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Joe Cochran Alabama News
'It’s been just one absolutely magnificent life': Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran passes away following battle with ALS

Pinson Mayor Joe Cochran passed away Friday following a long battle with ALS.

Pickleball Alabama News
Pickleball injuries on the rise as paddle sport grows in popularity

With the popularity of pickleball growing across the nation, injuries from pickleball are also on the rise. There are an estimated 8.9 million pickleball players in the U.S.

Five Points South shooting Alabama News
Multiple suspected in Birmingham’s Five Points South mass shooting

Birmingham Police believe a shooting that left four people dead and at least 18 others injured Saturday night was targeted.

Thomasville Regional Medical Center AP Photo by Jay Reeves Alabama News
Thomasville Regional Medical Center closes due to staffing shortages

Thomasville Regional Medical Center (TRMC) suspended operations due to a staffing shortage and it is unclear if and when it will reopen.

Will Bryan Alabama News
Death of Muscle Shoals man ruled homicide in case of mistaken organ surgery

A criminal investigation could soon be underway after the medical examiner in the death of a man who died during surgery ruled the manner of death a homicide.

Steve Marshall Alabama News
'Elections matter': AG Marshall challenges immigration programs but says voting is the best defense

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall told 1819 News he has been watching immigration issues across the state in places like Sylacauga and Athens. While communities are being impacted by Biden administration policies, Marshall said attorneys general across the nation have a responsibility.

Scam Alert phone Alabama News
Cryptocurrency scam sends photos of your house in ‘sextortion’ scheme

Mobile Police Department public information officer Blake Brown said several people are getting email scams that appear personal and scary for victims.

Jack Burrell Alabama News
Mobile Bayway to be torn down to protect tolls on new bridge, not for environmental, safety purposes

Jack Burrell, the chairman of the Eastern Shore MPO, told 1819 News the $4 billion Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project is on track to break ground in 2025. Environmental studies and geotechnical services are still being performed and re-negotiations are underway with contractors for both phase one and phase two of the project.

Scottie Patillo Alabama News
Former Woodland High School athletic director charged with sexual contact by school employee, sex abuse

A former girls basketball coach and athletic director in east Alabama was arrested following a grand jury indictment.

William Carroll Alabama News
‘I’m fired up’: Mobile City Councilman William Carroll lashes out at parents concerned about pornographic material found in library

Mobile City Councilman William Carroll recently lashed out at parents concerned about pornographic material in the children's section of the Mobile Public Library, saying if parents don't want their children to see those books, then keep out.

John Cooper Photo Erica Thomas Alabama News
Criminal charge against ALDOT director John Cooper dismissed in Marshall County

The judge presiding over a criminal case for Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) director John Cooper dismissed the case Tuesday.

Caroleene Dobson endorsed by Manufacture Alabama Alabama News
Manufacture Alabama endorses Dobson in AL-2, citing her 'work ethic, energy and vision'

Alabama’s only manufacturing association committed to legislative, regulatory, operational and competitive interests has endorsed Caroleene Dobson in Alabama’s congressional district two race. Manufacture Alabama believes Dobson, a Montomery attorney, wife and mother of two, has what it takes to bring opportunity to the newly-drawn district.

Haitian refugees in Mexico Alabama News
Fairhope councilman declines to comment on refugee settlement position; State Rep. Jackson defends position: 'Only true Americans are Natives'

A letter sent to the Biden administration from the Welcoming Refugees campaign is gaining traction in Alabama after a Fairhope City Councilman and two State Representatives' names were attached to it.

State Sen Greg Albritton Alabama News
Albritton says Ivey 'gets even' concerning ADVA controversy, calls ALGOP gambling resolution 'short-sighted'

State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) addressed the Alabama Republican Party’s resolution to oppose the expansion of gambling, immigration concerns and controversy surrounding the Alabama Department of Veteran Affairs during the North Baldwin County Republican Women’s meeting Tuesday.

Baldwin County Commission Alabama News
Baldwin County to ask State for help protecting quality of life amid migrant influx

Baldwin County commissioner for District 1 Jeb Ball is working on a resolution to address an influx of migrants in the county.

Foley City Council Alabama News
Foley City Council votes to remove local sales tax on hearing aids to match state exemption

The Foley City Council approved a move Monday to discontinue the collection of sales tax on hearing aids.

Letter for Refugees Alabama News
Fairhope city councilman, two state reps committed to refugee resettlement in their communities; Request funds from Biden administration

State and local officials from all 50 states signed a letter to President Joe Biden asking for continued support for the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program. The letter states that the “majority of Americans across the country and across party lines support refugee resettlement.”

Internet Computer Alabama News
Ivey announces last round of ARPA-funded broadband internet expansion across the state

More high-speed internet is coming to a town near you after $42 million in grants were awarded.

Foley Police Department Alabama News
Foley teens arrested for making threats following incident at high school

The Foley Police Department arrested two teens Friday following social media posts that were threatening in nature.

Business owners want revitalization of Lenlock Center Alabama News
North Anniston business owners plead for revitalization of area surrounding Lenlock Center

The city has topped national “Most Dangerous City” lists and residents are now asking Anniston city leaders to step in and make a difference.

Fox Friends Alabama News
Calhoun County teen to Fox News: 'Without Christians in America taking a stand, we will falter'

Calhoun County teen and host of the “Fire and Freedom” podcast Caroline Joyous joined “Fox & Friends Sunday” to discuss religion among America’s younger generations.

Trump Stand 1 Alabama News
Trump mobile merch store finds success in Lower Alabama: 'Definitely Trump Country'

President Donald Trump fans unite in Foley at the corner of Highway 59 and County Road 12. The Trump mobile merch store has constant flow of consumers buying the latest Trump-Vance shirts, hats, keychains and trinkets.

Mobile Library Book William Carroll Alabama News
Mobile councilman compares sexual material in library's children section to the Holy Bible

A group of Mobile-area residents are concerned about inappropriate material in the children’s section of the library, and now they say the City is trying to stop them from talking about it.

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Alabama News
'You are the ultimate gatekeepers': AG Marshall addresses importance of voter integrity to Board of Registrars

Attorney General Steve Marshall addressed the Alabama Association of Boards of Registrars Friday in what he called their “Super Bowl” season as they approach a presidential election.

Jim Heigl Alabama News
Sylacauga Mayor Heigl urges 'keyboard warriors' to calm down, says media misrepresented contentious meeting over Haitian migrants

Sylacauga Jim Heigl blamed others but not himself for the lack of communication concerning a recent influx of Haitian migrants. He appeared Thursday morning on “Daybreak” with Jimmy Dale, a news show featuring local stories from WOTM.

NOAA Alabama News
NOAA forecast operations, aid money disrupted by DOC system failure in 2023

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) joined four other senators in Washington, demanding answers in reference to the disastrous implementation of a new financial management system by the Department of Commerce.

Brewbaker and Dobson Alabama News
Brewbaker endorses Dobson following tense primary run-off, warns of 'nightmarish' outcome if Republicans don't get out to vote

Republican nominee for Alabama’s second congressional district Caroleene Dobson said she is thankful for her former opponent former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker’s (R-Montgomery) support and friendship.

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