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WEDDING POLICE ARREST Alabama News
Couple spends honeymoon in jail after Abbeville Police find ecstasy, marijuana in vehicle

After being arrested on their wedding night, a couple spent their first night of marriage in the Henry County Jail.

Joslyn Campbell Alabama News
Emergency Missing Child Alert issued for 6-year-old in Springville

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) issued an Emergency Missing Child Alert Monday for Joslyn Marie Campbell out of Springville.

Gun concealed Constitutional Permitless Carry Taurus firearm by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Baldwin County Sheriff says pistol permit revenue loss 'not that big of a deal'

With a nearly $40 million annual budget, the Baldwin County Sheriff's Office won't miss the approximately $500,000 generated from concealed carry permits when the state rings in permitless carry along with the new year.

Blount County Sheriff's Office. Photo: Erica Thomas. Alabama News
'Kill me dead' — Suspect taunts police before deadly shooting in Blount County

After six verbal commands from the officers, the suspect refused to put down the weapon, and both the deputy and the officer shot him.

Bay Minette Middle School Alabama News
Two middle schoolers arrested in connection to active shooter hoax call in Bay Minette

Two middle school students in south Alabama are facing serious criminal charges after a fake claim there was an active shooter at their school.

Stephen "tWitch" Boss Alabama News
Alabama native and former 'Ellen' DJ Stephen 'tWitch' Boss dies at 40

Famous dancer, producer and actor Stephen “tWitch” Boss died Monday in Los Angeles. Police said the 40-year-old committed suicide.

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1985 murder conviction upheld for man who killed wife in Covington County

The murder conviction of Charles C. McCrory, 64, of Andalusia, was upheld by the Court of Criminal Appeals on December 9.

marijuana pills Alabama News
Mobile approves medical marijuana dispensaries despite pleas to keep them out of city limits

The city of Mobile has joined other municipalities across the state in allowing for medical marijuana dispensaries within city limits.

Gulf Shores City Schools Alabama News
Gulf Shores City Schools leaders give State of the Schools address, touting top 10 ranking in first two years of operation

The goal is to “make waves,” and if that’s possible for a school system, the Gulf Shores City Schools system has reached that goal. With only three years under its belt, the system is well on its way to being the best in Alabama.

Gulf Shores Alabama News
City of Gulf Shores votes to increase paid-parking up to $15 at beaches despite threat of crippling restaurant's business

The city council of Gulf Shores passed an ordinance to amend its beach parking ordinance but some business owners said the changes could be bad for business.

Gulf Shores Alabama News
City of Gulf Shores proposing to increase beach parking rates in order to keep up with increase in upkeep

Beachgoers could soon see changes to parking in Gulf Shores. The city is considering an amendment to its beach parking ordinance that would increase daily rates, add paid parking in three areas, eliminate some four-hour parking options, and expand paid parking times.

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West Nile Virus detected in chicken at coop in Mobile County

The Mobile County Health Department (MCHD) confirmed a case of the West Nile Virus (WNV) in a sentinel chicken.

Storm lightning by David Moum Alabama News
NWS warns severe storms, floods and isolated tornadoes possible Wednesday

The National Weather Service (NWS) is monitoring a cold front that could impact Alabama on Wednesday.

Police line Alabama News
Mobile police search for man who shot 12-year-old boy and small dog

The Mobile Police Department is investigating after a 12-year-old was injured in a shooting that killed his dog.

Kevin Newton speaks on the Echo Stop Live podcast Alabama News
Former gang member speaks to Mobile Police about redemption: 'I got ... Jesus'

He is a former gang member who has been shot and stabbed but he says now God is inspiring him to do better and make a difference.

Police siren lights by Erica Thomas Alabama News
Self-proclaimed Alabama man arrested for 'slavery'-type human smuggling from Mexico

A man who says he's from Huntsville will likely be sent back to Mexico after a crash that revealed he was driving Mexican nationals to different states for work and forcing them to pay him, police say.

Rooster chicken David Brooke Martin unsplash com Alabama News
Verbena family members sentenced in connection to one of the largest cockfighting operations in the country

Multiple family members were sentenced Tuesday in connection to a large-scale cockfighting operation.

Ledbetter Alabama News
House Speaker-designate Ledbetter announces second round of House committee chairmanship picks

House Speaker-designate Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) announced more committee appointments to come with the pending election to the Alabama House of Representatives speakership next month.

Hartselle High School from HHS website Alabama News
Remote learning, COVID masking, 'inclusion of ideological curricula' among parent concerns of new Hartselle City Schools superintendent candidate

An online petition protesting the hiring process for a new superintendent for Hartselle City Schools has over 400 signatures. Parents and community members said the process has not included public input and they do not feel all of the qualified candidates have been thoroughly considered. Furthermore, they believe the rushed process could lead to a superintendent with extreme social views because they have not heard questions answered in a public manner.

Valley Alabama News
82-year-old woman arrested by Valley Police for not paying trash bill

The Valley Police Department arrested an 82-year-old woman after she didn’t show up for court on charge of failure to pay a solid waste fee.

Cullman Alabama News
Cullman County can issue bail again after five-year court battle

Cullman County hasn't been able to issue bonds since 2017 due to a lawsuit claiming the bail system was unconstitutional. Those arrested have since been able to sign themselves out of jail without paying. The 11th Circuit's decision to lift the injunction means the county won its case and can now protect the public from criminal activity.

Iran flag Alabama News
North Alabama man accused in illegal scheme to export U.S. goods to Iran

A Madison County man faces up to 40 years in prison after being arrested in connection to an illegal scheme to export goods from the United States to Iran.

HOSPITAL UAB EMERGENCY ROOM AP Photo Jay Reeves Alabama News
'Sick season': Birmingham-area hospitals experiencing high volume — Doctors call on legislature to act

An early spike in flu this year is straining health care providers across the state. Birmingham-area hospitals are seeing higher volumes of patients in emergency departments and beds are filling up quickly.

PAPARAZZI CLUB MOBILE Alabama News
Four shot at Mobile nightclub over Thanksgiving weekend

A shooting over the holiday weekend at the Paparazzi Club in Downtown Mobile landed four victims in the hospital.

marijuana leaf held by doctor Alabama News
Mobile Council members walk out of meeting on medical marijuana as heated debate continues

The debate over whether to allow medical marijuana dispensaries within Mobile's city limits got heated Monday night resulting in council members walking out of the meeting.

Flu Alabama News
Two children dead from flu so far this season — Urgent care facilities seeing increases in flu, strep, COVID

Alabama is among the top five states in the United States with the highest rate of flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

VOTING MACHINE VOTE ELECTION TALLAPOOSA COUNTY Alabama News
Motion to Dismiss filed against Jefferson County election challenge on heels of election results certified by State Canvassing Board

The results from the November 8 General Election have been certified by the State Canvassing Board, despite a complaint filed in Jefferson County challenging election results and voting machine integrity.

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