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A Birmingham-based firm that works to get progressives elected is taking part in the Mobile mayoral race. VoteShift consults campaigns, designs their brand and markets them online and through events.

Birmingham podcaster Iva Williams has filed an ethics complaint against State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) for paying her brother for campaign services in her race for Birmingham mayor against incumbent Randall Woodfin. Givan says that the expenditures are valid and calls the complaint against her "petty" insisting that it is yet another “attack on my character,” by those associated with Woodfin.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) raised $1,028,000 in August for his 2026 campaign for governor. 

The Marshall County Democratic Party recently launched a billboard ad targeting Republicans, apparently accusing GOP leadership of “protecting pedophiles” for not releasing the complete files related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Black Lives Matter (BLM) protester Mercutio Southall had his first hearing on Wednesday morning after being charged with arson, criminal mischief, and possession of hallucinogenic mushrooms. Circuit Judge Kechia Davis lifted the hold under Aniah’s Law, which was a result of the arson charge and granted Southall $30,000 bond.

Madison County Commission chairman Mac McCutcheon praised President Donald Trump's decision to move Space Command to Huntsville at a press conference in the Rocket City on Wednesday.

A Bay Minette attorney is facing an assault charge after he was accused of attacking a Bay Minette city councilman.

Congratulations to the people of Alabama, to our men and women in uniform, and to every leader who stood firm in advocating for what is right. This victory belongs to all of us—but most importantly, it strengthens the safety and readiness of the United States.

Three nominees for federal judgeships from Alabama by President Donald Trump appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday.

After a disappointing opening to the 2025 season, national championship-winning quarterback AJ McCarron believes that the Alabama Crimson Tide's lack of name, image and likeness (NIL) funds is holding his former team back.

This season will be the first time that Alabama football will feature on-field logos on Saban Field at Bryant-Denny Stadium.

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle spoke to members of the media on Wednesday about the U.S. Space Command's relocation to the Rocket City and its anticipated impact on the local community and residents.

Madison County chief deputy District Attorney Tim Gann told 1819 News that his office began investigating the case on Tuesday and that it was like "starting over from scratch.”

Crews began digging for the future marina, which will sit across the Intracoastal Waterway (ICW) from The Wharf.

The Decatur City Council approved a measure to rename a street in honor of Steve Perkins, who was shot and killed outside of his home in September 2023.

The Florence Police Department confirmed all is clear after a threat at Phil Campbell High School.

Phil Campbell High School evacuated the campus on Wednesday after a threat came in over the phone late Tuesday night.

This Labor Day, let us contemplate the Biblical meaning and purpose of work, the dignity of honest labor that uplifts the worker while serving the employer and the customer. 

The heated, controversial Orange Beach mayoral election ended in a victory for incumbent Tony Kennon, who won reelection with 60% of the vote.

Following a Tuesday press conference held in the Oval Office, Alabama lawmakers offered their reactions to President Donald Trump's announcement that U.S. Space Command is officially relocating to Huntsville's Redstone Arsenal.

Guy Fieri’s Chicken Guy! is opening Thursday in Gardendale.

Mobile drivers are not known for their safety measures and now Mayor Sandy Stimpson has a message.

The Alabama Department of Insurance approved the final 2026 premium rates for the Affordable Care Act individual market in Alabama last week. 

Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser has threatened legal action over President Donald Trump’s decision to move the U.S. Space Command headquarters to Huntsville.

In 2004, the Auburn football team had a perfect season under U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), finishing 13-0 and winning the SEC championship. Despite this, they weren't invited to compete in the BCS National Championship game.

After considering potential legal issues, the City of Guntersville is moving forward with a mayoral runoff election later this month.

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin is pushing for State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile) to win the Mobile mayoral race. Drummond will face off with former Mobile District Court Judge Spiro Cheriogotis on September 23.