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Amtrak groundbreaking Alabama News
Amtrak Mardi Gras Service starts route between Mobile and New Orleans next week

Amtrak's new "Mardi Gras Service" route will begin on August 18.

Ralph Dawes Alabama News
Retired Scottsboro police chief Ralph Dawe dies

The Scottsboro Police Department is mourning the loss of "one of its most respected leaders."

Matyko Alabama News
Second ALEA K9 dies this month; K9 Matyko remembered as trusted partner

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) announced the death of another K9.

BALDWIN COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE Alabama News
Family of four found shot, killed inside Daphne home; Baldwin County Sheriff suspects murder-suicide

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent triple murder/suicide in Daphne in an otherwise quiet and safe neighborhood, where the sheriff says people are proud to live.

Arrest Made Terance Alexander Alabama News
Birmingham murder suspect back behind bars after mistakenly released on bond

The Birmingham Police Department re-arrested a murder suspect on Wednesday after a court mistakenly allowed him to post bond and be released.

Ben Harrison Alabama News
'It’s been one of the greatest honors of my life': State Rep. Ben Harrison announces reelection bid

State Rep. Ben Harrison (R-Elkmont) announced Wednesday he will seek another term representing District 2.

Malachi Ligon Alabama News
Prichard police officer accused of withholding suspect’s phone from evidence, texting images

The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Prichard police officer after detectives said he withheld evidence during an arrest.

4 Q0 A7457 Alabama News
1819 News presents Orange Beach Mayoral Debate; Incumbent Mayor Tony Kennon vs. challenger Jeff Boyd (Full Video)

Over 1,000 people attended the Orange Beach mayoral debate at the Orange Beach Event Center on Tuesday evening.

Orange Beach Mayoral Debate (Erica Thomas) Alabama News
Orange Beach mayoral debate hosted by 1819 News — Kennon, Boyd go head-to-head in heated debate

The rain did not stop over 1,000 people from showing up for the highly-anticipated Orange Beach Mayoral debate Tuesday.

Hawkins Alabama News
Mobile man facing child porn, bestiality charges after tips from national network

The Mobile Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a man in connection with a child pornography case.

crime scene Alabama News
Mobile police make arrest in deadly stabbing

The Mobile Police Department announced on Monday the arrest of a man in connection with a stabbing that claimed the life of a woman.

Spiro Cheriogotis Alabama News
Mobile mayoral candidate Spiro Cheriogotis defends campaign ad telling personal story of father's conviction

Mobile mayoral candidate Spiro Cheriogotis is responding to scrutiny over a new ad where he claimed his father was sent to prison for defending himself.

ALABAMA WEATHER NETWORK Alabama News
Weather landscape in Alabama changes with launch of James Spann’s Alabama Weather Network

The Alabama Weather Network, with chief meteorologist James Spann, launched Monday with hundreds of fans watching.

U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile). Photo: Erica Thomas. Alabama News
Jerry Carl files for congressional run amid Moore for Senate rumors

Former U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) has filed with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) to run once more for Congressional District 1.

ICW Bridge Gulf Shores Alabama News
Intracoastal Waterway closed for daily bridge work this week

The U.S. Coast Guard announced the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) will be closed each day this week to allow for bridge work.

Benny Evans Alabama News
'It'd be cheaper to die': Bedridden Limestone County man hit with $30,000 bill after insurance stops paying

Benny Evans has been bedridden at his home in Goodsprings for 12 years. After dealing with medical coverage issues, he has a story to tell that he hopes will serve as a warning.

Mobile police Alabama News
People injured, multiple vehicles shot in downtown Mobile

The Mobile Police Department is investigating the injury of two people and the shooting of multiple vehicles in downtown early Sunday.

ALEA Alabama law enforcement Agency trooper Alabama News
Child killed in Madison County go-kart accident

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency responded to a fatal go-kart crash in Madison County Saturday evening.

Kenny Shafer Alabama News
UAB St. Vincent’s names Kenny Shafer CEO

With more than a decade of health system leadership and coming from Johnson City Medical Center, Kenny Shafer has been named the new CEO at University of Alabama (UAB) St. Vincent’s Birmingham.

Event Center Alabama News
Foley welcomes 4,000 educators for back to school gathering

The 2025 Baldwin County Public School System Staff Institute was held on Friday in Foley to welcome more than 4,000 educators back to school.

Gadsden Police investigating homicide (WBRC/screenshot) Alabama News
Baby found dead in hearse at Gadsden funeral home; Death investigated as homicide

The Gadsden Police Department is investigating after a baby was found dead in a hearse on Saturday.

Tuskegee Alabama News
Group of thieves rush Tuskegee store, fill carts in massive retail theft

The Tuskegee Police Department arrested 10 of 11 suspects in connection with an organized retail theft.

Hollis Davidson III (Auburn Football) Alabama News
AU freshman tight end arrested on drug-related offense in Georgia

Just weeks before the Auburn Tigers kick off a new season, a third player has been arrested this offseason.

James Thomas Meyer Alabama News
Illinois child sex assault fugitive captured in Alabama

The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man wanted in a child sex assault case out of Illinois.

Terrance Lakeith Pryor, Jr. Alabama News
Man arrested in Jefferson County after attempting to shoot into school bus, officials say

A man is facing multiple charges after authorities said he attempted to shoot into an occupied school bus in Jefferson County.

Alabama Supreme Court Alabama News
Alabama Supreme Court brief filed in contested Conecuh County sheriff's race

Attorneys for Mike Blackmon have filed a brief in the Alabama Supreme Court, appealing a lower court judgment dismissing the contested Conecuh County sheriff’s race.

Martinez Alabama News
Leeds police chief blasts AL(dot)com for reporting 'false narrative’ on ICE arrest

Leeds Police Chief Paul Irwin released a statement Thursday after a story on AL(dot)com story suggested the police department pulled over an illegal immigrant for driving one mile per hour over the speed limit, then contacted ICE.

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