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Allen, Marshall urge SCOTUS to reverse Trump’s removal from Colorado ballot

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen signed on to an amicus brief to be filed with the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) in the Trump v. Anderson case on Thursday.  

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Alabama's congressional delegation split on continuing resolution to temporarily fund government; Britt, Tuberville vote against

Alabama's congressional delegation split voting on a continuing resolution Thursday to fund the federal government into March, while the state's two senators voted against it.

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State Rep. Shirey says time is right to reform State Health Officer role

One area that got notice in 2023 but was thwarted by Democrat lawmakers was reforming the antiquated law governing the Alabama Department of Public Health and its leadership under the direction of the State Health Officer.

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ADEM warning: Dripping faucets causing utility challenges; Boil water notices in place

During this week’s deep freeze across Alabama, many residents were concerned their water pipes could freeze, so they kept their faucets dripping. However, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management (ADEM) said the demand is straining utility companies.

Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville bashes Biden admin reaction to hostilities in Yemen — 'If President Trump had been in office, this wouldn't be happening'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) on Wednesday bashed the Biden administration’s delayed action in addressing Houthi hostilities on the Red Sea, saying the continued global conflicts are indicative of a “soft” foreign policy.

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Jefferson County averaging one suspected drug overdose a day in 2024

Just two and a half weeks into 2024, Jefferson County is already seeing more suspected drug overdose deaths than days of the year.

AUBURN, AL - JANUARY 09 - Head Coach Bruce Pearl during the game between the #16 Auburn Tigers and the Texas A&M Aggies at Neville Arena in Auburn, AL on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. Alabama News
Pearl doubles down on MSNBC criticism for censoring Trump — 'I think it's dangerous'

On Thursday, Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl continued to rail against MSNBC for refusing to air former President Donald Trump's speech on Monday night after he handily won the Iowa Republican caucus.

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Free program Thursday on founder of Dixie Art Colony, Kelly Fitzpatrick, in Wetumpka

Art appreciators are holding a free history program about John Kelly Fitzpatrick, one of the founders of Dixie Art Colony.

Rachel Maddow Alabama News
Tuberville blows off MSNBC's Trump censorship — 'I’ve never watched that channel'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) dismissed MSNBC’s refusal to air former President Donald Trump’s Iowa victory speech after winning a nod from the state’s GOP caucus to be the preferred presidential nominee.

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Bloomberg donates $26 million for new health sciences high school in Demopolis

New York-based Bloomberg Philanthropies announced on Wednesday they were donating $26.4 million to the state of Alabama to assist in funding a potential new health sciences high school in Demopolis. 

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ALDOT project barriers harming Gulf Shores businesses; Barriers stop short to allow access to state-run ABC liquor store

Some businesses along a section of Highway 59 in Gulf Shores are asking the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) to take notice and make changes before they are forced out of business due to a long-term project that got underway in July of 2023. They say since then, sales are down and anxiety is high.

Counting Crows Alabama News
Free Mardi Gras concert on February 3, Senior Bowl night: Counting Crows

Mobile and the surrounding area have two huge annual events coming up – the Reese’s Senior Bowl and Mardi Gras season. Newly added is a free concert

Spot of Tea Alabama News
Mobile's Spot of Tea permanently closes following health department controversy — 'They've extorted me'

The Spot of Tea restaurant in Mobile has permanently closed and is for sale after it was shut down by the Mobile County Health Department multiple times.

Bahama Bobs Alabama News
Bahama Bob’s repairs underway; Owners hope to reopen before Spring Break

The owners of Bahama Bob’s Beach Side Café in Gulf Shores are hoping to reopen in March after a fire caused extensive damage to the building last summer.

Headquarters of United Nations (UN) in Geneva, Switzerland Alabama News
UN calls on Alabama to halt nitrogen gas execution: ‘Could amount to torture’

The United Nations Human Rights office released a statement urging Alabama to halt the nitrogen hypoxia execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith.

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Tuberville endorses Arizona's Kari Lake in U.S. Senate bid

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) has officially endorsed former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake in her upcoming bid for U.S. Senate.

Illegal immigration border crossing Alabama News
State Sen. Bell to re-file bill requiring fingerprinting, DNA samples of illegal aliens in custody

State Sen. Lance Bell (R-Pell City) plans to file legislation again in the upcoming session that would require law enforcement in Alabama to collect fingerprints and DNA of illegal immigrants in custody.

Caroleene Dobson Alabama News
U.S. House District 2 hopeful Caroleene Dobson draws attention, energizes crowd at Mobile GOP candidate forum

Monroe County native turned Birmingham attorney and mother of two Caroleene Dobson packed a punch in her five minutes, speaking about God, family and freedom. Her message resonated with the audience.

Highschoolfootball Alabama News
Dothan City Schools Superintendent Dennis Coe on high school NIL legislation: ‘That’s going to create some monumental changes for athletics’

Some high school athletes in Alabama will potentially earn more than their coaches if legislation is passed to allow high schoolers to profit off their name, image, and likeness, according to Dothan City Schools Superintendent Dennis Coe.

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Aurora Bora Bama? Strange winter storm lights in Alabama night skies

Thousands in Alabama thought they were seeing auroras when they saw something similar Monday night. And they are likely to be seen again Tuesday night.

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Mobile County DHR director denies discrimination claims in federal court filings

Mobile County Department of Human Resources director Stephanie Streeter denies all claims in a seven-count lawsuit against her and the Alabama DHR.

Bruce Pearl Alabama News
Bruce Pearl slams ‘State run media’ MSNBC for censoring Trump’s Iowa victory speech

Auburn basketball head coach Bruce Pearl ripped MSNBC on Tuesday after the network refused to air former President Donald Trump’s speech on Monday night after handily winning the Iowa Republican caucus.

Steve Marshall Alabama News
'A victory for Alabama': AG Marshall commends 11th Circuit for decision allowing enforcement of ban on transgender surgeries, medications for minors

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that Alabama can enforce its 2022 law banning gender transitioning procedures and medications for minors.

Prison interior Alabama News
Corrections officers arrested, charged with accepting CashApp payments to smuggle contraband

Court filings show two former Alabama Department of Corrections officers used CashApp to receive funds for the purposes of smuggling contraband into an Elmore County prison facility.

Trump wins Iowa Alabama News
Tuberville, Britt, Carl, Moore applaud Trump's 'decisive victory' in Iowa caucus — 'Time to make Joe Biden a one-term president'

Former President Donald Trump won a decisive victory in Iowa’s GOP primary caucus on Monday, beating out the other top contenders with 51% of the total vote.

Dick Brewbaker Alabama News
Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn endorses Dick Brewbaker in AL-2 race: 'He walks the walk'

Retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn endorsed former State Sen. Dick Brewbaker (R-Montgomery) in the race for Alabama's newly drawn second congressional district.

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Watch party for Baldwin County contestant on ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Friday: You're Invited

On Friday, Jill Yawn of Baldwin County’s Eastern Shore will compete on the nationally televised game show "Wheel of Fortune."

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