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Pro-illegal immigration protesters lash out against Trump crackdown during march in Albertville — 'We will not put up with ICE'

President Donald Trump’s nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration inspired protests in Albertville Wednesday night as a large group marched downtown carrying posters and shouting chants critical of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

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Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts: Controversial billboards were erected ‘without the approval of Museum leadership or the Joint Boards’

The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) released a statement on Wednesday to address the recent billboards that have stirred controversy in the area, claiming the billboards were put up without leadership approval.

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Fired Summerdale police chief and wife indicted on forgery charges

Former Summerdale police chief Kevin Brock, 59, and his wife, Lori Brock, 54, were indicted on second-degree forgery and second-degree possession of a forged instrument charges.

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'Victimhood sells' — State Rep. Oliver says legislature poised to take action on LGBTQ+ charter school

Oliver said he’s already spoken to colleagues, and the state legislature is poised to revisit the issue to address those openly flouting current laws and regulations.

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'A testament to Alabama’s dedicated educators': Tuberville touts Alabama being only state with improvements in post-COVID math scores

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) praised Alabama students and educators on Wednesday after the state was recognized as the only one with improvements in post-COVID math scores among fourth graders.

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Allen Mendenhall: From frost to federalism

The pomp and grandeur of the recent presidential inauguration – a great day! – can obscure the fact that our fledgling republic initially operated without a chief executive. George Washington, revered as the first president, did not take office until 1789.

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4 takeaways from No. 4 Alabama's 88-84 win over No. 14 Mississippi State

No. 4 Alabama traveled on the road and defeated No. 14 Mississippi State 88-84 in front of a hostile crowd.

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4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn's 87-74 win over LSU

4 takeaways from No. 1 Auburn's 87-74 win over LSU

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Watch: Brawl breaks out at high school basketball game between Albertville, Guntersville

An altercation between opposing coaches led to an all-out brawl on the court Tuesday night following the matchup between Albertville and Guntersville high schools.

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Tuberville backs RFK as Senate confirmation hearings kick off – ‘RFK doesn't care about the status quo’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) threw his support in yet again for President Donald Trump’s pick as Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. as Senate hearings begin on Wednesday.

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Mobile County Public School System employee who attempted to shield illegal students from possible ICE raids placed on paid leave by school

An unnamed Mobile County Public School System employee who sent out an internal email to school staff giving a “to-do list” to shield students from potential ICE raids has been placed on paid administrative leave

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Former Montgomery County political consultant Frank Brown pleads guilty to theft of $276K

Frank Lewis Brown, a former political consultant to the Montgomery County Commission, plead guilty to theft by deception of about $276,000 on Wednesday.

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'@RandallWoodfin has blocked you': Birmingham mayor goes on social media blocking spree

Just weeks into the new year, Birmingham’s Randall Woodfin is demonstrating that he has no room for questions, comments, or dissenting opinions.

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Darius Foster running for Pelham City Council, ready for city to go 'from good to great'

Darius Foster, known throughout the state for over two decades of activism, will run for Pelham City Council, Place 4, in this year’s municipal elections.

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'We're an education state': Alabama schools improve on NAEP scores, 'The Nation’s Report Card'

Two states stood out in improvements on "The Nation's Report Card," Alabama and Louisiana. NAEP results released here.

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Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts calls board meeting after MAGA ‘Bloody Sunday’ ad goes viral

The Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts had a special-called board meeting on Wednesday morning after their ad featuring President Donald Trump’s popular “Make America Great Again” slogan pasted over a picture of the infamous Bloody Sunday in Selma went viral on Tuesday.

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Body discovered in lower Delta under I-10 bridge; Baldwin County Coroner alerted

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating the death of a person found in the lower Delta under the Interstate 10 bridge near Spanish Fort.

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State Rep. Matt Woods: Revisiting the Alabama Child Protection Act: Our children are safer today

With the passage of the ACPA, it does not matter if child pornography involves an actual child or is fully simulated; we are going to hold the twisted predators who possess it accountable.

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Devin Foley: Flee the schools?

Whatever the case, if you’ve found yourself considering homeschooling, you’ve probably considered all of the other options and feel a little overwhelmed. Where do you even start the process?

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Baldwin County Courthouse evacuated due to bomb threat

The Baldwin County Courthouse in Bay Minette was evacuated Wednesday after a bomb threat.

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AG Marshall continues pressuring Costco over DEI — 'They're not living up to their motto, and we demand answers'

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is still waiting for a response from Costco after he and 18 other attorneys general called on the company to end its diversity, equity and inclusion practices.

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State library board chair John Wahl responds to director’s negative comments: ‘If you’re disconnected with the people paying your salary, there’s a problem’

Alabama Public Library Service chairman John Wahl recently responded to negative statements made by APLS director Nancy Pack about Wahl, the legislature and Gov. Kay Ivey.

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House Minority Ldr. Daniels expects to play ‘extreme defense’ in 2025 as House Dems promote ‘Forward for Freedom’ legislative agenda

Members of the Alabama House Democratic Caucus met in Montgomery on Tuesday to lay out the party’s "Forward for Freedom" party platform in the upcoming legislative session.

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Sarah Sanchez: A moment of truth for Alabama's homeschool families

While the idea of some public funding following students appeals to many homeschooling families, the downside is that regulation will certainly follow the students. The CHOOSE Act is no exception.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville on Trump’s transgender care order: ‘Commonsense leadership to end this barbaric practice’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) applauded an executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Wednesday ending federal funding for the so-called gender-affirming care of minors.

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Second Safe Haven Baby Box placed in Mobile

The City of Mobile celebrated the installation of its second Safe Haven Baby Box.

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No. 1 Auburn takes on LSU in first non-ranked matchup in three games 

The top-ranked Auburn Tigers are looking to defend their No.1 ranking for the third consecutive week beginning with a road trip to The Pete Maravich Assembly Center to take on LSU on Wednesday night.

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