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Kay Ivey Alabama News
Ivey admin on Baldwin County beach bridge record suppression: Balance in public information necessary for ‘efficiently run government’

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey’s office responded to a media request Tuesday concerning the legal battle between a toll bridge company and the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT).

DRUG  DRUGS NEEDLE HEROIN FENTANYL DOPE SYRINGE Alabama News
Jefferson County Coroner says drug overdoses continue to rise despite resources

The Jefferson County Coroner is highly concerned about drug overdose, and he says while there is a homicide issue in the county, drug overdoses are much more common. He warns the impact is more far-reaching.

David Platta Alabama News
Former WTVM sports broadcaster in legal battle after ‘life devastated’ by COVID vaccine mandate

It was in the fall of 2021 when WTVM Sports anchor Dave Platta was heading up a busy team at the beginning of football season. But on Sept. 15, 2021, it all came to an end when Platta was fired for “not complying with company policy” by refusing to get the COVID shot.

Amtrak train photo by Associated Press Alabama News
Amtrak to test Gulf Coast route this week after 18 years of no passenger-rail service between Mobile and New Orleans

Amtrak will begin test routes between Mobile and New Orleans after the settlement of a long-running dispute between Amtrak, freight rail carriers and the Alabama Port Authority.

ALDOT BRIDGE PROPOSAL GULF SHORES ORANGE BEACH Alabama News
Ivey attempting to suppress communications between her office, ALDOT in Baldwin Co. bridge lawsuit discovery, says plaintiff

Less than a week after Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed an executive order for transparency within state agencies, she filed a motion requesting to protect communications, including emails and text messages, between her office and the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT).

UAB Alabama News
Report claims UAB made $12.1 billion impact on Alabama in 2022

UAB is the most significant single contributor to the Alabama economy and the leading generator of jobs, according to a new study by Tripp Umbach.

Glock Switch 1 Alabama News
What are Glock switches? Why are we hearing about them now? Law enforcement officials argue Alabama needs new law

Law enforcement officials across Alabama have seen an increase in illegal modifications on pistols for years, but the Glock switch modification has recently become a top concern. A Glock switch is a tiny device placed on a Glock semi-automatic pistol to make it function as a fully automatic firearm.

chickens Alabama News
Cooptastic conference to offer tips for backyard poultry growing in Alabama

With the recent increase in egg prices across the country, the Alabama Cooperative Extension System is offering a little help to get residents started on starting their own chicken coops.

controlled burn Alabama News
USDA to conduct prescribed burns of over 110,500 acres in Alabama's national forests; Heavy smoke expected

The agency sent out a warning saying the public will notice smoke in some areas.

US House of Rep Moore Barry Facebook Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Moore: 'Accountability is coming' on Biden border policy

Moore told Newsmax that fentanyl, which is killing Americans on a daily basis, is bleeding into the United States because of insecure borders.

State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Mobile). Alabama News
State Rep. Brown: Would now be a 'no' vote on 2021 prison release bill — 'Not what the governor sold to the legislature'

State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Mobile) said if he could go back again, he would when it comes to a 2021 law that allowed for the mass release of prisoners in Alabama.

LANDFILL FIRE 5 Alabama News
Rally planned at Alabama Capitol by those impacted by Moody landfill fire

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) said smoke from the Moody landfill fire has been neutralized by about 50%. They hope to have the fire out within the next month and within that time citizens plan to rally in Montgomery.

Steve Nodine Alabama News
'It was like the ogre and the princess': Steve Nodine reacts to Oxygen special featuring death of Angel Downs

Following an Oxygen Network special on the death of Angel Downs in Gulf Shores back in 2010, the man who stood trial for murder in connection to the case is speaking out, along with a juror that said she believed the high-profile defendant was innocent all along.

ALDI Regional Headquarters celebrated grand opening. Photo: Erica Thomas. Alabama News
ALDI Regional Headquarters opens facility in south Alabama to serve four states

Tuesday was a big day for the city of Loxley and Baldwin County. The ALDI Regional Headquarters and Distribution Center celebrated its grand opening.

Pic Alabama News
Ashville High School guidance counselor arrested for sex acts with student

The St. Clair County Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a school guidance counselor Monday in connection to an inappropriate relationship with a student.

ALABAMA BOOM MAP Alabama News
Still no answers on 'big boom' in south Alabama

No agencies have claimed responsibility for a big boom heard Friday across the coast of Alabama.

ANGEL DOWNS STEVE NODINE Alabama News
Oxygen show revisits the saga of former Mobile Co. Commissioner Steve Nodine and the death of Angel Downs

Nearly 13 years after the high-profile death of 45-year-old realtor Angel Downs in Gulf Shores, the true crime show “Accident, Suicide or Murder” on Oxygen featured her story.

MARION MILITARY INSTITUTE 2 Alabama News
Top-ranking two-year college Marion Military Institute makes lifelong impact on graduates and the world

Truth, Honor, Service. That’s the motto for Alabama’s unique and prized Marion Military Institute (MMI). The two-year college has been in operation since the mid-19th century and has produced some of the most elite in the United States armed services. However, MMI offers much more than a step in the door to the military.

Pizza Grace Alabama News
Alabama culinary scene gains three nominations for 2023 James Beard Awards

The James Beard Foundation announced the 2023 Restaurant and Chef Awards semifinalists and two Alabama restaurants and one Alabama chef are in the running.

Hidden Lakes at Bon Secour subdivision Alabama News
Hundreds hear and feel 'big boom and shake' in south Alabama

An unusual boom was felt and heard just after 11 a.m. Friday in south Alabama. Meteorologists, first responders and news media received hundreds of calls about the boom and shake from a widespread area.

K9 dog Alabama News
City of Foley selected to host police K9 competition; National Champion to be selected

A national police dog competition is coming to south Alabama in September and officers and their K9s around the U.S. are preparing for the big event.

Baldwin County Sheriffs Office Alabama News
Baldwin County deputies rescue teen with serious injuries from 'human trafficking operation'

A traffic stop in Baldwin County led to a horrifying discovery for deputies. Now, two people are facing charges in connection to what investigators believe was a human trafficking operation.

Farm fresh eggs for sale Alabama News
'Our food chain is broken': Foley farmer believes drastic increase in egg prices is a hoax, and she's not alone

Egg prices continue to soar after a record price jump in 2022. Industry leaders have blamed avian influenza and feed prices as reasons to drastically increase prices.

Blount County Sheriff's Office. Photo: Erica Thomas. Alabama News
Blount County Sheriff's Office asks for prayers and support after 'catastrophic day'

The Blount County Sheriff is asking for prayers after what he called a catastrophic day for the sheriff's office Tuesday.

Foley Police Department Alabama News
Woman arrested in Foley after incident involving pepper spray and K9 search

A Foley woman is facing a felony charge after police say she tracked down a man she met at a store, sprayed him with pepper spray and fled into the woods.

Mike Reynolds Alabama News
Poarch Band of Creek Indians Chief of Police laid to rest after sudden and unexpected death

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians Chief of Police was laid to rest Tuesday.

American Airlines planes Alabama News
NTSB preliminary report offers details in deadly Montgomery Regional Airport incident

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) detailed an incident that claimed the life of a Montgomery Regional Airport employee on New Year’s Eve.

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