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Montgomery County sheriff boasts of multi-agency task force crime reduction, calls for ban on Glock switches

Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham recently boasted of the success of the recently formed, multi-agency task force designed to reduce rampant crime in Alabama’s capital city and pushed for a statewide ban on Glock switches.

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Alabama preparing for Hurricane Milton evacuees: 'Our teams are ready'

Alabama could see tens of thousands of evacuees as Hurricane Milton plows towards the Florida peninsula.

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State Rep. Givan demands resignation of Birmingham Police chief over 'never ending bloodbath' of violent crime — 'The chief is ultimately responsible'

In a continuation of drama in the magic city related to ongoing crime, State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) publicly called on Monday for the resignation of Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond for failing to address the "never ending bloodbath" in her district.

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Dobson promotes legislation requiring federal government to notify state, local officials when resettling migrants

Caroleene Dobson announced on Monday that if elected she will push for legislation requiring the federal government to provide specific information to state and local officials whenever migrants, illegal immigrants, or other foreign nationals are placed in communities.

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Ivey signs official day of remembrance as Alabama lawmakers acknowledge one-year anniversary of October 7 attacks in Israel

Governor Kay Ivey signed a proclamation on Monday, remembering the year anniversary of the Oct. 7, 2023 attack against Israel, while Alabama's federal lawmakers also used the anniversary to push for continued support for Israel and the release of the remaining hostages held by Hamas.

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SCOTUS denies Mobile clinic’s appeal of Alabama Supreme Court’s IVF ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday denied an appeal by the Center for Reproductive Medicine at Mobile Infirmary of a February ruling by the Alabama Supreme Court.

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General election registration deadline October 21

Citizens have until October 21 to register to vote in the general election.

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Attorney removed from Austin Patrick Hall capital murder case due to 'irretrievable breakdown'

The court-appointed attorney representing a man charged in the 2022 death of a Bibb County deputy has been removed from the case.

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Tuberville urges more people to 'come to their senses' with less than 30 days from presidential election — 'It's your country that's at stake'

With less than 30 days until the presidential election, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) is calling on Republicans to get out the vote for new leadership to get the country back on the right track.

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'From the River to the Sea': Anti-Israel protesters vandalize Auburn University main gate (Video)

The Auburn Police Department responded Sunday evening after anti-Israel protesters vandalized Auburn University’s entrance with chalk paint.

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State Sen. Orr asks if the Biden-Harris administration is attempting to suppress GOP voter turnout in Western North Carolina with slow Helene response

State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) recently expressed concern over the federal government's slow response to Hurricane Helene and questioned the Biden-Harris administration's motives following reports that the Federal Emergency Management Agency squandered millions of dollars on aiding criminal aliens.

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State Rep. Simpson pre-files bill allowing death penalty for child rape, sodomy

State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) pre-filed a bill to make first-degree rape or sodomy of a child five years of age and under a capital offense, punishable by death. The change would apply to defendants 18 and older.

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Conservation officials urge safety following hunting incident deaths of two teens

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) is reminding hunters to be safe this hunting season following the death of two teens during the 2023-2024 season.

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Bayou La Batre shipyard's $37.55 million expansion to create 136 jobs

Birdon America Inc., a U.S. subsidiary of Australian-based maritime resource group Birdon, will invest in a $37.55 million expansion at its Bayou La Batre shipyard.

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Federal judge keeps partial block of ballot harvesting law in place one month from election

On Friday, Chief U.S. District Judge David Proctor kept a partial preliminary injunction on a new ballot harvesting law passed by the legislature in March in place.

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Tuberville, Britt call for DOJ accountability for ignoring 'non-negligible amount of voter participation by non-citizens'

U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) recently joined several Senate colleagues in demanding accountability from U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland for the Department of Justice (DOJ) for failing to prevent noncitizens from registering to vote in America’s federal elections.

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DHS partners with NASCAR to stop the online sexual exploitation of children

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is partnering with NASCAR to protect the children of Alabama from online sexual exploitation.

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State Sen. Elliott: If Kamala Harris elected president, legislative special session on immigration immediately needed

With no clear front-runner in next month's presidential election, State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) is contemplating the possibility of a President-elect Kamala Harris in November.

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Biden administration not extending CHNV parole of Haitians, other migrants resettled in Alabama, other states

The Biden administration announced on Friday that it would not be extending the parole of Haitians and others in the United States through the federal program that has sent shockwaves through Alabama and the rest of the country.

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Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources opposes State Rep. Simpson's jubilee fishing license exemption bill

The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) Commissioner is not in favor of a pre-filed bill exempting fishing license requirements during a jubilee.

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Rep. Barry Moore joins letter urging AG Merrick Garland not to delay release of Jan. 6 report – 'Garland must be held accountable'

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) recently joined a letter warning U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland not to allow the Department of Justice to delay releasing information on the presence of federal agents during the Jan. 6, 2021 riots at the U.S. Capitol.

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Alabama Supreme Court sides with Jackson Hospital, Ivey in COVID-19 liability case; Chief Justice questions governor's use of 'emergency' power in dissent

Members of the Alabama Supreme Court ruled on Friday that Montgomery’s Jackson Hospital is immune from a 2020 wrongful death lawsuit brought by a patient’s family.

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School systems stretched while addressing needs of English Learning students

Alabama public schools are experiencing challenges as more non-English speaking students enroll.

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House Pro Tem Chris Pringle slams DOJ’s Black Belt wastewater program: ‘They’re not really addressing the issues’

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is forcing the state to do something it’s “not really supposed to do” by forcing the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) to provide septic and wastewater infrastructure in Lowndes County, according to House Pro Tempore Chris Pringle (R-Mobile).

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Alabama lawmakers slam Biden, Harris for giving FEMA funds to illegal aliens while Hurricane Helene money dwindles

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas announced on Wednesday that, while FEMA does have sufficient money to deal with the “immediate needs” of those affected by Helene, it would be tapped out for the remainder of hurricane season. 

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Dockworkers suspend strike until Jan. 15; Alabama Port Authority: 'This is an encouraging step in the right direction'

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) members returned to work after a three-day strike. The ILA agreed to suspend the strike until Jan. 15, 2025, while contract negotiations take place.

Jubilee Alabama News
State Rep. Simpson pre-files bill removing fishing license requirements during jubilees

State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) pre-filed HB-55, which would remove the saltwater fishing license requirement during jubilees.

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