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Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed meets President Joe Biden Alabama News
City of Montgomery demands $6,000 to access public records on Mayor Steven Reed's spending, travel, contracts

After months of emailing back and forth over access to public records, the City of Montgomery is requesting $6,000 from 1819 News for an open records request regarding Mayor Steven Reed and his staff's travel and spending.

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Bellefonte Nuclear Plant possible site for small modular reactor pilot program

To help meet Alabama’s growing energy needs, U.S. Reps. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) and Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) recently introduced legislation to research and develop small modular reactors and microreactors for commercial applications in the U.S.

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Elliott: Time to consider reviving HB 56 Beason-Hammon Act of 2011 on immigration enforcement — 'We've got a different Supreme Court thanks to President Trump'

In 2011, the new Republican-controlled legislature struck a major blow against illegal immigration in Alabama by passing the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act (HB 56).

School choice Alabama News
Dr. Daniel Sutter: A good start in preserving American values in Alabama

There were two notable accomplishments of the Alabama Legislature in 2024: the Creating Hope and Opportunity for Our Students’ Education (CHOOSE) Act, which established school choice, and SB129, eliminating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programs.

Trump Boat Parade Alabama News
Trump boat parade planned down Intracoastal Waterway; Baldwin County Republicans hope to garner enthusiasm

The Baldwin County Republican Party is sponsoring a Trump boat parade along the Gulf Coast on October 19.

Will Barfoot Alabama News
State Sen. Barfoot calls efforts to tie urban area violent crime to permitless carry 'total nonsense,' 'fake news'
Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall warns of Venezuelan gangs crossing the southern border — ‘They make MS-13 look like choir boys’

The influx of Haitian migrants moving into Alabama continues to be a concern, but Attorney General Steve Marshall warned they’re not the only ones flooding the border.

Jalen Milroe and Ryan Williams vs Georgia Alabama News
5 takeaways from No. 4 Alabama's 41-34 win over No. 2 Georgia

College football’s game of the year started out as a dud but eventually lived up to all the hype as No. 4 Alabama beat No. 2 Georgia 41-34 after blowing a 23 point halftime lead.

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Watch: Fans cheer on Donald Trump as he enters Bryant-Denny Stadium, chant 'U-S-A!'

Former President Donald Trump arrived at the big matchup on Saturday between No. 2 Georgia and No. 4 Alabama in Tuscaloosa to massive applause from fans.

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4 takeaways from Auburn’s 27-21 loss to Oklahoma

Auburn continued its trend of losing on Saturday with a loss to Oklahoma. What are the biggest takeaways from the game?

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Madison County GOP Executive Committee chairman Schmidt praises J. Elbert Peters, speaks about the state of the nation

Stephen D. Schmidt, chairman of the Madison County Republican Executive Committee, spoke at Saturday’s Madison County Republican Men’s Club about J. Elbert Peters, who passed away in December 2023.

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Sean of the South: Scenes from a Mexican restaurant

The Mexican restaurant was crowded. There were twinkly lights. Terracotta tiles everywhere. Trumpet music.

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'It's just smoke': State Sen. Givhan says Glock switch, constitutional carry gripes effort to blame legislature for gang problem

During his weekly appearance on Huntsville radio WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show," State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) said while he did not think there would be much opposition to a state ban on so-called Glock switches, it was distracting from a gang problem in the city of Birmingham.

PornHub Alabama News
Porn sites blocking access in Alabama over state law requiring age verification

Pornography websites have begun limiting or banning access to their sites in Alabama in response to a law passed earlier this year requiring age verification to access content.

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Montgomery County Board of Education member Lesa Keith: Critical chamber of commerce resolution is ‘adult bullying’

A recent Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce resolution critical of the Montgomery County Board of Education was a “disgrace,” according to MCBOE member Dr. Lesa Keith.

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5 things to look for in Auburn’s matchup against Oklahoma

Auburn is seeking its first conference win this Saturday vs. Oklahoma. What are the biggest things to look for in the game?

Jalen Milroe vs Georgia SEC Championship Game Alabama News
Alabama vs Georgia: 5 things to look for in SEC opener

Saturday night No. 4 Alabama (3-0, 0-0 SEC) will host No. 2 Georgia (3-0, 0-0 SEC) inside Bryant-Denny Stadium for the 74th time in history.

Haitian migration Alabama News
Jennifer Oliver O'Connell: Why are our elected leaders downplaying the migrant influx?

Thanks to the national coverage of the targeted overrun in Sylacauga, our state and national elected officials are getting more focused on issuing statements and making promises to investigate citizens’ concerns. But some of the responses to this crisis are still disheartening.

Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville: 'No reason' for state legislation to ban Glock switches; Says federal law enforcement should be called to Birmingham to stem gang violence

Ahead of an event for the Alabama Bankers Association at The Club in Birmingham, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) spoke with the media about the push in Alabama to ban Glock switches after one was reportedly used over the weekend in a shooting that left four dead and 17 others injured.

Mobile police suv Alabama News
Mobile's 'Operation South Side Surge' nets 26 arrests; Five remain wanted

The Mobile Police Department arrested 26 and seized seven firearms in "Operation South Side Surge."

President Donald Trump, second from right, and first lady Melania Trump attend the NCAA College Football Playoff national championship game Monday, Jan. 13, 2020, in New Orleans. Alabama News
SEC blocks Trump on-field appearance at Bryant-Denny for Saturday's game

An apparent rift has formed between former President Donald Trump and the Southeastern Conference (SEC) ahead of his visit to Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday.

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Biden DOJ sues Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen over recent non-citizen voter purge

The Department of Justice announced on Friday they had filed a lawsuit against the State of Alabama and the Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen to challenge a state program aimed at removing voters from its election rolls.

Haitian flag cuffs Alabama News
Defense attorney for Albertville student who allegedly brought loaded gun to school: Client unfairly targeted for being Haitian

Defense attorney Richard Rice argued that his client, 16-year-old Djovani Jean-Pierre, was being unfairly targeted due to his Haitian descent and that much of the case against him was based on hearsay.

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High school football scores, 9/26-27
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ESPN's 'College GameDay' selects Ms. Terry to be guest picker for Alabama versus Georgia

Friday afternoon, ESPN’s College GameDay revealed that the guest picker this weekend would be Ms. Terry, wife of former Alabama head coach Nick Saban.

Trump Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville to attend both Alabama, Auburn games Saturday with Trump appearing at Tuscaloosa's Bryant-Denny Stadium

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is looking forward to joining former President Donald Trump at the Saturday clash between the Alabama Crimson Tide and the Georgia Bulldogs for his first trip to Bryant Denny Stadium, not as an opposing coach.

Birmingham Five Points South shooting Alabama News
$100,000 in rewards offered in Birmingham mass shooting; Over 100 tips received

Crime Stoppers of Metro Alabama has received over 100 tips in Birmingham’s Five Points South mass shooting, yet still no arrests have been made.

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