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ICE places detainer on man accused of leaving scene of accident in Huntsville

Immigration and Customs Enforcement recently placed a detainer on a man accused of leaving the scene of an accident with a personal injury in December. 

Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
‘You never say never on anything’: Tuberville doesn't rule out possible run for governor

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) said on Wednesday that, while he looks forward to working with the incoming Donald Trump administration in a GOP-led Senate,  he is not ruling out a run for Alabama’s governor in 2026.

warming center Alabama News
Waterfront Rescue Mission coordinates five warming shelters in Mobile

Five warming centers are open in Mobile now to Saturday.

Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall on Trump’s immigration plan: ‘Ensure the safety and security of our nation’

Attorney General Steve Marshall and other Republican attorneys general backed President-elect Donald Trump’s immigration policies on Wednesday.

NWS Alabama News
Officials statewide preparing as winter storm watch issued for parts of Alabama

The National Weather Service in Birmingham issued a winter storm warning for much of the northern half and central Alabama as the state prepares for impactful winter weather.

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Helena Mayor Brian Puckett will not seek reelection

In a heartfelt column published in the January issue of Helena The Magazine released Tuesday, Helena’s Mayor Brian Puckett announced that he would not seek reelection. 

Woodfin crime report Alabama News
Birmingham Crime Commission Report targets Second Amendment freedoms in Jefferson County

On Monday, the City of Birmingham released the “Birmingham Crime Commission Report” which takes a comprehensive look at the city's rising violent crime and homicide rates. The report paints a grim picture of current circumstances by piecing together details about the rise in crime and the lack of infrastructure and funds to properly address them. 

Demetrius Frazier Alabama News
Ivey announces timeframe for first execution of 2025 in case of convicted rapist, murderer

Gov. Kay Ivey announced on Tuesday that she has set the time frame for the nitrogen hypoxia execution of Demetrius Frazier, 53, for the 1991 rape and murder of a Birmingham woman.

Katie Britt Alabama News
Britt lobbying bipartisan support for Laken Riley Act — ‘The American people spoke loud and clear that they’re not going to accept business as usual'

After failing to advance during last year’s Congress, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has yet again sponsored the Laken Riley Act, which would require Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain illegal aliens who commit theft, burglary, larceny, or shoplifting offenses until they are removed from the U.S.

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State Sen. Chris Elliott wants government agencies to stop 'dragging feet' on permitting

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) wants state agencies to streamline permitting processes to protect Alabama's small businesses.

Matt Woods Alabama News
State Rep. Matt Woods only Republican to qualify for State Senate District 5 special election

The Alabama Republican Party announced Tuesday that State Rep. Matt Woods (R-Jasper) will serve as the Party’s nominee for the special election to fill the vacancy in Alabama Senate District 5. 

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Tuberville reintroduces Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) led 29 Republican colleagues in reintroducing the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act to preserve Title IX protections for female athletes on Tuesday. 

Britt Alabama News
Britt named deputy whip in new Republican-majority controlled Senate

On Monday, Senate Majority Whip U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) named Alabama’s Junior U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) to serve as Deputy Whip as the GOP prepares to take on a new Congress with a majority in both legislative bodies.

Yordy Centeno-Melchor Alabama News
District attorney requests illegal alien charged with attempted kidnapping remain in Elmore County's custody

Yordy Centeno-Melchor, an illegal alien, should stay in the custody of the Elmore County Sheriff until his criminal case for the attempted kidnapping of a young girl is finished, according to Josh Cochran, assistant District Attorney for the 19th Judicial Circuit.

Kennon New Map Alabama News
'We are not going to be bullied': Orange Beach Mayor Kennon loves Trump's plans to rename Gulf of Mexico 'Gulf of America'

President-elect Donald Trump wants to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico and said he is ready to impose "serious" tariffs on Mexico and Canada.

Judge Michael Youngpeter Alabama News
Judge recuses self from former police chief case against Mobile

Mobile County Circuit Judge Michael A. Youngpeter recused himself from a case involving Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson and former police chief Paul Prine.

Beekeepers Alabama News
Beekeepers’ Symposium February 1 in Clanton; Includes get-started course for beginners

Annual state symposium for beekeepers is Feb. 1st in Clanton. For pros and beginners alike.

Biden Alabama News
'It will go down in history as one of the biggest cons on the American people' — Tuberville slams Democrats for denying cover-up of Biden's decline

As Democrat voters face the reality that President Joe Biden’s mental decline might have cost them the election, leadership is scrambling to save face by denying they worked hard to cover up one of the worst-kept secrets on Capital Hill.

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State Rep. Clouse announces 2026 re-election run

State Rep. Steve Clouse (R-Ozark) announced on Monday he was running for re-election in 2026.

Stuart Lang, Vice Chairman; Ken Kvalheim, Chairman, Butch Blum, Treasurer, Jo O'Brien, Secretary Alabama News
Fmr State Rep. Kvalheim elected Mobile County Republican Executive Committee chairman

Mobile Republican Party elected a new Chair Monday, former Rep. Ken Kvalheim.

Border fence Alabama News
Eagle Forum to meet in West Mobile on Tuesday to discuss human trafficking, border security

Public meeting Tuesday, Jan. 7 on border security and human trafficking. 6 p.m. at Hill Spring Baptist Church in west Mobile. Eagle Forum

Spanish Fort Library Board meeting Alabama News
Read Freely Alabama member acknowledges teen sex guide 'tricky' as Spanish Fort, Fairhope libraries make changes

The Spanish Fort Library Board voted Monday to revisit policies following discussions about a controversial book that even a representative from Read Freely admitted is "tricky." Meanwhile, the Fairhope Public Library moved the same book from the teen section to the adult section.

Madison County Courthouse Alabama News
Madison County accepting applications for new district judge

Madison County is accepting applications for a new district judge starting on January 21.

homewood Alabama News
City of Homewood readies for a new form of government, hiring city manager

Residents voted to change the form of government to council-manager last September. The change will take effect on November 3; however, the city is already preparing for the transition.

Uhaul Alabama News
Alabama sixth in nation for movers in 2024

Alabama had the sixth-largest percentage of movers in the nation, according to a recent report.

Irondale Police Lieutenant Mark Meadows. Alabama News
'He faithfully served his country, state and city' — Alabama leaders lament on-duty death of Irondale Police Lieutenant

Alabama’s leaders came out to mourn the death of Irondale Police Lieutenant Mark Meadows, 60, who died on duty while directing traffic for a Church of the Highlands event on Monday morning.

Ivey Alabama News
Ivey declares days of mourning for NOLA terrorist attack — 'We will remember those lives lost, especially those who called Alabama home'

Governor Kay Ivey joined Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry on Monday in declaring a period of mourning for the victims of the New Year’s terrorist attack in New Orleans that killed at least 14 and injured dozens more, paying specific attention to those with ties to Alabama.

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