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See which lawmakers flipped their vote on controversial gambling legislation

A handful of changed votes between House and Senate lawmakers have again put both bodies in contention after contradictory votes on proposed gambling legislation late Tuesday night.

Gun purchase Alabama News
Bill banning tracking of firearm, ammunition purchases delivered to Ivey to become law

The Alabama House of Representatives passed legislation prohibiting financial institutions from collecting transaction data specific to firearms and ammunition sales, sending it to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk for a signature.

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Ivey backs new gambling, lottery package: ‘Let’s get this done’

Gov. Kay Ivey threw her support behind a gambling and lottery legislative package that passed the House easily yesterday.

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AG Steve Marshall, State Education Superintendent Eric Mackey warn schools not to implement Biden admin Title IX changes

Attorney General Steve Marshall and State Education Superintendent Eric Mackey are telling Alabama’s public schools not to implement any of the Biden administration’s recent changes to Title IX.

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Lottery, gambling constitutional amendment falls one vote short in Senate

The Senate was one vote short of passing a lottery and gambling constitutional amendment on Tuesday.

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Mercedes-Benz replaces United States CEO amidst unionization push in Vance

Mercedes-Benz U.S. International named Federico Kochlowski as president and chief executive officer on Tuesday.

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Jeana Ross wins special GOP primary runoff for HD27

The House District 27 seat has finally been filled after Jeana Ross beat out Alan Miller in a special Republican primary election runoff on Tuesday.

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Conference committee reaches breakthrough on lottery, gambling bills — Entire House of Representatives 'likely' to vote on final legislation later today

Six members of a House, Senate conference committee passed legislation creating a lottery and legalizing electronic gambling machines at seven locations across Alabama on Tuesday.

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'I'll sleep well tonight': Mobile police chief ousted but may run for mayor in 2025

The Mobile City Council voted unanimously to oust Police Chief Paul Prine after months of controversy surrounding a review of policies and procedures.

Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville introducing ‘Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act’ against federal rule that could jail millions in small businesses

Tuberville has introduced the "Repealing Big Brother Overreach Act" to overturn a new federal rule that could bring criminal penalties to millions of business folks.

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Anti-Israel protester tries to disrupt Mobile City Council meeting

The Mobile City Council turned off the microphone for a speaker who came to speak in support of Palestine and police escorted him out during the regular council meeting Tuesday.

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Ivey, other governors oppose DoD proposal integrating portion of Air National Guard into Space Force

Gov. Kay Ivey and other governors told Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on Monday they oppose a new Department of Defense proposal that would merge parts of the Air National Guard into the United States Space Force.

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Ivey signs law giving enhanced penalties for AI-produced child porn

Governor Kay Ivey has signed into law a bill that would enhance penalties for those who use artificial intelligence to produce child pornography.

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Watch Alabama’s Triston Harper advance to 'American Idol' Top 7: Next performance set for Sunday

Alabama's Triston Harper advanced to Top 7 in American Idol. Next up Sunday, May 5 at 7 p.m. on ABC.

Dale Strong Alabama News
U.S. Rep. Strong introduces SERVICE Act — Enables pilot program DOJ funding to assist law enforcement with veterans response teams

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) announced he introduced the bi-partisan H.R. 8140, “Supporting Every at-Risk Veteran In Critical Emergencies Act,” on Monday.

RIP CURRENT WARNING Alabama News
Fort Morgan businesses, homeowners come together to spread awareness of rip currents

The Fort Morgan Civic Association (FMCA) headed up a project to warn visitors about deadly rip currents.

Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall leads lawsuit against Biden's Title IX changes — 'I expect the rule to be struck down swiftly'

Alabama officials are leading a legal charge against the Biden administration in hopes of reversing the recent changes to Title IX laws dealing with gender identity.

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Attorney for former Jefferson County constable says investigation was abusive, unsupported by facts

A former Jefferson County constable originally charged with five felony counts settled on a plea deal of one misdemeanor charge.

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House expected to pass legislation giving Democrats more time to certify Biden, Harris as candidates for general election

The Alabama House of Representatives is expected to pass a bill allowing  President Joe Biden to appear on the state’s presidential ballot after the Democratic Party learned it would not have sufficient time to certify a candidate.

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Man holds up Arby’s employee, customers with BB gun, Gulf Shores Police say

Being a criminal is not working out for one Fairhope man who allegedly tried to rob several people at Arby’s in Gulf Shores over the weekend.

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Steve Perkins controversy: Decatur City Council meeting devolves into threats of George Floyd protest-style chaos

Monday's Decatur City Council public comment session started with cooler heads prevailing, much to the surprise of many in the room, given that just over a week prior, Decatur police had arrested three protesters and detained the widow of Steve Perkins, Catrela Perkins, during "3rd Friday" festivities.

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Alabama to consider changing K-12 public school funding formula

Alabama lawmakers will study possible changes to how the state funds K-12 public education before the 2025 legislative session begins.

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Watch Alabama’s Triston Harper advance to Top 8 of 'American Idol'; Next round continues Monday

McIntosh Alabama's Triston Harper advances to the Top 8 of American Idol. The 15-year-old has added animated movement to his deep, mature voice.

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Alabama General, Ambassador, State Representative, cabinet member Gary Cooper dies at 87

Gary Cooper of Mobile has died at 87. A Marine, Ambassador to Jamaica, governor's cabinet member, State Representative, CEO.

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Senate passes legislation legalizing ‘historical horse racing’ slot machines in Greene County

The Senate passed legislation legalizing historical horse racing gambling machines in Greene County on Thursday by a 20-3 margin.

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Senate committee to consider House bill allowing certain illegal immigrants to attend college

The Alabama Senate Education Policy Committee will meet on Wednesday to deliberate a bill that passed the house last week, allowing certain illegal immigrants to attend college.

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Former Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely released on parole

Former Limestone County Sheriff Mike Blakely was released from jail after serving over a year on two convictions.

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