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Athens tornado damage Alabama News
James Spann explains why no tornado warning issued ahead of Athens EF-1

Many areas across Alabama were hit by severe weather late Saturday into Sunday morning. Athens, one of the hardest hit areas, was damaged by an EF-1 tornado.

H-1B visa application Alabama News
As debate rages over H-1B program, 273 Alabama companies employ foreign visa workers

Some see the H-1B visa program as a vital part of American innovation that allows companies to staff otherwise hard-to-fill spots with top talent from around the world. Others believe it violates the “America first” agenda President Trump was reelected on by outsourcing U.S. jobs for cheap labor.

Missing woman Alabama News
Missing Montgomery woman body found in Georgia — on same road as car towed months prior after Montgomery PD failed to enter vehicle into database

According to Georgia police, a Montgomery woman missing since June had her missing car towed by highway patrol that same month, a fact that didn’t alert law enforcement because Montgomery authorities failed to enter her vehicle into the National Crime Information Center (NCIC).

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Deatsville man accused of defrauding Alaskan company to pay for trip to China, send money to Alabama church

A Deatsville man is facing federal charges connected to an Alaskan company where he worked as a general manager.

Thomasville Regional Medical Center AP Photo by Jay Reeves Alabama News
Thomasville mayor says potential buyers of hospital in negotiations

Thomasville Regional Medical Center could reopen, according to Mayor Sheldon Day.

20241221 MBB vs PUR ZB 0107 Alabama News
No. 2 Auburn set for final non-conference game against Monmouth

The No. 2 Auburn Tigers are gearing up for their final non-conference game against the Monmouth Hawks on Monday night after eight days off since their last win against then No. 16 Purdue.

Alabama political news panama canal 2 Alabama News
Phil Williams: Panama Canal – U.S. Vision

Donald Trump recently raised eyebrows with a classic “mean tweet” by suggesting the U.S. should consider reclaiming the Panama Canal. You might wonder what all the fuss is about.

Aden Holloway vs South Dakota State Alabama News
4 takeaways from No. 5 Alabama's 105-82 win over South Dakota State

Alabama dominated South Dakota State 105-82 from start to finish in their final non-conference game of the season.

Jimmy carter Alabama News
Longest-living president, Jimmy Carter, dies at 100

Former President Jimmy Carter has died at age 100.

Section Street Alabama News
Storm washes out major artery near downtown Fairhope
athens storm damage Alabama News
Limestone County Courthouse in Athens devastated by tornado

The city of Athens was adversely affected by tornado and thunderstorms which ripped through the Tennessee Valley late evening Saturday to early Sunday morning.

athens storm damage Alabama News
Storm damage across Alabama Saturday; NWS survey teams inspecting damage in north Alabama (PHOTOS)

Strong straight-line winds and a few possible small tornadoes hit Alabama Saturday in a number of locations.

Puppiesrescued Alabama News
Two puppies thrown off top of Mobile County's Dog River Bridge rescued

What happened Saturday afternoon at Mobile's Dog River Bridge is two opposite stories—one of heartless cruelty by an SUV driver and the other of instant selfless action by nearby Good Samaritans and first responders.

Albertville Band Alabama News
‘An extraordinary honor’ — Albertville High School band invited to perform in Trump's inaugral parade

On Jan. 20, 2025, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, and the Albertville High School Aggie Band will be there to help him mark this historic occasion.

Red Snapper Alabama News
Red snapper season ends December 31; 2025 quotas announced

The Marine Resources Division (MRD) of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) will close the 2024 red snapper season at midnight on December 31.

kinfolk by sean dietrich Alabama News
An Alabama story: Novel 'Kinfolk' by Sean Dietrich

The novel "Kinfolk" by Sean Dietrich tells an Alabama story of second chances.

Hunter, Joe Biden Alabama News
Troy Carico and Bryan Battaglia: The Hunter Biden pardon and its connection to Alabama's Admiral Kent Davis

It is imperative that the public is fully aware of the intimate details surrounding Hunter Biden’s removal from the U.S. Navy, particularly as they relate to former Alabama Department of Veteran’s Affairs commissioner Admiral Kent Davis. 

Big10 mayors Alabama News
Alabama Big 10 Mayors renew push to raise online sales tax

It might be one of the slowest times in the news, but that is not stopping at least two of Alabama's Big 10 Mayors from going on offense to raise the internet sales tax.

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Sean of the South: Christmas with Becca

The girl was eating fast because we HAD to hurry and finish SUPPER because we were exchanging PRESENTS after the MEAL. I’m surprised she didn’t choke on her mac and cheese.

kamala biden Alabama News
Jim Zeigler: What further damage could the Biden handlers do before their January 20 exit — to the nation and to Alabama?

The Biden administration has done harmful things since losing the Nov. 5 election. What more damage can we expect before January 20th?

XYLAZINE Alabama News
Tranq kills several people in Baldwin County; Coroner warns non-opioid sedative added to street drugs

Baldwin County Coroner Brian Pierce says a dangerous and deadly drug has made its way to the area. Xylazine, also known as "tranq," is a large animal tranquilizer that is unresponsive to emergency reversal treatments.

Barry Moore Alabama News
Barry Moore on new Biden photos with Chinese officials: ‘What we suspected is now undeniable’

Denials can no longer cover up that President Joe Biden met with Chinese business associates of Hunter Biden as vice president, according to U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise). 

JOSE PASCUAL-REYES Alabama News
Court proceedings for Dadeville illegal alien double murder, kidnapping suspect delayed again until March 2025

Two years after Jose Paulino Pascual-Reyes, an illegal alien living in Dadeville, was arrested and charged with kidnapping and double murder, the case continues to get kicked down the road with a litany of continuances and reschedules.

Alabama state house Alabama News
Top 5 Alabama State House stories to watch in 2025

The new year isn't here yet, but it’s not too early to look ahead to what the biggest stories of 2025 will be.

Resolutions Alabama News
Allen Mendenhall: A New Year's agenda for Alabama's future

With the seasonal flight of jolly beneficence behind us, we turn from children’s wish lists for Santa to the more sober exercise of New Year’s resolutions.

moonpie mobile Alabama News
Mobile hosts free all-day fest on New Year’s Eve

New Year's Eve festivities in Mobile will not be just at night. Starting at 11 a.m., there are things for young and old.

State Rep. Mark Gidley Alabama News
State Rep. Gidley seeks to disqualify elder abusers, exploiters from receiving inheritance

State Rep. Mark Gidley (R-Hokes Bluff) is seeking to remove the ability of individuals to receive benefits or inheritance from people they have been convicted of abusing or financially exploiting.

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