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Bombshell report released by Central Alabama Water details years of mismanagement at Birmingham Water Works

A new report released by Central Alabama Water describes the financial and operational catastrophe that the new board inherited from Birmingham Water Works.

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Two competing PSC bills pass House, Senate committees

Two competing House and Senate bills that would make changes to the PSC passed their respective committees on Wednesday.

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Senate passes $3.72 billion General Fund budget; $60 million increase for West Alabama Corridor debt service questioned

The Alabama Senate passed a series of bills allocating $3.72 billion in fiscal year 2027 from the State’s General Fund for executive, judicial and legislative expenditures on Wednesday.

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Barry Moore predicts drop in gas prices may take 'a few months' — 'It'll be a blip on the radar screen'

The nationwide surge in gas prices due to the ongoing conflict in Iran is likely a temporary "blip on the radar," according to U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise).

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Senate confirms former Vestavia Hills City Councilman George Pierce to Ethics Commission

Members of the Alabama Senate confirmed former Vestavia Hills City Councilman George Pierce to the Alabama Ethics Commission on Wednesday.

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Chambliss touts PSC expansion bill — 'Rate payers in Alabama are paying billions and billions of dollars, it's that important'

State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) joined Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show" on Wednesday to discuss recently filed legislation changing the Alabama Public Service Commission from three members to seven elected by the public.

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Combat-injured veterans not receiving full retirement due to disability compensation

The Alabama Legislature could consider a measure urging Congress to help thousands of combat-injured veterans receive their full retirement pay and disability compensation.

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Muslim civil rights group CAIR backs Ivey on 'Sonny' Burton death sentence commutation

The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) came out in support of Gov. Kay Ivey’s decision to commute the death sentence of Charles “Sonny” Burton, a man who served over three decades on Alabama’s death row.

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House committee holds public hearing on closed primary bill, vote scheduled for Tuesday

The House Ethics and Campaign Finance Committee held a public hearing on Wednesday on a bill that would close Republican and Democrat primaries in Alabama. 

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Major delays expected: ALDOT to close US-280 at Pump House Road for bridge demo

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) will close a portion of US-280 near the Jefferson County/Shelby County line to complete a bridge demolition.

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'On the floor for as long as it takes': Tuberville backs potential days-long talking filibuster to pass SAVE America Act

During a Wednesday appearance on "The Benny Show" with Benny Johnson, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) pledged to "run" the talking filibuster for days if needed to pass the SAVE America Act.

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After dropping out of Senate race, Morgan Murphy warns of ‘illegal ballot printing’; Secretary of State Allen says law followed ‘exactly as written’

Just a day after exiting the U.S. Senate race and endorsing U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), Morgan Murphy said on Tuesday he learned his name might still be on the Republican primary ballot on May 19.

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Tornado confirmed in Jefferson County, straight-line winds in Winston County

The National Weather Service in Birmingham confirmed a tornado hit Jefferson County on Monday, causing over 6,000 power outages and minor damage.

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Revamped Public Service Commission expansion bill backed by all 35 senators in committee on Wednesday

State Sen. Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) announced on Tuesday the “Power To The People Act,” a measure that expands the Alabama Public Service Commission from its current three seats to seven seats elected by the public.

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Ingram school prayer bill passes House; Voters would decide via constitutional amendment

A bill that would allow voters to amend the state constitution to mandate a daily Pledge of Allegiance and student-led voluntary prayer time in Alabama schools passed the House of Representatives on Tuesday. 

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Spanish Fort identifies suspected human trafficking suspects

The Spanish Fort Police Department released the identities of seven people facing charges following a human trafficking operation. In just one day, the team was able to connect with the suspects in an undercover sex sting.

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'Gimmick, pandering to honest gun owners': BamaCarry rejects 'Second Amendment Sales Tax Holiday,' wants full repeal of gun tax

BamaCarry described the legislation as a "weak-kneed half measure."

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Senate committee advances $3.72 billion General Fund budget

The Alabama Senate General Fund Budget Committee passed a series of bills allocating $3.72 billion in fiscal year 2027 from the state’s General Fund for executive, judicial and legislative expenditures.

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'Thank goodness for President Trump': Tuberville praises impact of commander-in-chief's One Big Beautiful Bill

During his remarks, the legislator touted President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill," and its expected impact on Alabamians across the state.

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Mobile Arena projected to open by 2027 Mardi Gras season

The construction of the Mobile Arena has reached the halfway point, with the project being on time and on budget. The final steel beam was placed in the arena’s structural framework last week.

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'Blood on his hands': AG Marshall slams Ivey for commuting Charles 'Sonny' Burton death sentence

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said a man whose death sentence was commuted on Tuesday by Gov. Kay Ivey was nothing but a career criminal who could have been put to death a long time ago.

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Mobile rolls out options for rebranded transit system

The City of Mobile is giving citizens and riders options on the rebranding of the public transit system.

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University of North Alabama, TPUSA hosting 'Pick up the Mic' event with 1819 News' Bryan Dawson

1819 News founder and CEO Bryan Dawson is taking his "Pick up the Mic" to the University of North Alabama this week.

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Stadthagen lays out three first-day priorities as ALGOP chair

Fresh off his election victory this weekend, State Rep. Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) has hit the ground running as the new chairman of the Alabama Republican Party.

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'STOP GIVING YOUR RIGHTS AWAY TO THESE IDIOTS!': Huntsville school board member Andrea Alvarez slams legislature over Ten Commandments bill

After legislation requiring public schools to display the Ten Commandments passed the House Education Policy Committee late last week, a Huntsville City School Board member expressed disdain for the state legislature's efforts on the issue.

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Gas prices on the rise: Here is where you can find the cheapest gas in Alabama

Alabama gas prices are on the rise, but remain lower than the national average of $3.49 per gallon of regular gas.

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Tuberville announces 'one of a kind' 2.2 million square foot defense industrial facility opening in Muscle Shoals

A new 2.2 million square foot defense industrial facility is coming to Muscle Shoals, according to U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn).

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