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Body found in Cheaha State Park believed to be missing Ohio hiker

The Cleburne County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a body was found in Cheaha State Park Saturday.

Marty Ann vessel Alabama News
Bodies of Semmes Middle School teacher, friend found during search off Dauphin Island

The United States Coast Guard Sector Mobile continues to search for a seven-year-old boy after his father and another man were found dead off Dauphin Island.

Athens City Hall Alabama News
City of Athens ends video recording of public comments, blocks users from commenting on Facebook

The Athens City Council has made some moves that appear to limit citizens' ability to question or comment on what transpires at the council meetings.

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Alabama federal judge issues funny, creative commonsense order to two nitpicking attorneys

It is a most unusual court order.

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Jefferson County Coroner examines deaths associated with Adderall

Law enforcement and healthcare providers nationwide are working to combat a potential amphetamine crisis before it claims more lives.

Swingin Medallions Alabama News
‘Swingin’ Medallions' bring annual Christmas party to Gadsden December 6

Swingin' Medallions bring Christmas party to Gadsden on Dec. 6. "Double Shot" of holidays.

Carlee Russell, David Carpenter Alabama News
'Liberal trash' judge approving early release of Five Points South mass shooting suspect gave Carlee Russell no jail time despite police chief, prosecutor's objections

Jefferson County Circuit Court Judge David Carpenter, who approved a plea agreement for the man now charged in the deadly Five Points West shooting that left four dead and 17 injured, was also responsible for the proverbial slap on the wrist in the kidnapping hoax of Carlee Russell that grabbed national headlines in 2023 and led to the creation of a new state law.

Adderall XR capsules are displayed on Friday, Feb. 24, 2023. (AP Photo/Jenny Kane) Alabama News
Dying to stay awake: Adderall, other stimulants, could be the next drug epidemic

A drug that is often taken innocently to address a real need is now threatening to become the next drug epidemic. Adderall, most commonly prescribed to treat attention deficit attention disorder (ADHD), is causing users to become addicted and in some cases, graduate to stronger, more illicit drugs such as methamphetamine.

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Which North Alabama small businesses are engaging in Small Business Saturday?

Northern Alabama is gearing up for Small Business Saturday.

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Blind Boys of Alabama annual Christmas show set for December 1

On December 1, the first day of Advent, the Blind Boys of Alabama perform their Christmas Show in Birmingham.

Redistricting Alabama News
Trial over state congressional redistricting map to commence in February 2025

The full trial of Allen v. Milligan, the state’s battle over congressional redistricting, is slated to kick off on Feb. 10, 2025, to rule on the constitutionality of lawmakers’ 2023 map that was thrown out by federal judges ahead of the 2024 general election.

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Woodfin appoints Andre McShan, Monique Gardner to Birmingham Water Works Board

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin announced the appointment of Dr. Andre McShan and Dr. Monique Gardner Witherspoon to the Birmingham Water Works Board this week. 

Tuscaloosa Immigrant Scheme Alabama News
Two arrested in Tuscaloosa County for subjecting multiple illegals to ‘forced servitude’ in alleged immigration scheme

Two individuals in Tuscaloosa County have been arrested and charged with multiple counts of human trafficking related to an alleged scheme involving the importation of immigrants from South America and subjecting them to “forced servitude” under fear of deportation.

Judge David Carpenter Alabama News
Judge who allowed release of Five Points South shooting suspect denies culpability

A Jefferson County judge is denying culpability for approving a plea deal that allowed the early release of a suspect recently charged in the Five Points South shooting and 10 other cases.

Geminids Alabama News
Geminids meteor showers visible in Alabama now, peak December 13-14

The Geminids meteor showers are visible nightly in Alabama and peak Dec. 13-14.

State Rep. Mark Shirey Alabama News
State Rep. Shirey calls 2024 gambling effort 'tough vote, very hard vote,' downplays future 'plain' lottery vote chances

During an appearance on Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show" on Wednesday, State Rep. Mark Shirey (R-Mobile), a proponent of the failed effort, acknowledged the hurdles that would have had to be overcome for success.

Bill "Bubba" Bussey Alabama News
'Grab your floaties and join me on the lake': Rick & Bubba's Bill 'Bubba' Bussey announces 'Bubba on the Lake' podcast

With the long-time "Rick & Bubba Show" morning drive radio program ending next month, Bill "Bubba" Bussey is turning his focus to podcasting beginning in 2025.

Pissed Off Nation Alabama News
'I've been rubbing FEMA's nose in this': Locust Fork man makes 14 trips and counting to help North Carolina hurricane survivors

People lost their lives, homes, jobs and property in the devastating storm. Among those delivering relief from Alabama was Michael Stapleton of Locust Fork.

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Alabama family thankful for life and service of former AD Bill Battle, who died on Thanksgiving Day at 82

Former Alabama player and AD Bill Battle died on Thanksgiving Day at 82.

SCOTUS Alabama News
Biden administration petitions SCOTUS to review case challenging Alabama’s transgender youth treatment ban

Attorneys representing the Biden administration petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday to review a lawsuit challenging Alabama's ban on transgender treatment for minors.

Donald Trump Alabama News
Tuberville, Britt, Moore decry ‘abhorrent’ threats on Trump’s transition team

The FBI announced on Wednesday that it was investigating a series of threats made against nearly a dozen prominent members of President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming cabinet.

Jackson and Bethany Agee Alabama News
Thankful and giving: Foley woman donating kidney to New Hampshire teen she found on Facebook

This Thanksgiving, a Baldwin County woman is giving a New Hampshire teen something to be thankful for: The gift of life. Bethany Agee is donating a kidney as a living donor.

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Alabama, 10 states suing BlackRock and Vanguard for 'anti competitive’ conspiracy targeting coal industry

Alabama and 10 other states sued three major asset managers on Wednesday in federal court for “conspiring to artificially constrict the market for coal.”

Powow Alabama News
Annual Poarch Creek Pow Wow a Thanksgiving two-day tradition

A different kind of Thanksgiving observance Nov. 28-29 at Atmore's PCI Pow Wow.

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State Rep. Givan files bill requiring state licensing for makeup artists, estheticians

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) has pre-filed legislation ahead of the 2025 legislative session requiring the state to license estheticians and makeup artists.

Kay Ivey Alabama News
Ivey proclaims Small Business Saturday, encourages Alabamians to shop local

Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday called on Alabamians to show their support for small businesses by proclaiming Saturday as Small Business Saturday.

Nash and Collins Alabama News
Mother, boyfriend charged in blunt-force trauma death of Jefferson County 4-year-old

The Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office charged a mother and her boyfriend in connection to the death of a child in August.

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