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State Rep. Brown: Numeracy Act passage possible this session

While the Alabama Legislature is still grappling with how it will handle the retention component of the 2019 Literacy Act, some Republican...

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House Committee to vote on $1.3 billion supplemental appropriation

On Wednesday, the Alabama House Ways & Means Education committee is expected to vote on a supplemental appropriation bill to spend...

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Call for domestic oil production throttles up with American Energy Independence Act

Sen. Tommy Tuberville and others in Congress are attempting to address growing concerns of foreign energy dependence in light of the...

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The Daily Detail for 3.1.22

Alabama Series of military bills passed by AL legislature now head to governor's desk World Games directors place ban on Russian athletes...

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Gang activity in Birmingham: 'It's got to stop'

The Bloods, Crips, Gangster Disciples and Vice Lords. All names of gangs that operate nationwide, according to the U.S. Department...

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U.S. Rep. Carl on Ukraine response: Biden does not know how to play offense, stays on defense

On Saturday, the Biden administration announced the approval of $350 million in military aid for Ukraine to help ward off the Russian...

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Conservative groups oppose social-emotional learning and more mental health coordinators in schools

Senate Bill 40 (SB40), sponsored by State Sen. Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham) passed the Senate 28-1. Only Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville)...

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Literacy Act retention component delay future uncertain, says State Rep. Collins

Uncertainty shrouds the future of the Literacy Act's retention component, according to State Rep. Terri Collins (R-Decatur). Collins,...

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Potential Congressional candidate wants ballot access permission from Supreme Court

Dothan area businessman Jeff Coleman wants to run for Congress and is asking Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) and Secretary of State...

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Legislature sends military bills to governor

The Alabama House of Representatives passed a series of bills that were recommended by the Alabama Military Stabilization Commission...

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Alabama Libertarian Party hosts annual convention in Dothan

 The Libertarian Party (LP) of Alabama held its annual convention this past weekend in Dothan. The convention hosted advocates for...

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Elmore County Commission approves to send property tax proposal to legislature

The Elmore County Commission unanimously voted on Monday to send a proposal to nearly double millage rates to the Alabama Legislature....

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Alabama Supreme Court remands case against Birmingham Water Works Board

The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday released a ruling in the case of Cahaba Riverkeeper, Inc., Cahaba River Society, David Butler,...

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VIDEO: Troy Towns endorses Dean Odle

The Dean Odle campaign for Governor announced on Monday that Troy Towns has endorsed Odle’s bid for Governor. Towns is the former...

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Pro-gun attorney concerned about possible 'hidden traps' in Alabama's Constitutional carry bill

Permitless carry, also known as Constitutional carry, has been the end goal of a decade of lobbying by the National Rifle Association...

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State Sen. Elliott stresses ARPA funding oversight in wake of Prichard Water Board scandal

Gucci and Louis Vuitton handbags, Nike sneakers, firearms and various other luxury items were among the $200,000 in goods seized from...

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Meadows: ‘Our school system statewide is not doing the job that we are paying for them to do'

While much good has come from Republican control of the Alabama government, which began in 2011, one area that continues to dog Republicans...

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Aderholt briefs constituents on situation in Lithuania

Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) recently updated his constituents on the situation with Russia’s unprovoked invasion of Ukraine....

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Mo Brooks blames Katie Britt, Richard Shelby for border wall construction failure

U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) is continuing his campaign offensive against one of his opponents, former Business Council of Alabama...

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Albritton says three gaming bills ‘ready to drop;’ seeks to create ‘commission’ for existing games

State Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) vows to take another shot at Alabama’s decades-long gaming saga this session. During an appearance...

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CDC changes recommended COVID-19 vaccine schedule

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) announced on Thursday that after a thorough evaluation of the latest safety and effectiveness...

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Ivey signs ARPA tax relief bill into law

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) has signed House Bill 231 (HB231) into law. The legislation is expected to save Alabamians $87 million in...

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The Daily Detail for 2.28.22

Alabama AL congressional members all weigh in on Ukrainian/Russian conflict Freelance Photojournalist from Opelika is in Ukraine covering...

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Experts warn of cyber-attacks amid Russian invasion of Ukraine

As the Ukrainian government makes a final stand to hold their capital of Kyiv against invading Russian forces, the FBI, along with...

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VIDEO FEATURE: Small town Alabama ‘banging’ out big-time ammo despite shortages

In the past two years, the National Firearm Industry Trade Association has seen more new gun owners. In 2020, 40% of all firearm purchases were made by first-time gun buyers. In 2021, that percentage was 30%. But despite increased sales, supply chain shortages and inflation, one small town Alabama company is producing high quantities of high-quality ammunition.

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Kay Ivey addresses the Alabama Reading Summit

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey (R) addressed the Alabama Reading Summit this week, held in Clanton. The Summit is hosted by the Alabama Literacy...

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Education budget to be in committee Tuesday

The Alabama Ways and Means Education Committee will meet on Tuesday to consider the fiscal year 2022 Education Trust Fund (ETF) budget....

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