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Operation Jamaican Knights nets four arrests in Foley

Multiple agencies worked an operation Friday in Baldwin County leading to four arrests.

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Allen Mendenhall: Shaping the influencers through lasting conservative principles

While the ballot box has its season and the campaign trail its purpose, there remains this other, quieter necessity: the patient cultivation of ideas, like gardeners tending delicate shoots that may not flower for years.

Sid Trant Alabama News
University of Alabama System board appoints Sid J. Trant as permanent chancellor — ‘He is a tested and trusted leader’

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees today appointed Sid J. Trant as chancellor of the University of Alabama (UA) System, granting him a permanent spot after serving as interim chancellor for nearly a year.

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Bill requiring parental consent for vaccines clears first committee hurdle, heads to House floor

The Alabama House Judiciary Committee advanced legislation on Thursday that would require parental consent before administering vaccines to minors.

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2026 Attorney General field takes shape

Although it is the very preliminary stage of the 2026 election cycle, some of the contests for statewide offices are beginning to take shape, including the race for attorney general.

Auburns Denver Jones Alabama News
No. 1 Auburn set for top 10 showdown against No. 6 Florida 

Coming off a decisive 98-70 win over Oklahoma on Tuesday, the top-ranked Auburn Tigers are set to host another top 10 showdown with No. 6 Florida making the trip to Neville Arena on Saturday. 

Lance Bell Alabama News
State Sen. Lance Bell appointed as committee chairman

The Alabama Senate on Friday announced the appointment of State Sen. Lance Bell (R-Pell City) as chair of the Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Committee and other committee assignments.

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Auburn University Board of Trustees approves Jordan-Hare renovations

The Auburn University board of trustees approved Jordan-Hare Stadium updates at their February meeting.

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Laura Clark: The foundations of parental rights

The issue of parental rights is one of the greatest of our political time, for the line between the duties of the state and the duties of parents in relation to children is increasingly blurred.

Muralmardisbras Alabama News
Historic Albrizio murals moved as Mobile Civic Center is demolished

Two historic murals are being removed from the Mobile Civic Center and preserved.

Gov. Kay Ivey, State of the State address, 2/4/2025 Alabama News
MeeMaw, are you really telling us ‘exactly like it is’?

Amid lawmaker shoutouts and multiple mentions of the Dolly Parton Imagination Library, Gov. Kay Ivey made a peculiar declaration during her State of the State address on Tuesday.

Demetrius Frazier Alabama News
State carries out first execution of the year — 'Rapists and murderers are not welcome on our streets'

Alabama carried out its first execution of the year on Thursday evening, by putting Demetrius Frazier to death via nitrogen hypoxia for the 1991 rape and murder of a Birmingham woman.

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Alabama News
City of Montgomery lies in response to Museum of Fine Arts claims of ‘conflict’ with Mayor Steven Reed

In response to accusations from the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts board, the City of Montgomery denied allegations of wrongdoing by Mayor Steven Reed and his office while making false statements about 1819 News’ coverage of the controversy that brought this conflict to light.

Challenger Elementary Alabama News
Second grader's 'accidental discharge' of a gun at Huntsville Challenger Elementary under investigation

A child in second grade was in possession of a firearm when it accidentally discharged during afternoon dismissal.

Councilman_Casey_Middlebrooks Alabama News
Stressing 'transparency,' 'family values,' Hoover Councilman Casey Middlebrooks announces reelection bid

Hoover City Councilman Casey Middlebrooks announced, “It has been an honor to serve on the Hoover City Council, and I humbly ask for your continued trust and support as I seek reelection.”

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Tuberville to attend Super Bowl LIX with Trump

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) will be joining President Donald Trump at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans on Sunday.

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State Senate passes What Is A Woman Act

The Alabama Senate on Thursday passed legislation that declares the state will recognize only two sexes, male and female.

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Tuberville introduces bill to stop 'unjust double tax' on Social Security benefits

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) introduced legislation to stop the "unjust double tax" on Social Security benefits this week.

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Ella Sullins named Dale Strong chief of staff

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) announced on Thursday that Ella Sullins has been promoted to chief of staff.

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State leaders cautious of declining state revenues as lawmakers hear budget proposals — 'The sugar high is over'

Gov. Kay Ivey released her proposed budget recommendations for the 2026 fiscal year on Wednesday, with increased funding for the state’s General Fund (GF) and Education Trust Fund (ETF), while state leaders advised caution due to anticipated revenue slowing.

Jackson Hospital Alabama News
Jackson Hospital gets loan to stay open after declaring bankruptcy

Jackson Healthcare, one of the nation’s providers of healthcare workforce services, announced that its parent company, Jackson Investment Group, will provide a debtor in possession loan to Jackson Hospital & Clinic, enabling it to remain open to serve the Montgomery community as it undergoes Chapter 11 bankruptcy and reorganization proceedings.

Holman prison Alabama News
New bill allows state to borrow up to $500 million more for new prison construction

New legislation filed by State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) would allow a state authority overseeing prison construction to borrow an additional $500 million.

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Annie Holmquist: 3 ways to help children thrive once the Department of Education closes

Yes, closing the Department of Education may present some challenges. But if it helps us rediscover that parents are some of the best teachers children have, then the children of our nation may be a whole lot better off than they have been in recent decades.

border crossing Alabama News
International wire transfer fee, other anti-illegal immigration bills advance in Senate

Multiple bills seeking to combat illegal immigration passed the Senate County and Municipal Government committee on Wednesday.

Matt Simpson Alabama News
House committee approves Simpson bill permitting the death penalty for child rape, sodomy

The Alabama House Judiciary Committee handily approved legislation by State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) on Wednesday that would mandate life in prison or the death penalty for those convicted of first-degree rape or sodomy of a child 12 years of age and under.

Kay Ivey, State of the State, 2/4/2025 Alabama News
Ivey's public safety bill package filed in legislature — 'Alabama stands firmly behind our law enforcement officers'

After teasing it in her State of the State address on Tuesday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced the filing of her eight-bill package on Wednesday in an effort to bolster public safety and assist law enforcement in the state.

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South Alabama Veterans Council opposes ADVA changes: ‘Veterans and their families deserve better’

The South Alabama Veterans Council said on Wednesday that it opposes legislation restructuring the governance of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs.

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