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'Whether you like it or not, it's the law': House Speaker Ledbetter explains lawsuit against AHSAA leadership in wake of CHOOSE Act controversy

Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter called out the Alabama High School State Athletic Association for punishing families and students who have utilized the CHOOSE Act to access improved educational opportunities.

Killen Alabama News
Woman files lawsuit against Town of Killen, police chief and former police officer after being sexually assaulted during traffic stop

A Meridianville woman has filed a federal lawsuit against the North Alabama Town of Killen, its police chief and a former police officer after being sexually assaulted during a traffic stop in November 2023.

Dale Strong Alabama News
'Core priorities for the people': Dale Strong votes to strengthen American energy production, national security

U.S. House Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) remained steadfast in his devotion to growing American energy production and strengthening national security during a congressional vote on Capitol Hill this week.

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Bay Minette attorney barred from city facilities, has history of aggressive behavior, conspiracies, police chief says

A Baldwin County attorney accused of attacking a Bay Minette councilman has a history of causing trouble, according to police.

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Jemison man charged after traveling to California monastery with weapons, claiming to be ‘Angel of Death’

An Alabama man is facing charges after the Orange County, Calif. District Attorney’s Office said he traveled to a Catholic monastery claiming to be Michael, the Angel of Death, and making threats.

Colburn Wal Mart Alabama News
'Wake up and smell the gunfire' says non-binary anarchist identified as person of interest in Homewood BLM fire

A woman allegedly connected to a fire inside the Homewood Walmart during Black Lives Matter protest has been identified.

Rainsville Alabama News
DOJ opens investigation into City of Rainsville over denial of addiction-recovery facility to keep out ‘drug addicts’

The Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division launched an investigation into the City of Rainsville on Thursday to determine whether the City violated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act of 2000, and the Fair Housing Act by denying a faith-based organization’s application to operate an addiction-recovery facility.

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Alabama Public Television announces staff cuts due to loss of federal funding

Alabama Public Television (APT) announced on Thursday that due to a $2 million cut in federal funding in its fiscal year 2026, the organization will cut staff and reorganize departments. 

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Ivey, House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter sue AHSAA over CHOOSE Act transfer ruling

Governor Kay Ivey and House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) are seeking an injunction against the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA).

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Man killed in Trussville industrial incident inside cement mixer at time of death

The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office confirmed the identity of an industrial worker killed in Trussville on Wednesday morning.

Will Ainsworth Alabama News
Ainsworth: AHSAA should be stripped of its power due to CHOOSE Act ruling

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth slammed a recent ruling by the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) that said student-athletes who transfer using financial assistance from the state's new CHOOSE Act school choice law will be required to sit out for one year before competing in athletics.

Kelvin Cheatham Alabama News
Father of jailed Cullman spa owner Whitney Cheatham turns himself in; Facing 11 charges

On Thursday, the Cullman Police Department announced that Kelvin Neil Cheatham, the father of Infusion Wellness Spa owner Whitney Cheatham, who went viral for smiling in her mugshot, had voluntarily turned himself in.

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Alabama legislators still undecided on possible special session on State Senate redistricting

The Alabama Legislature is still undecided on whether to call a special session in response to a ruling by a federal judge in August that ordered lawmakers to redraw Alabama’s State Senate map.

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ALEA troopers investigate six fatalities, make 33 DUI arrests, only 1 boating under the influence arrest during Labor Day weekend

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency released numbers of citations and incidents over the Labor Day weekend, and the highway patrol investigated six fatalities. They involved a motorcycle, an ATV and an electric bicycle.

Tuberville Alabama News
'The cavalry is coming': Tuberville introduces bill backing Trump clean up effort in D.C., warns Dem mayors in crime-ridden cities

In a press call with reporters Thursday, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) announced that he has joined a group of fellow Republican legislators in introducing a bill aimed at making the streets of Washington D.C., a safer place.

Cyrus Bachelder Alabama News
'You will all be dead': Huntsville man charged with making terroristic threat against Madison County judge

After threatening the life of a Madison County judge in a series of social media posts, a Huntsville man was arrested Wednesday and charged with first-degree making a terroristic threat.

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Alabama congressional delegation’s voting record ranked 12th in nation for alignment with Biblical principles

As redistricting battles continue to reshape the political landscape, a new national report reveals they are also shifting the policy philosophy of Congress. 

Mac McCutcheon Alabama News
Madison County Commission chairman McCutcheon believes Huntsville 'perfect place' for Space Command

Madison County Commission chairman Mac McCutcheon praised President Donald Trump's decision to move Space Command to Huntsville at a press conference in the Rocket City on Wednesday.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin (left) and Mobile mayoral candidate Barbara Drummond (right). Photo: Randall Woodfin (X). Alabama News
Left-wing Randall Woodfin-affiliated VoteShift moving resources to Mobile for mayoral runoff

A Birmingham-based firm that works to get progressives elected is taking part in the Mobile mayoral race. VoteShift consults campaigns, designs their brand and markets them online and through events.

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Tuberville's gubernatorial campaign raises more than $1 million in August

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) raised $1,028,000 in August for his 2026 campaign for governor. 

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'Democrats have lost their minds and way': Marshall County GOP pushback on billboard message accusing Republicans of 'protecting pedophiles'

The Marshall County Democratic Party recently launched a billboard ad targeting Republicans, apparently accusing GOP leadership of “protecting pedophiles” for not releasing the complete files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

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Judge lifts Aniah's Law hold, sets bail for BLM protester charged with arson

Black Lives Matter (BLM) protester Mercutio Southall had his first hearing on Wednesday morning after being charged with arson, criminal mischief, and possession of hallucinogenic mushrooms. Circuit Judge Kechia Davis lifted the hold under Aniah’s Law, which was a result of the arson charge and granted Southall $30,000 bond.

Harry Still III Alabama News
Baldwin County attorney arrested for assault of Bay Minette city councilman

A Bay Minette attorney is facing an assault charge after he was accused of attacking a Bay Minette city councilman.

Decatur City Council Alabama News
Decatur City Council unanimously approves naming of street after Steve Perkins

The Decatur City Council approved a measure to rename a street in honor of Steve Perkins, who was shot and killed outside of his home in September 2023.

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'Paradise in Progress': Margaritaville Resort Orange Beach construction underway

Crews began digging for the future marina, which will sit across the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) from The Wharf.

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Madison County DA now investigating Deshler High School incident that left student with severe injuries as criminal case — ‘Like starting over from scratch’

Madison County chief deputy District Attorney Tim Gann told 1819 News that his office began investigating the case on Tuesday and that it was like "starting over from scratch.”

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle Alabama News
'We can handle this': Huntsville Mayor Battle downplays concern of excessive growth in North Alabama after Trump's Space Command decision

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle spoke to members of the media on Wednesday about the U.S. Space Command's relocation to the Rocket City and its anticipated impact on the local community and residents.

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