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Public Service Commission looking into high power bills statewide; Blames Biden administration

The Alabama Public Service Commission (APSC) blamed the Biden administration for higher power bills across the state.

Kay Ivey on Capitol Journal, 2/16/2024 Alabama News
Ivey dismisses gambling opponent concerns: 'They don't have to gamble'

On Friday's broadcast of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," Gov. Kay Ivey weighed in on the first two weeks of the legislative session, which included the House of Representatives' passage of a comprehensive package she endorsed.

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Alabama Supreme Court rules IVF embryos are protected under Wrongful Death of a Minor Act

An embryo created through in-vitro fertilization (IVF) is a child protected by Alabama’s wrongful death act and the Alabama Constitution, the Alabama Supreme ruled on Friday. 

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Alabama Senior Olympics 2024: Registration now open

Alabama folks age 50 and up can compete in the Alabama Senior Olympics 2024 Games.

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State Rep. Phillip Ensler's anti-swatting bill advances in House

Legislation by State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) that would add criminal penalties for swatting in the state is heading for a vote in the Alabama House of Representatives.

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Elmore County Sheriff’s Deputy commits suicide during training event in Fultondale

The law enforcement community is mourning the loss of one of its own after a tragic incident in Fultondale Thursday.

ACS Reeves Alabama News
Albertville superintendent asks for more funding to handle rapid growth, immigrant language barrier — 'I beg you to call and email your local legislators'

Albertville City Schools is in desperate need of more funding to accommodate its rapid growth and immigrant population, according to Superintendent Bart Reeves.

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Pay raise bill for boards of registrars passes Senate

Legislation giving boards of registrars a pay raise passed the Senate by a 15-10 margin on Thursday.

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Ivey applauds passage of gambling legislation: 'In their current form, these bills will continue to have my support'

Governor Kay Ivey recently praised the House of Representatives for passing a series of comprehensive gambling bills allowing for casino gaming, sports betting, and a lottery in the state.

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Female store clerk 1, criminal 0 in Fultondale robbery attempt

It may have seemed like a smart opportunity. Quiet Sunday afternoon in out-of-the-way Fultondale. One store clerk on duty (a female at that).

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Barry Moore leads resolution for immediate release of Nicaraguan pastors

On Friday, U.S. Rep Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) introduced a resolution condemning the imprisonment of 11 pastors in Nicaragua on what Moore says are trumped-up charges.

Moonmission Alabama News
Rocket to moon launched Thursday with help from Alabama developer

Did you ever think you’d live to see colonization of the Moon?  One small step for a man from Alabama, a giant leap for mankind.

Richards Alabama News
Long-time TV anchor Scott Richards dies in Birmingham

One of the best-known voices and faces in the Birmingham television market has died.  Scott Richards passed away from a medical emergency on Valentine’s Day.

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Alabama Senators eye comprehensive gambling legislation: ‘It would be very embarrassing for the Senate to fail’

The gambling debate will now move to the State Senate after the House of Representatives passed two comprehensive bills on Thursday.

State Rep, Chris Blackshear on APTV's Capitol Journal, 2/15/2024 Alabama News
State Rep. Blackshear: 'Our caucus is still together'

Thursday's 67-31 vote for House Bill 152, the enabling legislation accompanying a constitutional amendment on gambling, marked the end of a contentious week for members of the Alabama House of Representatives.

Belinda Thomas Alabama News
Republican congressional district 2 hopefuls focus on immigration, national debt in Montgomery forum

With less than three weeks until the primary election on March 5, five Republican candidates in the newly created congressional district 2 discussed immigration, the national debt and their backgrounds at a forum in Montgomery hosted by the Montgomery County Republican Party and the Capital City Young Republicans on Thursday night.

Stephen Raby Alabama News
Who is Steve Raby?

Alabama politics has many influential people. However, few have risen to the level of long-time political operative Steve Raby.

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Grateful Dead tribute February 17 in Birmingham: Cosmic Charlie

On Saturday Deadheads in Alabama will be heading to the Southside of Birmingham to the club, Zydeco. 'Cosmic Charlie' will do their tribute to "The Grateful Dead.'

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Trial pushed back for Gulf Shores tattoo artist accused of trying to rape woman in parking lot

The trial for a Gulf Shores tattoo artist accused of trying to rape a woman in the parking lot of Mud Bugs Pub & Club on August 28, 2022, has been rescheduled.

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Foley to begin work on new $20 million library

The City of Foley is clearing land for the new public library, which is expected to be completed in 2025. However, the city stated it plans to keep as many trees as possible on properties impacted.

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Search for lost Mardi Gras crown in Mobile  

The search is on for a lost crown of a past Mardi Gras queen from a parade in Mobile.

Bryan Taylor Alabama News
Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn endorses Bryan Taylor for Chief Justice

Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn has endorsed Bryan Taylor for Alabama Chief Justice.

Caroleene Dobson Alabama News
AL-2 candidate Caroleene Dobson says federal money can build new I-10 Bayway bridge without a toll  

Caroleene Dobson, a Montgomery attorney and native of rural Monroe County in the district, addressed a problem that has plagued Mobile and southern Alabama for decades.

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Alabama Senate votes to ban lab-grown meat

Members of the State Senate voted to ban the sale of lab-grown meat in Alabama on Thursday.

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Alabama House of Representatives handily approves comprehensive gambling legislation

The Alabama House of Representatives passed two bills on Thursday to allow comprehensive gambling in Alabama.  

Westerman Alabama News
U.S. Rep. takes fight for imprisoned Mountain Gateway pastors to House floor

U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) spoke in Washington, D.C. Wednesday on behalf of over a dozen people imprisoned by the Nicaraguan government.

Donna Givens Alabama News
'Sound of Freedom Act' advances in House committee

The Sound of Freedom Act unanimously passed the House Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, bringing it one step closer to final passage.

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