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Mark Blankenship Alabama News
'It's easy for me': Ozark mayor running for second term

Blankenship said under his leadership, the city has seen more accomplishments than in any other cycle. He hopes to continue that trend.

HERNANDEZ Alabama News
Priceville man arrested for DUI had infant in vehicle, Priceville Police say

The Priceville Police Department said a DUI suspect had an infant in the vehicle with him when he was arrested.

Justin Stephens Alabama News
Man accused of posing as girl’s father to check her out of school pleads not guilty in rape case

A Kentucky man accused of traveling to Alabama to have sex with a teenager pleaded not guilty to multiple charges.

Dr. Jordan Vaughn. Alabama News
Birmingham's Dr. Jordan Vaughn debunks COVID 'misinformation' on Capitol Hill

Dr. Jordan Vaughn, founder and CEO of Birmingham’s MedHelp, founder of the Microvascular Research Foundation and co-founder of the Concerned Doctors organization, testified Wednesday to the U.S. Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations about COVID-19 vaccine injuries. The subcommittee also asked questions about government transparency and trust surrounding the vaccines.

Tyus and Jackson Alabama News
Suspects arrested in shooting of nine-month-old, two-year-old in Tallassee

The Tallassee Police Department has arrested two men in connection with a triple shooting that occurred on Monday.

Tracy Walker Alabama News
Mobile County teacher arrested after four-year-old placed in ICU for high blood alcohol content

The teacher of a four-year-old student at Collins-Rhodes Elementary was arrested after the child was placed in ICU for days following an incident with alcohol.

Ozark Charles Ward Alabama News
Ozark public safety director, police chief announces run for mayor

Ozark's director of public safety and police chief, Charles Ward, announced he is running for mayor.

Strickland Alabama News
Human remains likely those of missing Autumn Stickland, Florence PD says

The Florence Police Department discovered remains that it believes are those of a woman reported missing on May 18.

KEITH BLAND Alabama News
Dothan High School principal leaving for Geneva County after three years

The Dothan City Board of Education will search for a new high school principal for the 2025-26 school year after Dr. Keith Bland submitted his resignation this week.

Gas prices pump Alabama News
Cheap gas is back! Lowest Memorial Day prices in four years

The week following President Donald Trump's inauguration, political opponents asked, "Where are the lower gas prices?" Well, according to GasBuddy, they are here.

shooting bullets glass police line Alabama News
Tallassee police investigating after three shot, including two juveniles

The Tallassee Police Department is asking for information on a triple shooting that happened Monday.

Samatha Ingram Alabama News
Former Mobile County Public Schools superintendent challenging William Carroll for Mobile City Council seat

 Samantha Ingram, former deputy superintendent for Mobile County Public Schools, announced she is running for Mobile City Council in District 2.

Bill Appling Alabama News
Former Mobile police detective running for city council: ‘I’m running to make sure our neighborhoods are safe’

Safety is at the forefront of the minds of Mobilians and that is why former Mobile police detective Bill Appling is running for City Council District 4.

Matthew Delaney Alabama News
Mobile man shot while sitting on porch, talking on phone; Family says phone may have saved his life

The family of an innocent man shot while sitting in front of his Mobile home says his survival is nothing short of a miracle.

Cindy Myrex Alabama News
ALFA endorses Cindy Myrex to fill Harbison House seat

The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Alabama House of Representatives candidate Cindy Myrex in her run to fill the District 12 seat.

Foley Timothy Lower Alabama News
Foley City Council candidate wants to explore city school system, help city 'grow and thrive'

Businessman and entrepreneur Timothy Lower has announced he will run for the District 2 seat of the Foley City Council. His goals include improving "Main Street" Foley and exploring the establishment of a city school system.

fentanyl, drugs, opioids Alabama News
Final chapter of ‘dangerous drug trafficking network’ from Birmingham to Oxford closed

The third and final defendant in a drug network case was sentenced this week.

Train crash railroad crossing Alabama News
Motorcyclist killed in train collision; Speed believed to be factor

A Trinity man was killed instantly when his motorcycle was hit by a train in Decatur.

Bugwholovestohug Alabama News
Orange Beach author writing 'The Adventures of Kazoo and Gus' series to teach character-building lessons

An Orange Beach businessman-turned-author has published the first in a series of children's books that teach faith-based life lessons.

Mary Soto Alabama News
Morgan County mother placed twins in box after giving birth, police say; Babies tested positive for meth

A woman gave birth to twins in the Aladdin Trailer Park of Lacey’s Spring, and placed them on ice in a box, according to court documents.

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson Alabama News
Ivey signs joint resolution honoring Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson

Governor Kay Ivey recognized Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson Thursday with a joint resolution highlighting his years of dedicated service.

PASTOR TRAVIS JOHNSON Alabama News
'We can do better': Lawmakers need to 'figure it out' after failing to pass bill banning LGBTQ ideology in schools, Mobile pastor says

Pathway Church pastor Travis Johnson delivered a stern message Friday night during a live broadcast of FlashPoint Live from Mobile.

Jordan Vaughn Alabama News
Birmingham's MedHelp founder Jordan Vaughn to testify on Capitol Hill on corruption surrounding COVID-19 vaccine recommendations

Dr. Jordan Vaughn, founder and CEO of MedHelp, founder of the Microvascular Research Foundation and co-founder of the Concerned Doctors organization, will testify to the U.S. Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations next week.

Mike Mc Millan Alabama News
Spanish Fort Mayor Michael McMillan to seek re-election

Spanish Fort Mayor Michael McMillan announced he will seek a fourth term.

SHARK Alabama News
Massive pregnant bull shark caught off Alabama coast

An estimated 560-pound, 10-foot bull shark was caught off the coast of Alabama in early May.

FlashPoint Live at Pathway Church in Mobile. Alabama News
Watch: Pathway Church Mobile welcomes FlashPoint Live; Pastor Travis Johnson vows to stand for Jesus over radical ideology

Mobile pastor Travis Johnson shared his powerful testimony to the nation Thursday night during a live broadcast of FlashPoint Live, streamed live from Pathway Church.

Vestavia Hills Alabama News
‘You had one job’: Vestavia Hills contacting Jefferson County to fix roadway typo

Vestavia Hills city staff is feverishly working to have a striping error fixed after repairs on U.S. 31.

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