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House bill would prohibit political parties from disqualifying candidates based on political contributions

A bill barring state political parties from disqualifying potential candidates based upon political contributions from individuals or Political Action Committees (PACs) has been re-filed in the Alabama House of Representatives for the 2025 legislative session.

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Dobson commits to ‘ensuring access’ to IVF treatments

Caroleene Dobson told supporters on Friday she was committed to raising awareness in the final days of the general election about in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments.

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Katie Britt goes on offense for alleged treatment of Marine vet reportedly booted off Delta Air Lines flight for T-shirt opposing veteran suicide

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has joined an effort with U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) questioning Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian for the treatment of Marine Corps veteran Catherine Banks, who was reportedly removed from a Delta flight for wearing a T-shirt that raised awareness about military suicides. 

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How much did the University of Alabama make from athletics in fiscal year 2024?

The University of Alabama broke even on athletics for fiscal year 2024 with total revenues and expenses both at $243,096,720.

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AEA encouraging union members to lobby lawmakers to ‘limit the damage’ of school choice

The Alabama Education Association (AEA) is encouraging its members to contact lawmakers ahead of the 2025 legislative session to “limit the damage” of Alabama’s 2024 school choice legislation.

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Ivey sends 125 more Alabama National Guard soldiers to U.S.-Mexico border

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced Alabama is deploying an additional 125 soldiers to the United States-Mexico border.

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Tuberville to join Trump at Madison Square Garden rally on Sunday

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) will join former President Donald Trump’s rally at Madison Square Garden in New York City on Sunday afternoon.

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Active investigation underway in death of Alabama man whose liver was mistakenly removed during surgery

The Walton County, Florida Sheriff's Office confirmed to 1819 News an active investigation is underway in the death of William Dale "Bill" Bryan, 70, of Muscle Shoals.

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State Health Officer Scott Harris named president of Soros-linked national org with focus on 'health equity'

Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris was named president of the Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO). The non-profit represents public health agencies and public health professionals nationwide and has ties to George Soros.

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Tuberville on AL-2 race: 'Obama lookalike' Shomari Figures 'not going to represent the district — He's going to represent the Democratic Party in Washington, D.C.'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) on Thursday weighed in on Alabama's hotly contested second congressional district race and took a shot at Democrat candidate Shomari Figures.

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14-year-old Montgomery juvenile charged with terroristic threat that put Opelika High School on lockdown

A 14-year-old Montgomery juvenile has been arrested and charged with making a terroristic threat against Opelika High School after the campus was locked down while police cleared the area on Tuesday.

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Montgomery Police investigating shooting that left three men and two juveniles wounded

An investigation is currently underway in Montgomery after five people, including two juveniles, were shot on Wednesday evening.

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WWII plane lands in Foley, will be first of several for new museum exhibit

Foley Mayor Ralph Hellmich was on board a 1941 N3N biplane when it touched down at the Foley Municipal Airport Thursday.

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Electrical contractors board grilled by lawmakers about hires, finances

Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors members and staff were questioned by lawmakers on Thursday after State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne) called for a state investigation into the board’s previous administrative services company.

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Montgomery Police investigating Friday morning shooting that left two dead

Montgomery Police are investigating a shooting that left two dead early Friday morning.

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AG Marshall backs SoS Allen, lawmakers for bolstering election integrity measures despite legal challenges

Despite a bevy of legal challenges, Attorney General Steve Marshall had nothing but high praise for Secretary of State Wes Allen and others in the state for recent efforts to increase election integrity in the state of Alabama.

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House Speaker Ledbetter calls 2011 immigration enforcement HB 56 'a good bill,' criticizes federal courts for overturning it

According to House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville), the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act undermined by the federal courts could get another look, if necessary.

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U.S. Rep. Palmer on possible federal IVF legislation: ‘I want it done in a way that is moral’

Speaking on the future of protecting in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment, U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) suggested implementing “a sensible approach” to the practice, including implementing safeguards that possibly prevent excessive numbers of destroyed embryos.

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Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama endorses Dobson in AL-2

The Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama (ABC of Alabama) have endorsed Caroleene Dobson in her bid for the U.S. Congress in the newly drawn second congressional district.

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'The time is right': Birmingham Police Chief Thurmond announces retirement to put family first

Birmingham Police Chief Scott Thurmond will retire on November 29. Thurmond announced the news on Thursday, thanking Mayor Randall Woodfin for the opportunity.

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U.S. Rep. Moore one of few GOP candidates reportedly targeted by Chinese bots for Israel support — 'We know that the CCP is antisemitic'

According to a Wednesday report from Microsoft, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is one of a handful of congressional candidates being targeted by Chinese bots ahead of the November 5 election, both for policies critical of the Chinese Communist Party and supportive of Israel.

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ALGOP releases 'Contract with Alabama' ahead of general election — 'These priorities represent the core of who we are as Republicans'

The Alabama Republican Party recently released Its “Contract with Alabama,” which serves as a “clear roadmap" and highlights ALGOP’s commitment to “strengthening our communities, supporting families, and advancing policies that put people first.”

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Macon County inmate with history of escape attempts charged with murder in beating death of elderly man

The Alabama State Bureau of Investigation is currently investigating the in-custody murder of a 72-year-old inmate at the Macon County Detention Facility and has charged a suspect with the murder.

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'I hated working with him': Co-workers doubted surgeon who removed Alabama's man liver instead of spleen

The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) released a 47-page report after interviewing witnesses and a surgeon after an Alabama's man liver was removed, killing him.

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State Rep. Simpson calls for state investigation into occupational licensing firm

The Alabama Attorney General’s Office should open an investigation into Smith Warren Management for “stealing money” from licensing boards, according to State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne).

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Tense Prison Oversight Committee meeting filled with criticism over parole board's guidelines — 'You’ve, inadvertently, made the case that the board needs oversight'

On Wednesday, lawmakers on the Joint Prison Oversight Committee had a series of tense exchanges with Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles chair Leigh Gwathney regarding the board’s guidelines for reviewing possible parolees.

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Athens community calls out city council for disregard of sewage issues in the historical black Strain Road community

The Athens City Council continues to be embroiled in controversy, this time over the treatment of the historically black community on Strain Road and Luke Street.

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