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The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has confirmed that Tropical Storm Bertha has formed 190 miles off the coast of Mobile.

Positioned in the Persian Gulf, the small strip of land, measuring approximately 8 square miles, is responsible for processing and handling up to 90% of the country's crude oil exports.

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) issued a storm surge watch as Tropical Depression Two became better organized.

Construction on the new Alabama State House is on schedule to be completed in time for the next legislative session in January 2027.

A Harrisonburg, Va. woman who caught a 67-pound catfish while noodling in Alabama’s Black Belt won the inaugural Big Catfish photo contest.

With the U.S. House majority hanging in the balance, the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) has its sights set on Alabama Congressional District 2 to unseat Democrat incumbent Shomari Figures.

Citing the need for increased election security throughout the country, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) again called for passage of the SAVE America Act during an appearance on Fox News Sunday.

The Geneva County Commission has raised the alarm over Flock cameras installed by the town of Slocomb after residents in unincorporated areas voiced concerns over possible government overreach.

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency is investigating two fatal boat incidents that occurred Saturday evening in Baldwin County.

The case against Sebastian Alexander Carrillo, a Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office (JCSO) employee indicted this year for first-degree theft by deception, has been set for a settlement with the state by a Jefferson County Circuit judge.

Emma Huddleston, of Wedowee, brought home a world championship title this week from the Tennessee Walking Horse World Versatility Show in Murfreesboro, Tenn.

The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed Tropical Depression Two formed Sunday off the west coast of Florida.

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed remains steadfast in his opposition to legislation that would set minimum staffing standards for law enforcement agencies in Montgomery and Huntsville.

A former Cullman attorney and Democratic candidate for district attorney is accused of trying to poison her husband for a second time.

June 30 marked the end date for a nearly $3 million grant by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to the Alabama-based Birmingham AIDS Outreach (BAO), to prevent the spread of STDs, which the department claims “disproportionately experienced by black men who have sex with men (MSM).”

State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) discussed the possibility of additional data centers in North Alabama on Thursday's episode of Huntsville WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show."

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is investigating the shooting of a man police said attacked a DoorDash delivery driver, then stabbed an officer.

Major James Capers Jr.’s heroics during the Vietnam War earned him a Bronze Star. But for his fellow servicemen whose lives he helped save, the recognition wasn’t enough.

During an appearance on this week's broadcast of Alabama Public Television's "Capitol Journal," State Rep. Chris Blackshear (R-Phenix City) predicted a "conversation" would come at some point in the next quadrennium.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) will be cooperating with federal law enforcement agencies to fight illegal immigration in Alabama after he takes office as the state's next presumptive governor in January 2027.

Fine Geddie & Associates, a lobbying firm in Montgomery, announced on Friday that it hired Preston Cauthen.

After telling the Charter School Commission in an exculpatory statement that it is in “full compliance” with the state’s divisive concepts ban in K-12 schools, Birmingham’s Magic City Acceptance Academy (MCAA) continues to facilitate training for its faculty from DEI training organizations.

According to court documents, Eric Alan Hill, 61, of Bryant, is charged with gambling-cockfighting.

Multiple people were arrested in connection to a months-long investigation into elderly abuse in Mobile County.

Members of the Montgomery City Council will again consider moving forward on Tuesday with plans to borrow $375 million for a downtown convention center expansion and other city projects.

During an appearance on Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show," U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), the odds-on favorite to win Alabama's November gubernatorial election, pledged a thorough examination of the cost overruns if elected governor.

U.S. Reps. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) and Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) have co-sponsored House Resolution 9701 (H.R. 9701) the ‘‘Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act.”