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ALEA wins Partner of the Year, Investigation of the Year, Task Force Officer of the Year from Homeland Security

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) was named the 2024 Investigative Partner of the Year by Homeland Security Investigations' (HSI) Atlanta Field Office.

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Annie Holmquist: How classic cartoons created a culturally literate generation

Neither schools, nor Saturday morning cartoons seem to be passing on the torch of cultural knowledge and literacy.

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Tuberville warns Americans risk paying $1,000 more a month if Trump's tax laws not made permanent

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said whatever deal is reached will have to include significant tax reform, including making President Donald Trump's tax laws permanent.

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KCarl Smith: Why the left fears Frederick Douglass' liberty message

As we celebrate Black History Month, we should remember Douglass not just as a hero from the past, but as a role model for real freedom, hard work, and success – values that help people grow stronger and unite America.

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RFK Jr. in Alabama: Wrote Alabama book, interviewed Gov. Wallace, lost and found beloved dog

New HHS Secretary RFK Jr. has two significant visits to Alabama. With Alabama having healthcare issues, he could be back here.

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Poor shooting and bad finishing at the rim leads No. 2 Alabama to a 94-85 defeat against No. 1 Auburn

In the first ever meeting between two SEC teams ranked No. 1 and No. 2, the No. 1 Auburn Tigers defeated the No. 2 Alabama Crimson Tide 94-85 in Coleman Coliseum.

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4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn’s 94-85 win over No. 2 Alabama

4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn’s 95-85 win over No. 2 Alabama

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Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon running for re-election focusing on 'clean, safe city'

"I want to finish what we've started with a lot of projects that have to be done."

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'Accountability isn’t optional': Complaint filed against Hoover's John Lyda, Frank Brocato for failure to file campaign finance reports

Campaign finance reporting allows residents to “follow the money,” and that’s what Hoover resident Ken King was trying to do when he went online to inspect the annual reports of Mayor Frank Brocato and City Council President John Lyda.

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Madison County family wants justice in daughter's 2021 death; DA's office blames population growth, COVID backlog and conflicts for trial delay

The family of Hannah Parton, one of two women killed in a 2021 Madison County crash, are speaking out after they say the criminal case is taking too long to go to trial.

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Sean of the South: Smart phone, dumb author

So I've bought a flip phone. I’m going to commit to using this phone for a month. Just to see what happens. I’ll probably fail after six minutes and resume an intimate relationship with an Apple device. But I’d like to see if I can rediscover my own life.

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‘Some things are bigger than ball’: Cade Belyeu shines in Tigers’ season opener after receiving tragic news the morning of

‘Some things are bigger than ball’: Cade Belyeu shines in Tigers’ season opener after receiving tragic news the morning of.

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Former ADVA commissioner Kent Davis: Amendments to Ivey-backed veterans board bill ‘Not addressing the substantive issues’

Amendments on legislation “restructuring” the governance of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) are “not addressing the substantive issues,” according to former ADVA commissioner Kent Davis.

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House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels, Rep. Sam Jones suffering ‘immediate health concerns,’ receive prayer from House members

Prior to adjourning for the week, the Alabama House of Representatives held a joint prayer for House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels (D-Huntsville) and State Rep. Sam Jones (D-Mobile), who both have “immediate health concerns.”

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Jennifer Oliver O'Connell: With Robert F. Kennedy as HHS secretary, Make 'Alabama' Healthy Again can become a reality

Three takeaways from Kennedy’s speech could be applied to our great state of Alabama, and everyone should take note of how a MAHA movement could transform and change the health trajectory of our citizens.

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Call God: How faith has changed Auburn basketball

How faith in God has led Auburn basketball to new heights.

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Ledbetter taps Steve Clouse for key committee chair position — 'Clouse brings a wealth of experience and is an invaluable asset to the legislative body'

House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) tapped longtime State Rep. Steve Clouse (R-Ozark) to chair the House Transportation, Utilities and Infrastructure Committee as the outgoing chairman prepares to take on a staff role in the Senate.

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State Rep. Givan files bill requiring law enforcement agencies to produce staffing reports — 'Mayors and other elected officials aren't being honest with citizens'

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) recently filed legislation, at the request of House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter, requiring every county and municipal law enforcement agency to disclose annually how many officers are on staff.

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Three Lee County deputies resign due to ‘procedure violations’

The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is short three patrol deputies this week after they resigned, Sheriff Jay Jones confirmed to 1819 News. 

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Tuberville calls for permanent repeal of the ‘death tax’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) joined U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) in reintroducing legislation on Thursday that would permanently repeal the federal estate tax, commonly known as the death tax. 

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State Rep. Drummond files committee to run for Mobile mayor

Another name was added to the list for the open seat of Mobile mayor, State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile), a former aide to then-Mayor Sam Jones.

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Marshall County Commission moves forward with proposed amendment to Personnel Board Act despite heavy pushback; Board considers legal action

After multiple meetings and tense debate, the Marshall County Commission is moving forward with a resolution asking the state legislature to amend the Personnel Board Act of 1982.

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Jeff Minick: The heart is a lonely hunter

Here are three things I’ve learned from my castaway life that are good to keep in mind if you’re one of the world’s lonely hearts. 

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Men reading to children dressed as Mother Goose: The world according to Marilyn Lands

State Rep. Marilyn Lands (D-Madison) shocked the Alabama political world last year by defeating Republican State House hopeful Teddy Powell by a landslide in a special election to fill a seat vacated by David Cole, who was forced to resign his seat after being sentenced for election fraud.

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Lawmakers stand firm against radical anti-religion group's threats to bill mandating Pledge of Allegiance, prayer in schools — ‘We’re in a state where people believe in that’

The Freedom From Religion Foundation is sounding the alarm on the perceived negative effects of a proposed amendment to the Alabama Constitution to mandate the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer at the beginning of the day in public schools.

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House Speaker Ledbetter: Senate gambling bill must compare with last year’s House agreement or ‘we’re not going to mess with it’

With reports of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians (PCI) rumored to be pushing a gambling bill in the Senate, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter says any gambling bill out of the Senate must be comparable with what the House agreed to last year to garner consideration.

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Huntsville Utilities ups rates while blaming Trump for some customers losing $100 in assistance

As significant rate hikes at Huntsville Utilities go into effect, many customers receiving payment assistance were also hit with a $100 surcharge.

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