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Rainbow Omega house Alabama News
‘We wish everyone had a rainbow’: Rainbow Omega offers hope until the end for adults living with disabilities

In 1991, Stentson and Dianne Carpenter took matters into their own hands. Their son, Christopher, was living with special needs and after years of worrying about his care, they wanted to ensure those needs were met.

1819 Coastal 14 Alabama News
COASTAL Orange Beach: Breathtaking views, chef-inspired dishes and a vacation for your vacation

A stunning view of the Gulf of Mexico and a menu to please all your taste buds is exactly what you can expect at Orange Beach’s newest restaurant.

Gulf Shores Shooting Alabama News
Bond denied for Gulf Shores shooting suspect; Case bound over to grand jury

The man arrested for a March 27 shooting near The Hangout restaurant and Gulf Place in Gulf Shores was denied bond.

Vote Here sign voting election by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Special election dates set to replace former State Rep. Plump after criminal charges filed

The dates for the Alabama House District 55 special election have been decided. The seat was vacated after State Rep. Fred Plump, Jr. (D-Fairfield) resigned in May.

Rick Bubba Alabama News
‘Rick & Bubba’ talk COVID ‘propaganda’ and resistance to Wuhan speculation

Rick Burgess and Bill “Bubba” Bussey of the “Rick & Bubba Show” discussed how questioning the U.S. government’s stance on COVID-19 has been mocked and ridiculed. Now, they say more evidence is emerging that some of the so-called conspiracies may actually be true.

ALDOT Director John Cooper mug shot Alabama News
‘He threatened to shoot me’: Man who pressed charges against ALDOT director John Cooper details harassment claim

A man who says he just wants to enjoy his property is now in the middle of a legal battle with the director of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT). But the property dispute is not over state-owned land, it’s over personal property and now criminal charges are involved.

Fentanyl, drugs Alabama News
Ivey signs wrong version of fentanyl bill, putting law on hold

A bill passed this session to allow prosecutors to charge fentanyl distributors with felony manslaughter in connection to overdose deaths is on hold after Gov. Kay Ivey signed the wrong version of the bill.

Michael Alabama News
Attorney for Randolph County teen who killed parents 21 years ago now blames DHR for failing to respond to 'cries for help'

The attorney for a man who killed his parents in Rock Stand over 20 years ago said his client paid the price for a flawed system.

LGBTQ+ event, ADAH Alabama News
Alabama Department of Archives and History hosting 'Alabama’s LGBTQ+ History' event — 'Invisible No More'

The Alabama Department of Archives and History is hosting a luncheon this week to hear about Alabama’s LGBTQ history.

Charlie Townsend Alabama News
Alabama corrections officer arrested on drug, contraband charges

The Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) announced Tuesday that a corrections officer resigned after being arrested on three criminal charges.

Weather risk Alabama News
Hazardous weather expected across Alabama Tuesday evening into Thursday

The National Weather Service in Birmingham has issued a hazardous weather outlook for much of central Alabama for the next couple of days.

Wilson Lamar Hill Jr Alabama News
Dadeville shooting suspect decries Aniah’s Law detention 'unconstitutional'; State Rep. Brown disputes claim

The attorney representing one of the suspects in the Dadeville Sweet 16 shooting claimed her client should have been given a bond because Aniah’s Law is unconstitutional.

Mobile west Alabama News
Mobile annexation vote to be held July 18; City launches website to answer questions

Residents west of the city of Mobile will vote on July 18 on an annexation plan approved by the city council.

ALDOT Director John Cooper mug shot Alabama News
ALDOT director John Cooper arrested in Marshall County for harassment; UPDATE: Cooper attorney responds

The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the arrest of John Cooper, the director of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT).

Alabama car Alabama News
Car with Alabama tag center of search in connection to Detroit fatal hit-and-run

Police in Detroit are looking for the driver of a vehicle with an Alabama license plate that they say was involved in a deadly hit-and-run.

Matthew McConaughey Alabama News
Harpersville Police: Matthew McConaughey visit not ‘an excuse for speeding’

The Harpersville Police Department used the Matthew McConaughey visit to Alabama as an opportunity for some comic relief on Monday.

RAFIQ BRADLEY Alabama News
Suspect in Gulf Shores shooting caught on camera up for bond reduction this week

The man arrested for a March 27 shooting near The Hangout restaurant and Gulf Place in Gulf Shores will have a bond hearing this week.

Michael Mc Lendon Alabama News
Mississippi lawmaker arrested for DUI in Baldwin County

Mississippi Sen. Michael McLendon (R-Hernando) is facing a charge of driving under the influence after an arrest in Baldwin County on June 5.

Mobile Police Department Headquarters. Photo: Erica Thomas Alabama News
Mobile police chief hopes decrease in violent crime will overshadow 'egregious' and 'erroneous' report by national and local media

The city of Mobile continues to fight the perception that the city is one of the most dangerous in the nation after incorrect crime numbers were submitted to the FBI and ended up in reports nationwide.

Birmingham Homicide Alabama News
Weekend shooting at Birmingham house party leaves one dead; Over 100 shell casings found on scene

The Birmingham Police Department is asking for information in connection to a homicide that happened over the weekend.

Orange Beach Alabama News
Alabama tourism dollars more than double in 10 years; Orange Beach mayor says city has been 'blessed'

The Alabama Tourism Department is celebrating the economic impact of the state’s travel and tourism industry. New numbers show tourism dollars have more than doubled in Sweet Home Alabama over the past decade.

Vicky White and Casey White Alabama News
Casey White, who escaped with Lauderdale County corrections officer Vicky White, given life sentence

The prisoner who escaped from Lauderdale County with a corrections officer, prompting a nationwide manhunt, was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Thursday. The sentence was part of a plea deal.

Jefferson Domestic Relation Court Alabama News
Federal lawsuit alleges racketeering scheme in Jefferson County court drags out cases to increase profits

A federal civil lawsuit against 46 defendants, including Jefferson County Domestic Relations Court judges, claims there is a widespread and sophisticated racketeering scheme taking place.

Joran van der Sloot Alabama News
Not guilty plea in case of Joran van der Sloot; Natalee Holloway's mother in courtroom

Joran van der Sloot pleaded not guilty in a Jefferson County court Friday to charges of extortion and wire fraud.

Joran Van der Sloot Alabama News
Joran van der Sloot booked into Hoover City Jail

Eighteen years after the disappearance of Mountain Brook teen Natalee Holloway, the suspect in her death has been extradited to Alabama to face charges in connection to the case.

Cathedral Basilica Of The Immaculate Conception Alabama News
Prayer event at Cathedral in Mobile to address 'spiritual battle' through prayer and love

A prayer event Thursday in Mobile is aiming to bring together people of faith and allow for the power of prayer to be felt throughout the city.

ROY BROOK 2 Alabama News
Missing U.S. flag located after Alabama’s ‘flag guy’ lost it during trip

Roy Brook, the Alabama man who started the “American Flag Project,” will soon be reunited with his United States flag.

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