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Talmadge Butts: A different kind of ‘Goat Hill’ at the Iowa State Capitol

The Alabama State Capitol is colloquially known as “Goat Hill” because the building was constructed on a pasture where goats once grazed. In recent weeks, however, the Iowa State Capitol took that pet-name for itself after allowing the Satanic Temple of Iowa to display a statue of Baphomet.

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Birmingham Mayor Woodfin tells teachers who 'don't care' to resign in response to low Department of Education scores — 'Please leave'

After the Alabama State Department of Education released its annual report card last week, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin shared his take on how Birmingham City Schools performed in the 2022-2023 school year.

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Criminal trial for ALDOT director John Cooper delayed for second time in Marshall County

 The criminal trial for Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) director John Cooper has been pushed back once again in Marshall County.

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GOP federal congressional delegation backs Trump after Colorado Supreme Court removes him from its state 2024 ballot

Alabama’s state and federal lawmakers are coming out in droves in support of former President Donald Trump, after the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that he was disqualified from appearing on the state’s presidential ballot.

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Jackson County Board of Education member asks state to investigate Republican candidate disqualifications

Mike Matthews, an incumbent Jackson County Board of Education member, is calling for a state investigation after being removed from the ballot in the 2024 elections. 

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Jim Zeigler: Things have changed since Charles Dickens’ 'A Christmas Carol' 180 years ago

December 19 is the 180th anniversary of the publication of “A Christmas Carol.” A lot has changed since then

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Alabama Works state workforce initiative grant funded by DEI-focused companies

Despite studies showing how unsuccessful and harmful diversity, equity and inclusion policies and programs can be, DEI-backed funding sources still support training and workforce development in states across the country, including Alabama.

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Jewish State Rep. Ensler: Recent swatting incidents at synagogues across the nation 'disturbing and unnerving'

State Rep. Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) made an early appearance Tuesday on “Fox & Friends First” to talk about the nearly 200 swatting incidents that took place over the weekend at synagogues across the nation.

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Two U.S. Army soldiers from Alabama found dead at Ft. Jackson

Fort Jackson officials announced that two U.S. Army drill sergeants have passed away over the past two weeks. U.S. Army Criminal Investigations Division is investigating the deaths, but no foul play is suspected, according to the Ft. Jackson Public Affairs Office.

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Hanceville mayor pleads guilty to 15 charges, resigns as part of plea deal

Hanceville Mayor Kenneth Nail resigned Tuesday and was sentenced as part of a plea deal.

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Birmingham City Councilwoman 'disturbed' by weekend violent crime — ‘It is incumbent upon every single person in this city to stand up and do something’

After a spree of fatal shootings over the weekend in Birmingham, one city councilwoman released a statement asking Birmingham citizens to “stand up and do something” when they see something suspicious.

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Supreme Court halts special master’s investigation in Mabel Amos Trust Fund lawsuit

The Supreme Court of Alabama paused an investigation by a special master and CPA on Monday into alleged self-dealing among trustees overseeing a scholarship fund for needy children created by former Alabama Secretary of State Mabel Amos.

DEI Alabama News
Joey Clark: DEI denies the gifts of personal honor and dignity

DEI demands the unearned, rewarding its acolytes a resentful license to carry out collective punishment and unequal treatment in the name of equal justice.  

Jonathan Sauers Alabama News
Former Faith Academy teacher pleads not guilty to sex with student

A former teacher and soccer coach at Faith Academy private school in Mobile pleaded not guilty to charges related to an alleged sexual relationship with a student.

Kamarie Holland Alabama News
Capital murder trial for mother accused of killing 5-year-old daughter slated to begin in February

The trial of Kristy Siple, one of a pair accused of killing and sexually assaulting five-year-old Kamarie Holland in 2021, is scheduled to begin in February 2024, according to court documents.

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'Political gamesmanship': U.S. Rep. Rogers slams SPACECOM General Dickinson for declaring agency 'fully operational' in Colorado

The battle for the permanent U.S. Space Command (SPACECOM) headquarters has been ongoing since 2019. Redstone Arsenal, in Huntsville, was ranked first among the many states who bid for the honor and was set to be the headquarters' new home until the Biden administration reversed the Trump-era decision in favor of sixth-ranked Colorado.

Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall pushes increasing penalties on illegal gambling over legalization — 'Create a deterrent for those who would engage in this behavior and I think we would see a difference'

The Alabama Legislature should increase penalties on illegal gambling activities from the misdemeanor level to the felony level, according to Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall.

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1819 News launches merch store

The store offers access to merchandise that was previously exclusive to monthly members of 1819 News.

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Up to 20 Republican candidates disqualified from ballot access in 2024

About 10 to 20 Republican candidates for elected offices at the county level have been disqualified from appearing on the ballot in 2024. 

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Saban not worried about Michigan stealing signs in Rose Bowl

Alabama will face Michigan, a team that has been surrounded by controversy the entire season, in the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day.

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Alabama Policy Institute releases study on legalizing gambling in Alabama: 'Gambling is a bad bet for Alabama families'

As gambling legislation is expected to be pushed in Alabama’s 2024 legislative session, a policy think-tank issued a new report on legalized gambling on December 14.

Joe Biden Alabama News
Barry Moore: Biden a 'real Scrooge' — 42% of business owners say they can no longer give Christmas bonuses

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) called President Joe Biden a “Scrooge” on Monday after a survey revealed that 42% of business owners who normally award Christmas bonuses to their employees can’t afford to do so this year.

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Troy hiring Notre Dame OC Gerad Parker as next football coach

After losing Jon Sumrall to Tulane, the Troy Trojans football program is turning to Notre Dame offensive coordinator Gerad Parker as his replacement.

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Fourteen companies contest license denials by Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission

Fourteen companies are contesting license denials by the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) at their meeting on December 1.

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Mobile Archbishop to take guidance from 'Holy Father' following same-sex blessings direction from Vatican

A change in Vatican policy has some asking questions about what direction the Catholic church is headed when it comes to same-sex marriages.

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Troy University spokesman asks for clarification over AL(dot)com report about possible Dothan campus closure

A spokesman for Troy University requested a change to an online news article on Monday that claims the school could potentially close one of its three satellite campuses.

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Chambliss reappointed as State Senate Majority Whip

State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) was recently reappointed to the position of Senate majority whip after a Birmingham organizational session of state senators.

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