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City of Loxley implements software to allow 911 callers to livestream video

The city of Loxley invested in a new software program that leaders believe will help with response times and investigations.

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Retired Mo Brooks spending time with grandchildren but feels ‘really bad for my country’

As of noon Tuesday, Mo Brooks was retired from the U.S. House of Representatives. He is now focusing on family and enjoying life at the lake in Guntersville. But after representing Alabama’s Fifth Congressional District for five terms, he will likely stay aware of what’s going on in Washington.

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State of emergency declared in St. Clair County over underground landfill fire

The St. Clair County Commission declared a state of emergency Tuesday regarding an underground landfill fire that was first reported in late November.

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Second day of year brings more violence to Mobile after NYE shooting

As police continued investigating a shooting that claimed one life and injured nine just before the Moon Pie Drop in downtown Mobile, more shootings have been reported throughout the city.

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Alabama authorities deal with rise in catalytic converter thefts

A rash of catalytic converter thefts that has been plaguing states across the U.S. has reportedly made its way to Alabama.

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Severe storms, tornadoes and large hail possible Tuesday as scattered system moves into Alabama

The entire state of Alabama is at risk for severe storms Tuesday into early Wednesday. Strong tornadoes, damaging winds and large hail are possible.

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Soda fountain shop in Foley offering 10-cent coffee and that 'Olde Tyme' feeling

The moment you walk through the doors of Stacey’s Olde Tyme Soda Fountain in Foley, you are transported to a simpler time. The days when a cup of coffee was 10 cents and you could sit and talk about life and politics with your neighbor. There was always a familiar face and a soda jerk with a smile.

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From murder to a love-fueled jail escape and policy in Alabama: Here are your top five crime stories from 2022

Alabama is known for its quaint and quiet towns, country roads and beautiful mountains, lakes and beaches. But beyond those peaceful scenes are violent, unthinkable acts happening before our eyes. Alabama lawmakers and law enforcement agencies are battling homegrown crime daily and in 2022, they were very busy.

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South Alabama lawmakers to introduce bills to fight fentanyl epidemic that's 'killing so many people’

The opioid epidemic continues to claim lives nationwide, and law enforcement and lawmakers in south Alabama are working together to act.

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'Forrest Gump' and 'Sweet Home Alabama' actor dies on Christmas Day

An Alabama man that appeared in more than 30 movies and TV series and worked as a professor at UAB died on Christmas day at the age of 87.

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JSU law enforcement training program celebrates 50 years in business

This month, a program used statewide to train law enforcement officers celebrated 50 years. On December 7, the founders of the Northeast Alabama Law Enforcement Academy gathered to celebrate.

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Hoover Police share 15 tips to protect your information while shopping online

The Hoover Police Department shared several tips on how to protect your wallet online:

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Utah lawmaker hopes to mirror Alabama's law on transgender treatment

A doctor who is also a Republican lawmaker in Utah has introduced a bill mirroring Alabama's Vulnerable Child Compassion and Protection Act.

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Sludge dump from dog food manufacturing plant could relocate after complaints from Calhoun County residents

The dumping of waste from a dog food manufacturer in Calhoun County is causing a big stink in a subdivision near White Plains.

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Police warn of thieves monitoring Christmas trash for an easy opportunity

With all of the goodies you received this Christmas, comes a lot of trash. There are wrapping paper scraps, gift bags and boxes. But disposing of those items could be an invite for thieves, police say.

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Huntsville nurses walk to work after being stranded on impassible roadways

A social media post is going viral after nurses were seen walking to work Monday after hazardous road conditions left them stranded.

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Autauga County Sheriff Joe Sedinger dies unexpectedly

The Autauga County Sheriff's Office announced on Monday the sudden death of Sheriff Joe Sedinger.

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Residents in east Alabama experiencing 'major' water shortage due to low level on Alabama Power lake and 'major' leak

Some people in east Alabama are quickly running out of water, causing panic as utility companies work to respond.

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Underground fire continues to burn at Moody landfill

The Moody Fire Department is monitoring a large landfill fire that is causing smoke to fill the air for miles.

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Groundbreaking for Blanket Fort Hope Children’s Home signals beginning of life-saving hope for trafficking survivors

This Christmas, children who have survived sex trafficking can have more hope thanks to a non-profit in Shelby County.

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Political powerhouse for over 50 years continues to impact policy through activism and true love of country and state

It was during a study group in the late 1960s that a newlywed couple had an experience that would change both of their lives and the future of Alabama. Albert Lee and Eunie Smith had only been married a year and for the most part, was an average, young couple, going about their days enjoying life and each other.

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Alabama Supreme Court sides with Baldwin County in dispute with Gulf Shores over one-cent sales tax

The Alabama Supreme Court affirmed the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by Gulf Shores City Schools (GSCS) asking for a share of a one-cent sales tax that goes to schools in Baldwin County.

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Hard freeze tonight across Alabama; Flurries, wintry mix possible in northern part of the state

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued several warnings, watches and advisories across the state of Alabama ahead of an arctic blast that is expected to bring along a hard freeze and strong winds Thursday evening.

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Homeless man sleeping in Huntsville dumpster saved after garbage truck pickup

A homeless man sleeping inside a dumpster got a rude awakening Monday when a garbage collection truck came around.

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Daphne special school tax increase set to go into effect in Jan. 1

Property owners in Daphne will soon be paying more taxes after voters approved a special school tax last August.

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Former Jefferson County Constable Jonathan Barbee arrested on ethics and tax charges

A former Jefferson County constable has been accused of evading taxes and using his position to pay family members.

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Culinary teacher accused of having sexual contact with student in Baldwin County

The Robertsdale Police Department announced the arrest of a teacher following a lengthy investigation into possible sexual contact between the suspect and a student.

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