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Malachi Ligon Alabama News
Prichard police officer accused of withholding suspect’s phone from evidence, texting images

The Mobile County Sheriff’s Office arrested a Prichard police officer after detectives said he withheld evidence during an arrest.

Ben Harrison Alabama News
'It’s been one of the greatest honors of my life': State Rep. Ben Harrison announces reelection bid

State Rep. Ben Harrison (R-Elkmont) announced Wednesday he will seek another term representing District 2.

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Birmingham murder suspect back behind bars after mistakenly released on bond

The Birmingham Police Department re-arrested a murder suspect on Wednesday after a court mistakenly allowed him to post bond and be released.

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Two Phenix City women arrested in ballot harvesting investigation

Two Phenix City women were arrested on multiple charges of absentee ballot fraud on Wednesday.

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Loaded Auburn secondary continues to strive for excellence 

Returning both of its starters on the outside from a season ago, and adding quality depth through the transfer portal and high school ranks, Auburn’s secondary has quickly become one of the deepest and most talented position groups on the roster heading into 2025. 

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Nick Treglia: It's time to tear down Jefferson's wall of separation

What Jefferson didn’t say about religious freedom under the Constitution is just as important as what he did.

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‘The public deserves a clear explanation’: Hoover City Council members demand answers for increasing legal fees

One of the main themes in the upcoming Hoover municipal elections is transparency. Nearly every candidate is united in calling for and promising more of it.

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Tallapoosa County Probate Office institutes additional safeguards in response to theft of over $27K

A former Tallapoosa County Probate Office employee, Jarrah Shay Keel, pleaded guilty to a felony charge of using her position for personal gain, admitting to stealing $27,861.48 in public funds.

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Barry Moore applauds DC clean-up efforts — 'President Trump's doing the right thing'

On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), fresh off his announcement of running for U.S. Senate, praised President Donald Trump's efforts to address rampant crime in Washington, D.C.

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Cindy Myrex for Senate? Poll shows her in statistical tie with Garlan Gudger in State Senate race in 2026

Fresh off a Republican primary runoff win in a special election for House District 12 on Tuesday, a new poll shows Cindy Myrex would also be competitive in a hypothetical matchup with State Sen. Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) in 2026.

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1819 News presents Orange Beach Mayoral Debate; Incumbent Mayor Tony Kennon vs. challenger Jeff Boyd (Full Video)

Over 1,000 people attended the Orange Beach mayoral debate at the Orange Beach Event Center on Tuesday evening.

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Auburn schedules early basketball Final Four matchup with Houston

It's a Final Four matchup that doesn't have to wait till March. Auburn v. Houston Nov. 18 in Birmingham

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Col. John Eidsmoe: Why is Common Core not a common corpse?

Many parents and grandparents are praying that candidates will not just say they are for children but, like their counterparts in Florida, will truly remove Common Core.

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BCA endorses Caroleene Dobson for Secretary of State in 2026

ProgressPAC, the political arm of the Business Council of Alabama, announced on Tuesday its endorsement of Caroleene Dobson in her campaign for the Republican nomination for Secretary of State in 2026.

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Auburn University to phase out controversial 'test optional' admissions process by fall 2027

Auburn University is phasing out its test-optional admissions avenue for students. The university will continue with a “very limited number” in 2026 and full testing returning in 2027, with applicants required to submit a SAT or ACT score.

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Trump nominates three Alabamians for federal judgeships

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday his intent to name three U.S. District Judge nominees in the Middle and Northern Districts of Alabama. 

Pete Hegseth Alabama News
Pentagon planning new National Guard 'Domestic Civil Disturbance Quick Reaction Force' to be stationed in Alabama

The Pentagon is developing plans to start a new National Guard “reaction force” designed to suppress civil unrest.

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Orange Beach mayoral debate hosted by 1819 News — Kennon, Boyd go head-to-head in heated debate

The rain did not stop over 1,000 people from showing up for the highly-anticipated Orange Beach Mayoral debate Tuesday.

Cindy Myrex Alabama News
Myrex wins GOP nomination for HD12 in runoff

A primary runoff was held Tuesday between her and opponent Clint Hollingsworth. Though the two were neck-and-neck in the primary election on July 15, Myrex won the runoff handily with nearly 59% of the vote.

President Donald Trump holds a signed executive order during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden of the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) Alabama News
Case Dixon: Tariffs won't fix Washington's spending addiction

If I believed giving Washington more money would result in wise spending, I’d skip the tariff talk entirely, advocate for higher taxes, and wipe out the debt.

Irwin Alabama News
'She did this maliciously': Leeds Police Chief Paul Irwin blasts AL(dot)com reporter for pushing 'false narrative' with ICE arrest

Leeds Police Chief Paul Irwin is not backing down from his recent criticism of AL(dot)com after the outlet painted his department's recent traffic stop of Giovanna Martinez-Hernadez with a "false narrative" after she was taken into ICE custody for only presenting a Mexico-issued ID.

Hawkins Alabama News
Mobile man facing child porn, bestiality charges after tips from national network

The Mobile Sheriff's Office announced the arrest of a man in connection with a child pornography case.

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NPR: Group of ‘unlikely allies’ oppose Mobile Bay dredge dumping

A group of “unlikely allies” is opposing the dumping of dredge materials into Mobile Bay, according to a recent NPR report.

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FBI makes six arrests in Escambia County in immigration enforcement action

The FBI arrested six in Escambia County on Tuesday in an immigration enforcement action.

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Joey Clark: Justice Clarence Thomas is ready to end 'racial gerrymandering' but will the rest of the Supreme Court let him?

“Racial gerrymandering is cool but only when it benefits the Democrats.” I sadly suspect this is the de facto legal status quo in the United States of America when it comes to congressional redistricting. 

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Mobile police make arrest in deadly stabbing

The Mobile Police Department announced on Monday the arrest of a man in connection with a stabbing that claimed the life of a woman.

Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
'Put their ass in jail': Tuberville says 'crooks' behind Russiagate need to be indicted

During a speech to the Dothan Rotary Club on Monday, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called for those involved in the Russia hoax against President Donald Trump to be indicted.

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