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Arrests made in Dadeville 'Sweet 16' party shooting; Investigation still in early stages, officials say

Officials announced Wednesday morning that two people were arrested in connection to a deadly Sweet 16 birthday party in Dadeville.

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U.S. House GOP touts first 100 days with majority on Capitol Hill — 'We have been hard at work and have produced results'

Republican lawmakers on Capitol Hill touted their first 100 days holding the majority in the U.S. House of Representatives on Monday and criticized President Joe Biden and other prominent Democrats for lagging behind.

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U.S. Rep. Rogers suggests sending arms to Taiwan — Would accelerate development of missiles his largest campaign contributor is competing for right to produce

Representative Mike Rogers (R-Saks), chairman of the U.S. House Armed Services Committee, urged military officials on Tuesday to accelerate the development of a missile that his largest campaign contributor is competing to obtain the right to produce. 

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ALEA, other law enforcement officials remain mum on possible suspects in Dadeville shooting

Investigators in the case of a April 15 shooting that killed four people and injured 32 at a Sweet 16 birthday party in Dadeville continue to refuse to release any information on suspects.

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‘Huge sigh of relief’ for family after man charged in traffic death of well-known Mobile runner Victor Birch

A man involved in a deadly crash that killed a Mobile man in September of 2022 has been indicted on a manslaughter charge after prosecutors originally said he wouldn’t face charges.

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House unanimously passes bill to remove 'failing school' language from Alabama law

A bill to change Alabama’s “failing school” designation has unanimously passed the Alabama House of Representatives.

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Transgender college athlete bill passes Alabama House with bipartisan support: 'It is just not fair for a man to play against the women'

Legislation barring college athletes from participating in sports that do not correspond to their biological sex passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday.  

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Fmr District Attorney Michael Jackson on dismissed voter fraud case: 'What good is it to run if you have no chance of winning?'

Voter fraud has “just been a big problem in the Black Belt…which is not fair to candidates who are running,” according to Alabama’s former Fourth Judicial Circuit District Attorney Michael Jackson.

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State Sen. Hovey warns of efforts 'to try to politicize' Dadeville shooting as Democrats move on gun legislation

State Sen. Jay Hovey (R-Auburn) said on Tuesday that “people are going to try to politicize” the Dadeville shooting, but “we’re never going to be able to legislate morality.”

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ALGOP poll shows 'protecting children from woke policies' a top priority for Alabama voters

“Protecting children from woke policies” a top priority for Alabama voters according to a poll from the Alabama Republican Party.

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Construction on new Baldwin County bridge ramps up as hearings continue in lawsuit against ALDOT

Hearings will resume Wednesday in the case of Baldwin County Bridge Company, LLC v. John R. Cooper.

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Ivey calls for expanding Pre-K in Alabama — 'Success in classrooms starts with the youngest of learners'

Governor Kay Ivey called for expanding Alabama’s Pre-K program on Monday.

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Bill to end requirement for local governments to advertise notices in newspapers advances in House

Legislation by State Rep. Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa) ending requirements that local governments have to advertise or publish notices in a newspaper narrowly passed a House committee last week.

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Prattville mothers fighting to remove LGBTQ+ books from children's section of local library

A group of concerned moms in Prattville is struggling to get several LGBTQ+ books aimed at children removed from the toddler and children’s section of the Prattville library.

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Victims in Dadeville 'Sweet 16' party shooting identified; 32 now reported injured

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said the number of those injured in a shooting at a Sweet 16 birthday party in Dadeville has increased to 32.

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Tattoo artists in Gulf Shores move out with police escort after co-worker indicted on multiple charges including attempted rape

Several employees of Patches Tattoo & Piercings, in Gulf Shores, gathered their belongings from the building Monday after they said they felt uncomfortable working with a man who was recently indicted on several charges.

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Diversity dollars: Who are the highest paid DEI admin at Alabama’s three largest public universities?

Alabama’s three largest tax-funded universities are spending at least $2.5 million a year on salaries for staff working in diversity, equity and inclusion departments on campus.

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Report: Sewell calling for an investigation into Alabama train derailments after four incidents with Norfolk Southern trains in the state

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) is expected to send a letter Monday to the Federal Railroad Administration to call for an investigation into several train derailments in Alabama after four incidents in the state this year, all having to do with Norfolk Southern trains.

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State Rep. Oliver ‘heartbroken’ and ‘very concerned’ over 'Sweet 16' party shooting in hometown of Dadeville

State Rep. Ed Oliver (R-Dadeville) said he and other community members are patiently waiting for information about a deadly shooting that claimed four lives and injured 28 people over the weekend.

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Proposed legislation would increase funds allocated to sheriff's offices for lost pistol permit revenue

A bill to increase funds for local sheriff’s offices for lost revenue from selling pistol permits has been filed in the Alabama House of Representatives.

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Alabama officials mourn with Dadeville community over deadly shooting — 'Violent crime has NO place in our state'

"This morning, I grieve with the people of Dadeville and my fellow Alabamians,” Gov. Kay Ivey said in a statement. “Violent crime has NO place in our state, and we are staying closely updated by law enforcement as details emerge.”

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Biden, anti-gun activists use Dadeville 'Sweet 16' shooting to push for gun control

While many key details surrounding the fatal shooting in Dadeville on Saturday have yet to be released, President Joe Biden and others have wasted no time in seizing the moment to push for more gun control.

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18 hours after Dadeville 'Sweet 16' shooting ALEA offering few details on suspect, threat to the public; Number of injured increases

None of the multiple agencies that responded to the shooting has let the community know if there is a mass shooter on the loose and if the community is in danger.

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20 shot, 4 dead after shooting at Dadeville 'Sweet 16' birthday gathering

According to various reports, a Sweet 16 birthday party turned deadly in Dadeville late Saturday.

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AG Marshall on bingo raids: 'Our job is to enforce the laws that the legislature gives us'

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is standing by his decision to shut down 14 bingo halls in Jefferson County earlier this week.

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State Rep. Simpson says a return to truth in sentencing possible

It's not a secret that Alabama's criminal justice system is fraught with problems, including the prison system, which leaves much to be desired.

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Gulf Shores tattoo artist indicted on charges stemming from reported attempted rape in Mud Bugs Pub & Club parking lot

A Baldwin County grand jury returned multiple charges against a man accused of trying to rape a woman in a club parking lot and then trying to intimidate a witness.

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