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Drone Alabama News
Alabama's drone sightings: Officials warn of tactical action consequences

In South Alabama, reports of drones have been posted on social media for several days. While many say, “if those drones come to Alabama, they will be shot down,” officials warn against taking tactical action.

Horseheadnebula Alabama News
Star gazing on Alabama-Florida line: 'Darkest skies on the Gulf Coast'

Organized and individual star gazing at Big Lagoon Park on Alabama-Florida line.

Judge David Carpenter Alabama News
Far-left Jefferson County Judge David Carpenter continues releasing violent criminals; Paighton Houston's mom wants AG investigation

The mother of a woman found buried behind a Hueytown home nearly five years ago is fighting for justice and asking Attorney General Steve Marshall to investigate a Jefferson County judge.

Frank Barger Alabama News
Litigants in land lawsuit accuse Madison County Probate Judge Barger of withholding key documents, ex parte communications

After nearly 25 years of fighting to reclaim their family's 22-acre property in Huntsville, Kevin and Robert Matthews believe their case may hinge on a key document that could quickly settle things in their favor while also costing several public officials their jobs.

Overtime pay Alabama News
State Sen. Elliott: Reinstating the overtime tax will be a 'hard sell' heading into election season

Last week, State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) warned the cost of a state income tax exemption for overtime wages passed by the Alabama Legislature in 2023 missed projections by at least $162 million.

Elbertabanner Alabama News
Baldwin County’s Elberta Middle School wins national ‘Blue Ribbon Lighthouse’

Elberta Middle School wins national 'Blue Ribbon Lighthouse' award.

Casey Wardynski headshot Alabama News
Wardynski on FBI presence during January 6: ‘Needs to be looked into in detail’

A recent report finding that 26 FBI informants were present at the Capitol in Washington D.C. on January 6, 2021 should be “looked into in detail,” according to former Assistant Secretary of the Army Casey Wardynski.

Reps Kerry Bubba Underwood Ben Harrison and Sen Larry Stutts at the December Colbert County Republican Club Meeting Alabama News
Shoals-area lawmakers lay out ambitious legislative agenda

TUSCUMBIA—The Colbert County Republican Club's December meeting featured State Reps. Kerry "Bubba" Underwood (R-Tuscumbia) and Ben Harrison (R-Elkmont), who discussed the proposed 2025 legislative agenda on their February return to Montgomery.

Fentanyl ad Alabama News
City of Mobile releases dramatic video on dangers of fentanyl

A new film on dangers of fentanyl has been produced by the City of Mobile.

Marshall County Jail Alabama News
Marshall County approves $35.6 million bid for new jail addition

After months of site preparation and planning for a new jail addition, Marshall County is moving to the construction phase of the project after approving a nearly $36 million bid.

Chief Paul Prine Alabama News
Former Mobile police chief Paul Prine launching ‘Prine-Time’ podcast

Retired Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine is making his story public on a new podcast, Prine-Time.

Dr. Jordan Vaughn Alabama News
Concerned Doctors co-founder Jordan Vaughn predicts Trump, RFK will expose health agencies misconduct — 'Bring sunlight and allow access to all the things that are inconveniently true'

With over a month to go before taking office, President-elect Donald Trump is already impacting public policy. His cabinet picks have drawn much support from his base but even more ire from Democrats and some Republicans concerned about how they might shake things up.

Usa graduation stimpson Alabama News
University of South Alabama surpasses 100,000 graduates, awards doctorate to retiring Mayor Stimpson

The University of South Alabama achieved a milestone at Friday's graduation. The 1,300 new graduates surpassed 100,000 total graduates.

Scott Stadthagen Alabama News
House Majority Leader Stadthagen seeks to expand prohibition on foreign land ownership in Alabama in 2025 legislative session

House Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) has filed legislation for the 2025 legislative session that would expand the prohibitions on the types of Alabama land and property that foreign governments and entities can own.

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Mobile County health officer continues pushing COVID-19 shots; Says adverse cardiac reactions rare

Despite studies showing adverse effects of the COVID-19 vaccine, the Mobile County Health Department continues to market the shot with no warning.

Port of Mobile Alabama News
Tuberville announces key wins in water infrastructure package — ‘We want to ensure our waterways remain safely open to support economic growth’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) announced a number of Alabama wins in the final version of the Water Resources Development Act, which includes continued dredging of the Mobile Port.

casino gambling Alabama News
Lottery and gambling legislation possibility in 2025: ‘I think that issue is going to come before us’

Lottery and gambling legislation could be on tap again in the Alabama Legislature in the 2025 session.

The Sparks Building, UAB. Alabama News
'We will comply with the law': UAB reacts to Tennessee's challenged ban on transgender care

The University of Alabama at Birmingham's (UAB) Gender Health Clinic, led by Brianna Patterson, who identifies as transgender, offers so-called "gender-affirming" gynecological services, including referrals for therapy, mental health services and certain surgical procedures.

Bryan Taunton Alabama News
Sylacauga 'Santa Claus' Bryan Taunton kicks off mayoral run — 'We need leadership that combines vision with action'

Mayoral elections don’t begin until August 2025, but Sylacauga’s own Santa Claus is pulling double duty after announcing his bid for the mayor’s seat just ahead of the Christmas holiday.

Marshall County Courthouse Trial Alabama News
Case closed for ALDOT director Cooper, neighbor in land dispute; Agreement reached on new easement

An agreement was reached Thursday between Alabama Department of Transportation director John Cooper and his neighbor in North Alabama following a disagreement over an easement.

Huey Hoss Mack Alabama News
Alabama Court of Civil Appeals sides with former Baldwin County Sheriff Mack in vehicle seizure case

The Alabama Court of Civil Appeals reversed a 2023 ruling by the Baldwin County Circuit Court in 2023 that compelled former Baldwin County Sheriff Hoss Mack to return a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro deputies seized.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville criticizes College Football Playoff and bowl season for scheduling bowl games on Army-Navy game day

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and 57 congressional colleagues criticized executive directors of the College Football Playoff and Bowl Season committees for not preserving the annual Army-Navy football game’s “time-honored tradition” of being the only major college football game on the second Saturday in December. 

Rick and bubba Alabama News
'Dream of a lifetime': Rick & Bubba sign off for final episode after 31-year run

On Friday, longtime radio co-hosts and self-proclaimed "Sexiest Fat Men Alive" Rick Burgess and Bill "Bubba" Bussey" put an end to their popular "Rick & Bubba Show" after 31 years.

Montgomery arrests Alabama News
Two men, including 19-year-old, arrested in Montgomery over unrelated murders

Montgomery Police arrested two separate individuals on Thursday in connection with two separate murders earlier this year, with one suspect including a 19-year-old male.

state board of education Alabama News
State Board of Education passes 'strongest standards on the Holocaust'

New social studies standards adopted by State Board of Education include "strongest standards on the Holocaust."

Dale Strong Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Strong tapped for House Appropriations Committee — 'It’s past time we put America First'

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovua) was appointed on Friday by House Republican leadership to sit on the House Appropriations Committee.

Kay Ivey Alabama News
Ivey ‘remains opposed’ to Medicaid expansion

Governor Kay Ivey is still opposed to expanding Medicaid.

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