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House to consider internet sales tax hike; Pushback from lawmakers expected

The Alabama House of Representatives will deliberate today on two bills: one to raise the state's online sales tax from 8% to 9.3% and the other to provide a one-day tax holiday on certain recreational supplies.

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Anti-vaping bill awaits Senate vote

Legislation that would ban vaping for anyone under 21 in Alabama unanimously passed the House in March but still needs to be approved by the Senate to become law.

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Ivey spotted at Dobson for Congress campaign event in Montgomery

The governor of Alabama has not formally endorsed a candidate in the GOP runoff of Alabama's second congressional district. However, Gov. Kay Ivey made an appearance Monday night, on the eve of the runoff, at a Caroleene Dobson campaign event.

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'We do not currently have a statement at this moment': AL-2 Democrat candidates mum on Iranian attack on Israel

The leading Democratic candidates for Alabama's second congressional district, Anthony Daniels and Shomari Figures did not join their Republican counterparts in voicing support for Israel after the attack launched by Iran Saturday night.

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'It's absolutely unnecessary': Mobile PD chain of command crowded with three positions between chiefs and mayor

The controversial retirement of Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine has sparked conversations about how the city’s administration is set up. People want to know how public safety is managed and if it’s efficient.

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New memorial mile reminds Opelika drivers to stay focused in honor of late football player

The City of Opelika revealed its new Philip Lutzenkirchen Memorial Mile to raise awareness of the dangers of distracted driving.

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Auburn's Pearl: 'The Biden Administration policies have enriched, empowered and emboldened Israel's enemies'

Auburn head basketball coach Bruce Pearl on Monday continued to voice his support of Israel in the wake of a recent attack by Iran while also criticizing President Joe Biden for enabling Israel's enemies.

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'They know people want Trump back in the White House': Katie Britt argues media, left focused on Trump instead of the real issues

As former President Donald Trump arrived in New York City on Monday for the alleged hush money trial concerning porn star Stormy Daniels, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) spoke to Fox News Channel's "Fox & Friends" to share her thoughts on the criminal charges brought against Trump.

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Tuberville presses DOD leaders for report into helicopter crash killing Enterprise High grad

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) pressed U.S. Army Gen. Bryan Fenton, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, to receive a report on exactly what happened during that flight and how those soldiers were lost.

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Bill allowing polygraphs as part of sex offender treatment program filed in House — 'We are looking out for these kids to keep them safe from predators'

A bill that would allow periodic polygraphs as part of a sex offender treatment has been filed in the Alabama House of Representatives.  

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Voter turnout top concern for both GOP AL-2 candidates going into Tuesday runoff

For the last day of campaigning for the GOP runoff election for Alabama’s second congressional district, candidates Dick Brewbaker and Caroleene Dobson are staying busy.

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Alabama archery championship winners receive thousands in scholarships

Student archers received a total of $10,000 in scholarships at the 2024 National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) Alabama State Championship in Montgomery.

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U.S. Rep. Strong on Israel: 'If we don't make some changes here in America, it's going to be the same thing'

During an appearance on Newsmax TV's coverage of Iran's attack on Israel on Saturday, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Monrovia) warned the United States could suffer from the same threats Israel is facing as it has weathered attacks from Gaza, Lebanon and Iran over the last six months.

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AL-2 GOP hopefuls Brewbaker, Dobson voice strong support for Israel — 'We must stand firmly with the Holy Land'

Republican candidates for Alabama's second congressional district, Caroleene Dobson and Dick Brewbaker, took a hardline stance in support of Israel following a major attack by Iran launched Saturday night.

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AG Marshall: 'Do the people of Alabama really believe we need to raise the amount of gifts that can be given to public officials?'

Among the many opponents of ethics legislation awaiting the consideration of the Alabama Senate is Attorney General Steve Marshall.

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New Christendom Press CEO Eric Conn: Why are Alabama churches ineffective at stopping cultural chaos?

Alabama has a lot of conservatives and a lot of churches, but it doesn’t seem to be enough to keep degenerate ideologies from getting a foothold in the culture.

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Artist living 99 years featured at Wetumpka Lunch & Learn April 18: Norma Lamae Forbes

First-time showing of video of 99-year-old artist Norma Forbes. Free Lunch & Learn in Wetumpka April 18.

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House of Representatives passes bill to acknowledge Juneteenth as a state holiday

The House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday that would acknowledge Juneteenth as a state holiday that state workers could recognize in lieu of Jefferson Davis’ birthday.  

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'Roll Tide!': 'Alabama Shop' safe, open in Jerusalem

While other parts of Israel are under immediate alert from Iranian aerial attack, the Alabama Store in Jerusalem is safe and open for business.

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Entrepreneurs tout future of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency in Alabama

Entrepreneurs and state officials met in Montgomery this week to discuss the future of blockchain technology and cryptocurrency in Alabama.

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Suspended Mobile Police Chief Paul Prine to rallygoers: Retiring, no way to reconcile

293 people came to Mobile's Municipal Park at noon Saturday and voiced support for suspended police chief Paul Prine. He announced his retirement.

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High Alert: Jewish security group urging synagogues to review policies, be vigilant following Iranian attack on Israel

The primary security group that trains Jewish synagogues in Alabama on security has heightened an alert level in response to the Iran attacks on Israel.

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'Pray for Israel': Alabama congressional delegation responds to Iran attack on Israel

Despite decades of tension, Iran launched over 200 drones and ballistic missiles at Israel for the first time on Saturday.

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Baby Boomers of East Alabama recreate their youth April 27: Frosty Inn Reunion

Gathering of East Alabama Baby Boomers April 27. Frosty Inn Reunion at Blue Bell Central Park in Sylacauga.

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House committee paves way to raise online sales tax; Estimated $121 million split between cities, counties, State Dept. of Ed.

On Wednesday, the House Ways and Means Education Committee approved a bill to raise the state's online sales tax from 8% to 9.3%, matching the current average sales tax.

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Alabama Supreme Court allows Harvest Church’s lawsuit against United Methodist Church to continue

n Friday, the Alabama Supreme Court allowed Harvest Church's lawsuit against the United Methodist Church (UMC) to continue.

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Tuberville honors Scott Croisant of Florence as April 'Veteran of the Month'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) released a video and statement honoring U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Scott Croisant as the April “Veteran of the Month.”

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