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U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is vowing to do whatever it takes to prevent Meta Platforms from being able to engage with "romantic or sensual" conversations with children after a Reuters report exposed an internal policy document that permitted the company’s chatbots to flirt with minors.

Governor Kay Ivey announced the special election dates for Alabama House District 38 on Friday. 

The 2025 Alabama Home & Garden Show will open this Friday, August 15, at the Trussville Civic Center.

Dr. Carol Self has died. Former UA cheerleader and Million Dollar Band march leader.

Amtrak's new "Mardi Gras Service" route will begin on August 18.

In addition to securing elections, Allen, who is currently running for state lieutenant governor, said he wanted to make the state safer for children and other potential human trafficking victims. That’s why his office has partnered with the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency in launching the new Alabama Combats Trafficking program to engage small businesses and retailers in raising awareness and recognizing the signs of human trafficking.

On Thursday’s episode of “The Dale Jackson Show,” State. Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) said the continued speculation over a Bruce Pearl senate run was a “distraction” pushed by Alabama fans to pull him away from coaching.

The Fairhope Public Library debate has elicited passionate responses from both sides to the point that it has become a prominent issue in the City of Fairhope's municipal elections on August 26.

The Scottsboro Police Department is mourning the loss of "one of its most respected leaders."

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) announced the death of another K9.

A federal judge in Alabama on Wednesday rejected a request by the ACLU of Alabama to stop an anti-DEI law passed by state lawmakers in 2024.

Making the nation’s capital “safe and beautiful again” is a “national priority,” according to U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery).

The Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an apparent triple murder/suicide in Daphne in an otherwise quiet and safe neighborhood, where the sheriff says people are proud to live.

GE Appliances announced on Wednesday that six refrigerator models would now be manufactured at its Decatur plant instead of in China.

Montgomery County Circuit Judge Monet Gaines granted a temporary restraining order on Tuesday against state enforcement of a recently passed vape law.

Birmingham’s mayor, Randall Woodfin, is going all in with his support of the legalization of marijuana, earning him the endorsement of the Alabama Cannabis Coalition. According to Woodfin, “Alabama needs to legalize cannabis, not just because it’s something that sounds nice, but because it advances justice and is good for our economy.”

Two Phenix City women were arrested on multiple charges of absentee ballot fraud on Wednesday.

The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Prichard police officer after detectives said he withheld evidence during an arrest.

State Rep. Ben Harrison (R-Elkmont) announced Wednesday he will seek another term representing District 2.

The Birmingham Police Department re-arrested a murder suspect on Wednesday after a court mistakenly allowed him to post bond and be released.

One of the main themes in the upcoming Hoover municipal elections is transparency. Nearly every candidate is united in calling for and promising more of it.

A former Tallapoosa County Probate Office employee, Jarrah Shay Keel, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of using her position for personal gain, admitting to stealing $27,861.48 in public funds.

On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), fresh off his announcement of running for U.S. Senate, praised President Donald Trump's efforts to address rampant crime in Washington, D.C.

Fresh off a Republican primary runoff win in a special election for House District 12 on Tuesday, a new poll shows Cindy Myrex would also be competitive in a hypothetical matchup with State Sen. Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) in 2026.

Over 1,000 people attended the Orange Beach mayoral debate at the Orange Beach Event Center on Tuesday evening.

ProgressPAC, the political arm of the Business Council of Alabama, announced on Tuesday its endorsement of Caroleene Dobson in her campaign for the Republican nomination for Secretary of State in 2026.

Auburn University is phasing out its test-optional admissions avenue for students. The university will continue with a “very limited number” in 2026 and full testing returning in 2027, with applicants required to submit a SAT or ACT score.