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Hoover football Alabama News
Hoover High School head coach, defensive coordinator placed on leave amid investigation; Video shows coaches mistreating players

New Hoover High School head football coach Drew Gilmer and defensive coordinator Adam Helms have been placed on administrative leave, effective immediately, while the school system investigates a number of incidents that have taken place during practice.

willie mays Alabama News
'He truly embodied the American dream': Tuberville, Britt honor Alabama native Willie Mays with Senate resolution

U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) introduced a resolution honoring one of Alabama's all-time greatest athletes on Thursday.

suni lee Alabama News
Watch: Fan yells 'War Eagle' at Suni Lee after Olympic performance

While awaiting a score after her balance beam performance, Lee, the most decorated gymnast in Auburn history, got a "War Eagle" from a fan in the stands.

uab logo Alabama News
UAB announces logo change to 'unify' school, medicine, athletics departments

One of the largest employers and universities in the state has announced a brand change to help "unify" its branding and increase its recognition not only regionally but also globally.

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State Sen. Givhan predicts 'pushback' on Ingram-led bill for state intervention in crime-ridden cities

During a Thursday appearance on Huntsville WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show," State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) was asked if support from a Democrat would add some legitimacy to Ingram's bill.

U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Rogers votes to condemn Biden admin's 'willful negligence of the border crisis' — 'This administration has failed the American people'

On Thursday, U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) joined all of his House Republican colleagues and six Democrats in a vote to condemn the White House's failure to secure the U.S.-Mexico border.

Bruce Pearl Alabama News
'Breaks my heart': Auburn's Pearl laments VP Harris, members of Congress skipping Israeli PM Netanyahu address

Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl called out Vice President Kamala Harris and other members of Congress for skipping out on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to a joint session on Wednesday.

jerry carl Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Carl: Dems forcing Biden out because he couldn't beat Trump 'the true definition of an insurrection'

Monday on "The Rick & Bubba Show," U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl (R-Mobile) weighed in on President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor.

United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain speaks to reporters in Tuscaloosa, Ala., on Friday, May 17, 2024, after workers at two Alabama Mercedes-Benz factories voted overwhelmingly against joining the UAW. Alabama News
Trump: UAW's Shawn Fain 'should be fired immediately'

Thursday during his 2024 GOP presidential nomination acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention, former President Donald Trump railed against United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain and called for his firing.

Donald Trump Alabama News
'Powerful': Palmer, Britt praise Trump speech accepting GOP presidential nomination at RNC

Immediately following the conclusion of the convention, two lawmakers from Alabama praised the GOP nominee's speech, calling it "powerful."

Tuberville1025 Alabama News
Tuberville: The Secret Service 'failed' stopping Trump assassination attempt — 'The American people need to know what went on'

During an interview live from the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wis., U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) sounded off about the briefing with U.S. Secret Service director Kimberly Cheatle regarding the attempted assassination.

Caroleene Dobson Alabama News
NRCC chair U.S. Rep. Hudson says GOP could hold onto AL-2 — 'Caroleene Dobson’s really impressive'

Alabama's newly drawn, majority-black second congressional district was supposed to be an easy layup for Democrats when it was initially created, but that race has been heating up lately.

katie britt Alabama News
Britt: 'There is no stronger supporter of IVF than President Trump'

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) spoke with ABC News on Wednesday about her support of the Donald Trump-J.D. Vance GOP presidential ticket.

katie britt Alabama News
Britt: There's a 'renewed focus' from Trump following assassination attempt

Wednesday on Newsmax TV's "Wake Up America," U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) said she could see a "renewed focus" in former President Donald Trump's eyes after his attempted assassination over the weekend.

katie britt Alabama News
Britt delivers speech at RNC calling for 'change' in the White House — 'Donald Trump is the change we need'

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) spoke at the Republican National Convention on Monday, pushing for a change from President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

Bruce Pearl Alabama News
'This is going too far! ...to suggest Trump in 2024 is Hitler in 1932?': Auburn's Pearl says media, DOJ 'complicit' in political violence

Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl praised former President Donald Trump's courage after the presumptive 2024 GOP presidential nominee's assassination attempt while also taking a shot at the media and Department of Justice for being "complicit" in the political violence.

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University of Alabama contests LIV Golf's '4Aces' trademark logo as 'visually similar' to Script A

The University of Alabama has reportedly joined in a filing in opposition to a LIV Golf League trademark application.

Tommy tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville warns of impact of Bidenflation in Senate hearing — 'Every American has suffered'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) led a Senate hearing on how high costs under the Biden administration are impacting families.

tommy tuberville bruce pearl Alabama News
'Antisemitism has ZERO place in our society': Bruce Pearl meets with Tuberville in nation's capital in support of Israel

Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl traveled to Washington, D.C. on Monday to meet with U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) in a show of support for Israel in its ongoing war with Hamas.

Photo from Randall Woodfins Facebook Alabama News
Mayor Woodfin gives himself, Birmingham 'a bad grade' on gun violence, crime

In an interview this week on the "Urbanham News" podcast, Birmingham Mayor Woodfin voiced his frustration with crime, specifically gun violence, in his city.

Bo Jackson Alabama News
Watch: Emotional Bo Jackson reflects on career after being inducted into Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame

The legendary Bo Jackson was officially inducted into the Kansas City Royals Hall of Fame on Saturday.

JaMarcus Russell Alabama News
Former NFL QB JaMarcus Russell fired from Williamson High School coaching position; Accused of stealing $74K donation intended for alma mater

Former first-round NFL Draft pick JaMarcus Russell has reportedly been relieved of his duties as assistant football coach at his alma mater, Williamson High School in Mobile. He is facing a lawsuit regarding a $74,000 donation intended for the school.

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'Embarrassed for the country': Britt blasts 'weak' Biden after first 2024 presidential debate

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) said she was "embarrassed for the country" while watching President Joe Biden on the debate stage the night before.

Auburn basketball camp Alabama News
Watch: Auburn basketball camp opens with national anthem

Auburn basketball is hosting two camps this week, and head coach Bruce Pearl shared a video on Thursday showing he opens his camps every day by playing the national anthem.

Birmingham-Southern Alabama News
Miles College signs letter of intent to acquire Birmingham-Southern College campus

Miles College in Birmingham has reportedly signed a letter of intent to purchase Birmingham-Southern College, which closed on May 31 after legislation to give the financially distressed college a $30 million loan failed to garner enough support in the Alabama House.

Scott Brewer Alabama News
Ivey appoints J. Scott Brewer to Talladega County District Judge

On Monday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced J. Scott Brewer had been appointed as District Judge in Talladega County.

Rickwood Field Alabama News
Watch: Timelapse of Rickwood Field renovations ahead of MLB game

The City of Birmingham spent $4.5 million for the renovations to bring the field up to MLB standards while also keeping Rickwood’s history and legacy intact.

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