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Church of the Highlands founding pastor Chris Hodges steps down to oversee Highlands College — 'No rocking chairs and golf in my future'

The Church of the Highlands’ founding pastor, Chris Hodges, announced his retirement as head pastor to focus on the Highlands College after serving as its lead pastor since its founding in 2001.

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Birmingham’s Bishop Steven J. Racia says immigration challenges 'not insurmountable'

Birmingham’s Bishop Steven J. Raica responds to recent developments and discussions about immigration, admitting it was a "complex issue."

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John Sledge hired as historian-in-residence of National Maritime Museum

The National Maritime Museum in Mobile has created a Historian-in-Residence and hired author John Sledge.

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'It is in the crosshairs': State Sen. Orr predicts consequences for Magic City Acceptance Academy 'not going by the letter of the law'

During his weekly appearance on Huntsville radio WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show," State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur), who chairs the Senate Education Budget Committee, expressed concerns echoed by other lawmakers regarding Birmingham's Magic City Acceptance Academy, a public charter school that caters to LGBTQ students.

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Shooting at Mobile bar kills one, injures one

The Mobile Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting at Alabama Bar & Lounge.

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Connie Hudson says versatility, inclusiveness, proven record show she's right for next Mobile mayor

Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson wants to leave her post for Mobile's top spot.

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Orange Beach police searching for potential victims of man accused of exploiting elderly

The Orange Beach Police Department is asking the public to come forward with information about possible victims of a scam.

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Montgomery City Council delays vote on loan guarantee to prevent Jackson Hospital closing — 'We have not had time to do our due diligence'

The Montgomery City Council declined to guarantee a loan for Jackson Hospital, which the institution requires to receive $20.5 million from its bondholders to keep its doors open.

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TVA CEO Jeff Lyash retiring

Jeff Lyash, Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) president and chief executive officer, announced his plans to retire on Friday. 

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'Defund every last one of them': State Sen. Elliott reacts to Montgomery museum, Magic City Acceptance Academy controversies

The state of Alabama has been subject to two high-profile public institutions, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and the Magic City Acceptance Academy, seemingly acting in opposition or retaliating against political and cultural views held by a significant majority of the people in this state.

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Matt Clark, aide to former Chief Justice Tom Parker, hired by state AG's capital murder division

Former senior aide to the newly-retired State Chief Justice has been hired by the state AG. He will work in capital murder cases.

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Britt introduces legislation restricting birthright citizenship

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) introduced a bill on Friday that would restrict one of the biggest magnets for illegal immigration into the United States. 

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Barry Moore files bill requiring deportation of illegal aliens convicted of DUI — 'Someone dies in a crash with an impaired driver every 45 minutes'

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) recently reintroduced legislation that would mandate the deportation of illegal aliens convicted of driving while under the influence.

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Alabama Department of Labor renamed; Greg Reed becomes new Department of Workforce secretary

The Alabama Department of Labor will officially be renamed to the Department of Workforce on Saturday. 

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Even left-wing SPLC opposes controversial Montgomery billboard — 'Disrespects John Lewis’ legacy and contributions to the Civil Rights Movement'

The Montgomery-based Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) came out against the controversial billboard that featured a scene from the infamous Selma Bloody Sunday with the slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ pasted over the image.

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Ainsworth 'angry' at Albertville anti-ICE protesters; Forms state task force to 'carry out Trump's round-up' of illegal migrants

Pro-illegal immigration protestors in Albertville have garnered a lot of attention this week, just not the kind they were likely hoping for.

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Daniel Penny’s attorney helping Alabama man in Stand Your Ground case

The legal team that represented New York’s Daniel Penny in his criminal negligence case and succeeded in getting an acquittal, will assist an Alabama man who shot his “deranged” neighbor.

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Pentagon reverses Biden-era abortion travel policy Tuberville protested by blocking military promotions

The Pentagon repealed a Biden-era policy on Tuesday that allowed military members to travel to get abortions on the taxpayer’s dime. 

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Man found dead under I-10 bridge identified as Baldwin County homicide victim; Search for person of interest underway

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) identified the man found dead in the lower Delta near Spanish Fort as a homicide victim.

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Tuberville says Trump ready to make good on tariff threat against Canada, Mexico — 'A huge way to get this country back going again'

On his first day in office, President Donald Trump threatened to place a 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico starting February 1. With that deadline a day away, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said the president is still negotiating but also ready to make good on his threats.

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Britt praises FBI nominee Kash Patel after sparring with lawmakers in Senate hearing – 'He nailed every one of their questions'

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) spoke highly of FBI director nominee Kash Patel’s performance in his senate hearing after earlier questioning the Trump pick over national security and Huntsville’s place in the new administration.

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Flight attendant who assisted Alabama Republicans flying to inauguration dies in Potomac air collision

Alabama Republicans encountered a new friend as they flew to the presidential inauguration. They were shocked to find out that he was later aboard the doomed American Airlines flight.

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60-year tribute to The Beatles at OWA: Liverpool Legends Feb. 7-8

A tribute to the Beatles comes to Foley's OWA Theater Feb. 7-8 on the 60th anniversary of the British Invasion.

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Mobile sheriff offers jail beds in 'largest all-inclusive resort in the state of Alabama' in case of immigration overload

Following President Donald Trump's executive order allowing federal authorities to enforce immigration laws, the Mobile County sheriff is offering assistance in housing federal inmates.

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Export-Import Bank names Spencer Bachus as interim president

The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) today announced that former Alabama U.S. Rep. Spencer Bachus will serve as interim president and chair of the bank’s board of directors.

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Watch: I-10 exit closed after shots-fired incident involving Mobile Police and tractor-riding suspect

Part of I-10 is closed after a shots-fired incident involving Mobile Police and a suspect on a tractor around noon on Thursday.

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Aderholt condemns anti-ICE protests in Albertville — 'Deeply concerning'

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) issued a statement Thursday responding to the protests in Albertville against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and President Donald Trump’s immigration policies.

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