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State library system chair Wahl: Teen sex guide example of why Spanish Fort, Fairhope libraries would lose state funding

Alabama Public Library System (APLS) chairman John Wahl says several libraries could lose state funding due to their refusal to remove sexually explicit materials from juvenile sections.

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Report: 58% of University of Alabama faculty support DEI policies

Diversity, equity, and inclusion statement pledges in hiring are supported by nearly 60% of the University of Alabama faculty, according to a Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression survey released on Thursday.

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Tuberville backs Tulsi Gabbard despite Syria criticisms — ‘She is well-qualified to lead our intelligence agency’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) stands behind Tulsi Gabbard as President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for National Intelligence director despite renewed criticism of her anti-interventionism following the recent Syrian regime change.

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‘The time for action is now’: Ivey, 25 governors back Trump’s deportation policies

Governor Kay Ivey and 25 governors said on Thursday they support President-elect Donald Trump’s illegal immigrant deportation policies.

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Fairhope High School principal warns students sexting images, videos will be charged

Fairhope High School principal Jon Cardwell has a message for parents and a warning to students concerning sexting images or videos. Cardwell said after learning new information he felt led to share.

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Alabama U.S. House delegation unanimous in support of NDAA despite angst over ban on transgender health care funding for minors

Alabama’s entire federal delegation on Wednesday voted to pass the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), despite pushback over a provision banning funding for so-called gender-affirming care for minors.

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'Kinks, fantasies, and porn': Graphic sex guide offered in teen section of Spanish Fort, Fairhope public libraries

"Let's Talk About It: The Teen's Guide to Sex, Relationships, and Being a Human" is a graphic novel that is more graphic than most. It shows a naked man sitting on another naked man's face, close-up images of penises and vaginas detailing how to masturbate with your fingers and butt plugs, and it's available in Alabama libraries despite new rules that could threaten state funding.

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'It's grooming them to accept this and make this the new norm': Stadthagen says drag show ban for minors for the 'protection of children'

During an appearance on Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show," the Morgan County Republican discussed the legislation banning public K-12 schools and public libraries from presenting or sponsoring drag performances and state entities from allowing minors to share facilities with members of the opposite sex in certain circumstances during overnight programs.

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Open enrollment for Alabama’s new school choice law begins next month

Open enrollment for Alabama’s new school choice educational savings account program will begin in January.

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Mobile Bay fishing legend fears mud dumping could destroy way of life

Many in South Alabama consider Avery Bates a local legend. His family moved to the Mobile Bay area during the Great Depression to find natural resources to feed their family.

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Beloved Samford University pharmacy professor Tea Sam Roe dies: International life story

Tea Sam Roe taught hundreds of Alabama pharmacists at Samford University. He died at age 90.

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Gudger ups reward for proof of Cullman 'sundown town' sign to $2,000; Says city could take legal action against AL(dot)com over defaming article

State Sen. Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) is offering to match radio host Dale Jackson’s $1000 reward for anyone who can produce proof of a sign warning black people to leave the city.

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House passes Dale Strong bill combating CCP threats against U.S. – ‘China is one of the biggest threats to our country’

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed legislation from U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) creating a working group within the Department of Homeland Security dedicated to countering terrorist, cybersecurity, border and port security, and transportation security threats posed to the nation by the Chinese Communist Party.

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Report: U.S. Rep. Rogers opposes gender-affirming care ban in defense spending bill ahead of Trump return — ‘It’s a moot point’

House Armed Services Committee Chair U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) was reportedly unhappy that House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) did not consult him before adding a provision from the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act banning so-called gender-affirming care for minors.

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Public Service Commission approves 4.9% rate increase for Alabama Power

Alabama Power and the Alabama Public Service Commission approved a 4.87% rate increase for the company’s customers at a Tuesday hearing.

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Gulf Coast concerts this weekend at Mobile Saenger: 'Christmas Around the World'

The Christmas concert Dec. 13-14 at Mobile's Saenger Theater has an international theme. Music and traditions from a dozen countries.

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'Love Your School Alabama' aids parents in using new school programs

Non-profit assists parents in navigating new Alabama school programs.

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Marshall halts Biden's attempt to grant Obamacare to illegal aliens — 'Under no circumstances should American citizens be bankrolling Obamacare for illegal immigrants'

A federal court recently blocked the Biden administration’s plans to provide taxpayer-subsidized health plans to illegal aliens after Alabama and other states sued for an injunction.

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New Alabama State House construction falls 6 months behind schedule

Construction on the new Alabama State House is four to six months behind schedule, according to Retirement Systems of Alabama CEO David Bronner.

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Judge dismisses lawsuit against Albertville city leaders over rezoning of historic home for coffee shop

Albertville's newest coffee shop can move forward with plans to open soon after a zoning lawsuit concerning the property was dismissed last week.

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Madison County renovates old skating rink into new probate records, elections facility

A large crowd turned out in Owens Cross Roads on Monday to celebrate the official opening of the new Madison County Center for Elections Management and Probate Court Archives.

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‘Alabama Day’ December 14: 205th anniversary of becoming a state

Saturday is Alabama's 205th birthday. "Alabama Day" will be observed at the Dept of Archives & History in Montgomery.

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Fmr State Rep. Faust honored with naming of Baldwin County's Alabama Highway 181

Former State Representative Joe Faust (R-Fairhope) will be honored in a road-naming ceremony this week.

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Three Hispanic Enterprise businesses forfeit 15 illegal gambling machines

Three Hispanic Enterprise businesses were forced to forfeit 15 illegal gambling machines in recent months, according to 12th Judicial Circuit District Attorney James Tarbox.

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Homeland Security agents visit Baldwin County middle schools to warn of child predators

Over the past two months, agents with Homeland Security have partnered with the Baldwin County Sheriff’s Office to arm middle school students with the knowledge they need to avoid becoming victims.

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State Rep. Brown seeks enhanced penalties for illegal aliens in 2025 legislative session 

State Rep. Chip Brown (R-Hollinger’s Island) is seeking to pass a bill in the 2025 legislative session mandating increased penalties for all felony crimes if the offender is in the country illegally.

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Former Beatles drummer Ringo Starr brings tour to Alabama

Ringo Starr and his All Starr Band come to Tuscaloosa June 12, 2025 on a nationwide tour.

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