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Jair Stevenson vs Texas Alabama News
4 takeaways from No. 2 Alabama's 103-80 win over Texas

No. 2 Alabama avoided the letdown on the road and defeated Texas 103-80 on Tuesday night.

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5 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn's 80-68 win over Vanderbilt

No. 1 Auburn defeated Vanderbilt 80-68 at Memorial Gymnasium on Tuesday night. 

Alabama political news andrew jones Alabama News
Vote on amended Ivey-backed ADVA ‘restructure’ bill delayed

A vote on legislation that would change the makeup of the State Board of Veterans Affairs and how the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs commissioner is appointed was carried over in the Senate on Tuesday after multiple amendments were added to the bill.

Alabama political news trans bathroom Alabama News
What is a Woman Act passes House Committee after public hearing — 'Do you want to walk into the women’s bathroom and see me?'

The Alabama House Health Committee on Tuesday advanced the What is a Woman Act after an interesting public hearing, sending it to the House floor for a full vote, which is expected later this week.

Dr. Anthony Fauci retirement Alabama News
Marshall, 16 AGs demand Anthony Fauci be held accountable for COVID-19 response

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a coalition of state attorneys general recently in demanding accountability for Dr. Anthony Fauci’s actions during the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Marshall County Personnel Board meeting Alabama News
Marshall County Personnel Board objects to Commission's 'illegal' hire, drafts resolution asking lawmakers not to amend local act

In a narrow decision, the Marshall County Personnel Board voted Monday to draft a resolution asking the county’s state legislative delegation not to make any changes to Act No. 82-206, which formed the board in 1982. This comes a day before the Marshall County Commission is scheduled to vote on its own resolution asking to amend the act.

Randall Woodfin Alabama News
Birmingham interim police chief contradicts Randall Woodfin — Wants to strengthen federal partnerships

Birmingham interim police chief Micheal Pickett just released a “7-Point Crime Reduction Strategy” that includes the City of Birmingham relying on the same federal partners Woodfin dismissed to help decrease crime.

Kent Davis, Kay Ivey Alabama News
Col. John Eidsmoe: 'Curiouser' dealings at the governor's office

It is the height of folly for a Republican governor to be at war with Alabama’s veterans.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville on Kendrick Lamar’s Super Bowl halftime show: ‘That was God awful’

The Super Bowl halftime show by rapper Kendrick Lamar was “God awful,” according to U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn).

Leecounty Alabama News
FBI conducts immigration raids in Baldwin, Lee Counties; DR Horton subdivision among targets

The FBI Mobile was busy on Tuesday making arrests along with Homeland Security in Baldwin and Lee Counties.

Alabama political news ADVA Alabama News
Pete Riehm: Malicious intent or mediocre ignorance?

Gov. Ivey is bullying the legislature to rapidly ram through her legislation to abolish the State Board of Veterans Affairs (SBVA) and completely overhaul the Alabama Department of Veteran Affairs (ADVA).

Graham Champion Alabama News
A champion for Alabama and Eagle Scouts, Graham Champion, dies at 72

A champion for Boy Scouts, Rotary, lobbying, community and family has died - Graham Champion of Pike Road.

ADVA Alabama News
Ashlie Combs: What does the future of Alabama's military, veterans and their dependents look like?

Since 2017, our Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) program has tirelessly improved the quality of life in our veterans’ community. The question is, will that continue after the 2025 Alabama Legislature session? 

State Sen. April Weaver Alabama News
State Sen. Weaver a 'hard no' on Ivey-backed restructure of Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs

Tuesday, State Sen. April Weaver (R-Brierfield) announced her opposition to legislation that would change the makeup of the State Board of Veterans Affairs and how the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) commissioner is appointed.

Alabama Senate Alabama News
Controversial Ivey-backed veteran’s bill first on Senate calendar following Ainsworth's public opposition

The controversial bill to alter the makeup of the State Board of Veterans Affairs and how the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) commissioner is appointed is first up on the Senate's calendar on Tuesday, one day after Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth came out against the bill pushed by Gov. Kay Ivey.

Pledge of Allegiance Alabama News
Proposed constitutional amendment would mandate daily Pledge of Allegiance, prayer ‘consistent with Judeo-Christian values’ in schools

State Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) has proposed an amendment to the Alabama Constitution requiring the Alabama State Department of Education (ALSDE) to adopt policies requiring a daily recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance and a prayer "consistent with Judeo-Christian values" at the beginning of every school day, with penalties for violation.

Alabama sports news Auburns Denver Jones Alabama News
No. 1 Auburn looking to bounce back against Vanderbilt

After dropping its first game in conference play on its home floor to No. 6 Florida on Saturday, No. 1 Auburn aiming to bounce back on Tuesday night against Vanderbilt in Memorial Gymnasium.

red snapper Alabama News
Federal act would protect Gulf of America seafood producers from illegal Mexican fishermen

The Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act advanced from the Senate Commerce Committee in another effort to protect U.S. fishermen and seafood producers.

Hudson nodine Alabama News
Change of candidates in Wednesday’s forum for Mobile mayoral race: Connie Hudson vs. Stephen Nodine

A forum for Mobile's mayoral race will be Wednesday, Feb. 12 and feature County Commissioner Connie Hudson and former County Commissioner Stephen Nodine.

FILE - A bump stock is attached to a semi-automatic rifle Alabama News
BamaCarry a 'hard no' on four Democrat-sponsored proposed bills to regulate firearms

Two state house committees meet Wednesday to take up four bills to regulate guns in Alabama. Citizen group BamaCarry is opposing the bills.

Pharmacy, Pharmacist, prescription drugs Alabama News
Fair payment or new fee? Bills filed to regulate pharmacy benefit managers in Alabama

Two bills were filed last week in the Alabama Senate that would regulate pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs).

Elon Musk Alabama News
Joey Clark: Elon Musk is probably better than you — Here's why

Not even Musk’s accomplishments can necessarily account for his elevated rank. No, I suspect the seed of Musk’s success and status is his willingness to fail while braving darkness.

Ainsworth Alabama News
Ainsworth opposes Ivey-backed bill restructuring Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs

Lieutenant Gov. Will Ainsworth announced his opposition on Monday to legislation that would change the makeup of the State Board of Veterans Affairs and how the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) commissioner is appointed.

Club for growth state house Alabama News
Alabama Republicans underwhelm in Club For Growth Foundation scorecard — ‘Legislators must correct course’

The recently released Club For Growth Foundation scorecard showed an underwhelming performance for Alabama’s Republicans in implementing CFG’s “pro-growth” and limited government policies.

steve marshall Alabama News
Marshall scrutinizes BlackRock’s leniency on Chinese investments: 'Asset managers have a duty to be transparent with their investors'

Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a coalition of 17 attorneys general in demanding answers from the world’s top asset managers to determine if they are misrepresenting and omitting essential disclosures regarding Chinese investments.

Alabama political news prayer time Alabama News
Annie Holmquist: The simplest – but most overlooked – way to renew our culture

If we want to ensure that our leaders remain good, pursuing righteous policies for our nation, then one of the simplest things we can do is get on our knees every day and pray for them.

Alabama political news social media Alabama News
Bill filed to prohibit people under 16 from starting social media accounts civil penalties included

Legislation that would require social media platforms to prevent individuals under 16 from creating accounts has been filed in the Alabama House of Representatives.

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