. Givan pre-files gun bill as Birmingham homicides track close to 91-year record

A deadly Thursday night drew the city of Birmingham closer to breaking a 91-year record number of homicides.

Attorney General Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall urges federal Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals to stop pandering to 'small minority' in fight for female athletes

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall continues his fight to protect girls’ sports.

Birmingham Barons Rickwood Field Alabama News
Birmingham Barons to return to historic Rickwood Field in 2025

The Birmingham Barons will return to historic Rickwood Field in 2025.

1819 Coastal 21 Alabama News
Final projects of Plan IV to restore coast following 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill approved

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources is celebrating the start of the final restoration projects to address damages caused by the 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill.

Dadeville shooting Alabama News
Attorneys say Dadeville Sweet 16 victims' phones could prove intent to harm; Judge recuses self

A defendant in the Dadeville Sweet 16 party mass shooting is asking for access to the cell phones of the victims.

Atmore Four Alabama News
Atmore News owner, reporter and others to file federal lawsuit after arrests; Claim intimidation, retaliation

The owner of the Atmore News and three others are suing after being arrested for revealing grand jury secrets in 2023.

Kaiden Francis Alabama News
University of Mobile freshman basketball player dies after collapsing on campus

The University of Mobile is mourning the loss of a basketball player who collapsed on campus Tuesday and never recovered.

FAIRHOPE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1 Alabama News
Fairhope Public Library officials accused of violating APLS rules; Citizens call for resignation of board chair

The Fairhope Public Library is under fire after being accused of violating new rules by the Alabama Public Library Service.

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Man arrested after Tuskegee mass shooting posted video of himself at the scene of the crime

Federal court documents reveal more information surrounding a deadly mass shooting that happened at Tuskegee University.

Allegiant Alabama News
Commercial airliner Allegiant signs on to Gulf Shores airport; Will offer six destinations

Allegiant Airlines will begin offering the first ever commercial flights from the airport in May 2025.

City of Fairhope Alabama News
Fairhope continues $78 million water infrastructure improvements after years of poor maintenance

The Fairhope City Council will consider several measures on Thursday as part of ongoing water upgrades to the city’s system.

Earthquake Alabama News
Walker County residents 'shook' after M 2.4 earthquake in Sipsey

Parts of North Alabama were rocked Monday evening by a magnitude 2.4 earthquake.

Tarrant Council Alabama News
'Why don’t you call me a ni---r?': Tarrant mayor spars with councilman over police chief

A heated meeting of the dysfunctional Tarrant City Council ended Monday with little action.

Photo Kings Towing and Recovery Alabama News
Growing concerns for crash responders in Alabama, including tow truck drivers, police, EMS

This week, Alabama is reminding drivers to pay attention to all crash responders, including tow truck drivers, law enforcement and EMS. November 18 – 22 is Crash Responder Safety Week.

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