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First baby placed in Alabama baby box just 12 days after installation

A baby girl was surrendered Monday to a newly installed baby box in Madison.

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Lawmakers host Baldwin County fraud summit to warn elderly of rampant scams

Three Baldwin County lawmakers came together Tuesday to warn citizens about scams targeting the elderly and veterans in the community.

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‘There is no work ethic like a veteran’s work ethic’: Job expo planned for Baldwin County veterans

Veterans in Baldwin County are invited to come out to the John F. Rhodes Civic Center in Bay Minette Friday for a job expo.

Danny Contreras Alabama News
Baldwin County deputy went for 'joyride' on city UTV after leaving bar, police say

Pensacola Police released details in the arrest of an off-duty Baldwin County deputy.

Sennett family Alabama News
'Alabama’s judicial system sucks': Son of murder victim wants justice to be served

The State of Alabama is preparing to execute Kenneth Eugene Smith on Thursday. If successful, it will be the first death by nitrogen hypoxia in the United States.

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Baldwin County deputy arrested for grand theft auto in Pensacola

The Baldwin County Sheriff's Office released few details in the arrest of one of its own.

Prison Alabama News
Bureau of Pardons & Paroles' Cam Ward: Mandatory release had nothing to do with attempted rape of woman in Foley

The attempted rape of a woman in Foley has the attention of lawmakers after city officials released a statement over the weekend blaming the state’s early release program on the incident.

Abney Brothers Alabama News
Foley attempted rape suspect, brother part of early release program back behind bars

Foley city officials say the early release program to relieve overcrowded prisons in Alabama could have cost one young lady her life after a horrifying incident in a city park last week.

War Eagle Supper Club bus Alabama News
The War Eagle Supper Club 'shot bus': Where is it now?

The War Eagle Supper Club was a staple in Auburn for decades. Generations of Auburn University students gathered at the popular night spot for over 70 years to make memories that for some, would last a lifetime, and for others, they wouldn’t recall the next day.

FOLEY SUSPECT Alabama News
Foley PD searching for attempted rape suspect; Victim randomly attacked while walking

The Foley Police Department is on the hunt for a suspect considered to be “dangerous and violent.”

Barin Field in Foley Alabama News
U.S. Navy pilot training site could get help from City of Foley

The City of Foley has sent a letter of intent to the U.S. Navy’s Whiting Field in Pensacola to expand an agreement concerning Barin Field.

Missing Child Alabama News
Case of missing child sparks concerns over sex offender fire chief in Barbour County

An online petition calling for the removal of a volunteer fire chief who is a convicted sex offender is gaining traction after the search for a missing child sparked debate in Barbour County.

Frozen pipes Alabama News
ADEM warning: Dripping faucets causing utility challenges; Boil water notices in place

During this week’s deep freeze across Alabama, many residents were concerned their water pipes could freeze, so they kept their faucets dripping. However, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) said the demand is straining utility companies.

Man lying on the floor, unconscious or dead due to drugs abuse, focus on fingers with pills stock photo Alabama News
Jefferson County averaging one suspected drug overdose a day in 2024

Just two and a half weeks into 2024, Jefferson County is already seeing more suspected drug overdose deaths than days of the year.

Businesses on the west side of Highway 59 were given gaps between barriers Alabama News
ALDOT project barriers harming Gulf Shores businesses; Barriers stop short to allow access to state-run ABC liquor store

Some businesses along a section of Highway 59 in Gulf Shores are asking the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to take notice and make changes before they are forced out of business due to a long-term project that got underway in July of 2023. They say since then, sales are down and anxiety is high.

Spot of Tea Alabama News
Mobile's Spot of Tea permanently closes following health department controversy — 'They've extorted me'

The Spot of Tea restaurant in Mobile has permanently closed and is for sale after it was shut down by the Mobile County Health Department multiple times.

Bahama Bobs Alabama News
Bahama Bob’s repairs underway; Owners hope to reopen before Spring Break

The owners of Bahama Bob’s Beach Side Café in Gulf Shores are hoping to reopen in March after a fire caused extensive damage to the building last summer.

Headquarters of United Nations (UN) in Geneva, Switzerland Alabama News
UN calls on Alabama to halt nitrogen gas execution: ‘Could amount to torture’

The United Nations Human Rights office released a statement urging Alabama to halt the nitrogen hypoxia execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith.

Caroleene Dobson Alabama News
U.S. House District 2 hopeful Caroleene Dobson draws attention, energizes crowd at Mobile GOP candidate forum

Monroe County native turned Birmingham attorney and mother of two Caroleene Dobson packed a punch in her five minutes, speaking about God, family and freedom. Her message resonated with the audience.

Courtroom with Gavel Alabama News
Mobile County DHR director denies discrimination claims in federal court filings

Mobile County Department of Human Resources director Stephanie Streeter denies all claims in a seven-count lawsuit against her and the Alabama DHR.

Dick Brewbaker Alabama News
Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn endorses Dick Brewbaker in AL-2 race: 'He walks the walk'

Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn endorsed former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker (R-Montgomery) in the race for Alabama's newly drawn second congressional district.

Alabama Capitol Alabama News
API releases 2024 BluePrint for Alabama: Plan for free markets, limited government, protection of families

The Alabama Policy Institute’s 2024 BluePrint for Alabama outlines 30 pressing issues for lawmakers to consider to enhance free markets, limit government and build strong families.

Migrants Alabama News
Border policy straining Alabama schools as migrant student numbers rise

While schools nationwide have been experiencing an influx of students due to record-level crossings at the U.S. southern border, it appears Alabama is also seeing increased numbers.

Mobile Community Peace Forum Alabama News
'We cannot arrest our way out of this culture of violence': Mobile Community Peace Forum reveals youth violence concerns

Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine said he believes a Community Peace Forum held Saturday was a success but he told 1819 News he hopes the momentum continues so the city’s youth has a fighting chance.

Chief Paul Prine Alabama News
Beards and Badges: Mobile PD loosens facial hair policy for trial period

You may have noticed Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine is looking a little different these days. For the first time in his nearly 30-year career in law enforcement, Prine has grown a mustache and beard. But he isn’t alone.

Satsuma HS Alabama News
Two South Alabama school systems celebrating making all A's on State Report Card

The Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) released the report card for the 2022 – 2023 school year in December to show what is working in schools and what needs improvement.

Eagle Forum of Alabama Alabama News
Eagle Forum applauds 11th Circuit lifting VCAP enforcement injunction

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently lifted an injunction on Alabama’s ban on transgender surgeries and hormone treatments for minors and Eagle Forum, along with Alabama Eagle Forum responded.

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