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Sewell, Singleton Alabama News
Senate Minority Leader Singleton launching 'exploratory committee' for primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Sewell

U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) might already have her first Democratic primary challenger for 2024 one day after new congressional district map proposals were released by a court-appointed special master.

Kenneth Eugene Smith Alabama News
Attorneys seek to halt nitrogen hypoxia execution of Alabama murderer Kenneth Eugene Smith

Attorneys for convicted murderer Kenneth Eugene Smith are attempting to halt his execution by nitrogen hypoxia as the state of Alabama seeks to utilize the method for the first time in history.  

SCOTUS Alabama News
SCOTUS denies Alabama’s request for stay on federal court’s redistricting ruling

The U.S. Supreme Court denied an emergency stay request from the State of Alabama on Tuesday over an August ruling by a panel of three federal judges barring Alabama from using a congressional map it passed in a special session in July in the upcoming 2024 election.

Jack Campbell Alabama News
Joey Clark: In memory of my friend, Jack Campbell

Rest in peace, Jack. I will never forget you. Years from now, when I’m that older man sitting alone at the local watering hole, perhaps someone will say hello and stop to listen to some of those same lines we once shared.

Photo from The Preserve in Hoover Alabama News
Residents of ‘The Preserve’ in Hoover attempting to stop rental units, hotel from altering development

A group of Hoover residents are attempting to stop a new development proposed for their neighborhood. 

Lane Kiffin Twitter Ole Miss FB Alabama News
Finebaum: 'Lane Kiffin will not succeed Nick Saban, nor will Lane Kiffin ever beat Nick Saban'

Paul Finebaum was not impressed with Lane Kiffin’s performance Saturday in a 24-10 loss to Alabama.

Redistricting Map Alabama News
Alabama elected officials react to new congressional map proposals — 'Once again we have seen activist judges overstep their roles'

A special master appointed by a panel of three federal judges released three congressional map proposals on Monday that would pit two incumbents against each other and most likely result in two Democrats being elected to Congress from Alabama in 2024.

West Alabama Corridor Alabama News
14 ALDOT contracts still on hold by legislators over West Alabama Corridor dispute

Fourteen Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) contracts delayed by legislators at a Contract Review Committee meeting earlier in the month are still on hold.

Lloyd's Alabama News
Beloved Lloyd’s Restaurant closing in Birmingham

Since 1937, for 86 years, Lloyd’s Restaurant, off Highway 280 east of Birmingham, has been the go-to place for barbecue, meat and three, fried chicken and heavenly onion rings. Lloyd’s has been a Southern Fried Restaurant.

Alabama map Alabama News
Special master releases proposed redistricting maps placing Moore, Carl in same district

On Monday, special master Richard Allen filed newly drawn remedial redistricting maps with a panel of three federal judges.

20230812 FB Fall Camp Scrimmage Freeze AP 1822 Alabama News
What did Hugh Freeze have to say ahead of Auburn's matchup with Georgia?

With Auburn's toughest test of the season taking place on Saturday, what did Hugh Freeze have to say during his weekly press conference?

Nick Saban and Mike Leach Photo by Mississippi State Athletics Alabama News
Saban reflects on the late Mike Leach ahead of Mississippi State matchup: 'He was different, but in a good way'

When Alabama squares off against Mississippi State in Starkville this Saturday, there will be a significant change from last year’s matchup.

Fox & Friends Alabama News
Fox News on atheist backlash to Auburn event: 'It’s freedom of religion, not freedom from religion'

The recent drama between the state of Alabama and a Wisconsin-based anti-religious group has garnered national attention as the mainstream media takes notice.

Photo from Twitter Alabama News
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Alabama State University football player punches security guard in face after away loss, receives suspension from school

A video circulating on Twitter over the weekend shows Alabama State University wide receiver Jacob Freeman punching a security guard in the face after the team lost to Florida A&M on the road on Saturday.

Riverboat brawl Alabama News
Dockworker on viral Riverfront brawl: ‘I was just expecting another peaceful, nice cruise’

A dockworker attacked during a brawl in Montgomery's Riverfront Park that got national media coverage in August said he has some “bumps and bruises” after the incident.

U.S. flag, pledge Alabama News
State Sen. Allen re-files constitutional amendment requiring Star-Spangled Banner broadcasts in public schools

State Sen. Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) recently proposed a constitutional amendment for the 2024 regular legislative session to require education boards to adopt policies mandating a once-weekly broadcasting of "The Star-Spangled Banner."

University of Alabama Alabama News
University of Alabama frat sued for allegedly hazing student, causing 'traumatic brain injury'

A University of Alabama fraternity is being sued for allegedly hazing students, with charges including assault, battery, negligence and fraud.

SCOTT BRIDGE COMPANY NEW BRIDGE 3 Alabama News
Work to resume on controversial ALDOT Baldwin County beach bridge

Work on a controversial bridge connecting Gulf Shores to mainland Baldwin County that was stopped earlier this year is reportedly set to resume soon.

Chicken House Alabama News
Dirt road to nowhere: Poultry farming in Alabama impacted by big corporation regulations

Country roads lead many Alabamians home from work each day. The roads we travel become engrained in our memories and we can see them clearly even when we’re miles away. Some of those roads are made of red dirt and sparkling mica. At the end is a small farmhouse and large rows of chicken houses. But for many, that’s where the road ends.

Fetterman Alabama News
Phil Williams: The making of laws is a sacred trust

The making of laws is a sacred trust and should not be treated like a morning at the gym.

Robert Aderholt Alabama News
Aderholt on impending federal shutdown: 'We’re fighting to turn this ship and get government back under control'

Congress has until the end of this week to approve 12 appropriations bills to keep the government running or else risk a shutdown.

Aaron Cody Smith Alabama News
Imprisoned former Montgomery police officer seeks new trial

Aaron Cody Smith, the former Montgomery police officer convicted of manslaughter, is seeking a new trial after the Alabama Supreme Court expressed concern over the effectiveness of Smith's counsel during his criminal trial in 2019.

Alabama linebacker Dallas Turner Alabama News
Alabama moves up to No. 12 after taking care of Ole Miss

The University of Alabama football team is moving up in the polls after a 24-10 win over No. 15 Ole Miss this weekend.

Magnolia Inn in downtown Foley, Alabama. Owned by John Snook, who also lived there. At one end of semi-secret Snook tunnel to his Gulf Telephone Company. Alabama News
­­Early 'militia' in Baldwin County included women’s 'Nylon Army'

There was an early militia – 1950s through 1970s – in Foley in southern Baldwin County.  And it defied the mainstream depiction of a militia.

U S House Alabama News
KCarl Smith: Time for Congress to address key issues

It is paramount that the 435 representatives in "The People's House" dedicate themselves to addressing the many challenges facing the nation.

Katie Britt Alabama News
'Someday she'll be running this place': Politico envisions Katie Britt as the 'post-Trump' leader of the GOP

She'll have several hurdles to overcome between now and then, but a Politico magazine piece penned by veteran journalist Jonathan Martin contemplates a world with U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) as the leader of the post-Donald Trump Republican Party.

Wes Allen Alabama News
Secretary of State Wes Allen discontinues voter registration mobile app

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has discontinued the Vote for Alabama voter registration mobile phone app since assuming office, according to a spokeswoman for his office.

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