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‘Significant triumph for Alabama’: Secretary of State Wes Allen applauds SCOTUS redistricting ruling

A U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruling on Tuesday restoring Alabama’s 6-1 Republican congressional map for the 2026 elections is a “significant triumph for Alabama,” according to Secretary of State Wes Allen.

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Residency doubts linger as Montgomery Councilwoman Marche Johnson skips council meeting

Montgomery City Councilwoman Marche Johnson didn’t attend a Tuesday council meeting after a report questioned whether she lived in the district she represents.

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SCOTUS clears Alabama to use 6-1 Republican map in 2026 election

The U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) ruled in favor of Alabama’s efforts on Tuesday by a 6-3 majority to use a 6-1 Republican congressional map for the 2026 election.

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Bailiff for suspended Judge Yashiba Blanchard arrested for impersonating a peace officer

The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office has arrested James Dozier, the bailiff for suspended Judge Yashiba Blanchard, for impersonating a peace officer.

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L3Harris expands Rocket City facility with $25 million investment: 'Directly aligns with the Department of War’s demand for critical munition acceleration'

On Monday, L3Harris announced another major milestone for the corporation with a $25 million investment in its Rocket City-based Advanced Manufacturing Facility.

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Switched tag leads to fentanyl trafficking arrests in Troy

The Troy Police Department arrested two men on multiple drug charges following a traffic stop on U.S. Highway 231.

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Teen arrested for murder of Eufaula teen found dismembered, set on fire

The Eufaula Police Department made an arrest in the death of a teen found dismembered and burned.

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Republican lawmakers make expanded Public Service Commission nominee recommendations to Ivey

Republican leadership in the State House recommended several candidates for Gov. Kay Ivey to consider for two of the new spots on the expanded Public Service Commission PSC.

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Dothan elementary teacher released from jail after prosecutors said he threatened student he’s accused of abusing

A teacher accused of having sexual contact with a student was released on bond, according to jail records.

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'We cannot allow college athletics to morph into a mini-NFL or NBA': Saban to headline U.S. Senate hearing on Cruz-Cantwell college sports reform bill

The hearing, entitled “Protecting College Sports: Supporting Student Athletes, Restoring Fair Competition, and Saving the Games Fans Love,”  will convene at 8 a.m. CT to assess the Protect College Sports Act of 2026.

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Jefferson County Coroner identifies children drowned at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve

The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office identified two children who drowned at Turkey Creek Nature Preserve in Pinson.

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'They don't have anybody to run': Tuberville slams Dems over support of Maine U.S. Senate candidate with Nazi tattoo

During a Monday interview on Fox News Channel's "The Faulkner Focus," U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called out the Democrat Party's leadership amid the numerous scandals surrounding Graham Platner, the presumptive Maine Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate.

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'This is not a Democrat or a Republican issue': Dem lieutenant governor candidate Phillip Ensler calls for data center moratorium

State Rep. Philip Ensler (D-Montgomery), the current Democratic nominee for lieutenant governor, is proposing a moratorium on all data center construction in the state, citing concerns that special-interest influence is overwhelming citizens’ choices.

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Tuscaloosa County murder suspect had violent history before woman's body found in trash bag

A gruesome case out of Tuscaloosa County has left a family devastated and a suspect behind bars without bond.

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Alabama Democratic Conference building listed in Montgomery County auction for unpaid property taxes

An Alabama Democratic Conference (ADC) building in Montgomery will be for sale by the county on Wednesday due to unpaid property taxes.

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'We need to help these people': Tuberville doubles down on support for Trump DOJ Anti-Weaponization Fund

Over the weekend, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) continued to vocally support the U.S. Department of Justice's recently launched "Anti-Weaponization Fund" during an appearance on Newsmax TV's "The Big Take."

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Auburn murder that got national attention from Charlie Kirk two days before his own murder set for trial

The man charged in the death of a retired Auburn University professor will remain behind bars without bond after he was indicted by a Lee County grand jury.

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Alabama Republican Party qualifying for State Senate Districts 25 and 26 special primary elections set for Monday

The Alabama Republican Party has officially announced qualifying dates for Republican candidates seeking to run in the 2026 special primary elections for State Senate Districts 25 and 26.

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Foley Fire Department plans new fire station, taking proposals

A new fire station will improve protection on the Foley’s north side, according to officials. The City is planning to build a fourth fire station on East Fern Avenue.

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Tin Top Restaurant and Oyster Bar prime rib named best in Alabama by national food blog

The best prime rib in Alabama comes from The Tin Top Restaurant and Oyster Bar in Bon Secour, according to Mashed.

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Montgomery Office of Violence Prevention employees paid $220,143 in overtime since 2022

The City of Montgomery has paid $220,143.04 in overtime to Office of Violence Prevention employees since 2022.

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'My gut is that we have a lot of Democrats that have changed parties over the years in Alabama': Barry Moore on legislators' hesitancy on 6-1, 7-0 maps

During Friday's episode of Rightside Media's podcast, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) speculated about why some Alabama Republican lawmakers were seemingly reluctant to embrace changes to the state's congressional map to help create six or seven congressional districts that favored the GOP.

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Orange Beach in top 5 best fishing destinations

The FishingBooker ranked Orange Beach as the number five best fishing destination for Father’s Day 2026.

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Albertville's Asbury High School coach fired following grooming scandal, investigation of 'inappropriate' student relationship

Kyle Rusk, an Asbury High School boys' basketball coach and math teacher, has been fired following an investigation into allegations of student grooming.

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‘Strong families build a strong Alabama’ – Kay Ivey proclaims June as ‘Strong Families Month’

In a recent proclamation, Gov. Kay Ivey declared June “Strong Families Month” in Alabama, highlighting the importance of homes "led by a father and mother."

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'This is our future' — Statecraft expert Aaron Miller urges Christians to reclaim politics, culture

Many people believe religion and politics shouldn’t mix, that pastors should stick to the Bible and not comment on current events. But according to Aaron Miller, founder of the Institute for Christian Statecraft, Christians must become more involved in government if there is any hope of preserving the country.

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Rare micromoon to peak overnight

A rare micromoon will be visible this weekend and it won’t be back until 2028.

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