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Selma leaders, school officials grapple with community issues in wake of apparent high school student fentanyl overdose — 'Our babies are in trouble'

Wednesday evening, local leaders and school officials gathered at Selma High School (SHS) and spoke with parents and others to address community issues after the death of an SHS student.

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Shelby, Tuberville vote 'no' on Respect for Marriage Act, will now head to House for vote

The U.S Senate on Wednesday passed the hotly-debated Respect for Marriage Act, which would federally enshrine the right to same-sex and interracial marriage into law.

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UAB offensive tackle Kadeem Telfort getting extra work in this week in preparation for the LSU defensive front

The UAB offensive line has its biggest challenge this season with LSU freshman Harold Perkins on the other side of the line of scrimmage.

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Charles Barkley calls for Auburn to hire Deion Sanders — 'He's going to win or be successful at anything he does'

Auburn basketball legend and NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley on Thursday voiced his support for his alma mater to hire Jackson State head coach Deion "Prime Time" Sanders to fill its coaching vacancy.

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Tuberville says he is 'excited' Trump is running; Calls McConnell 'a good leader'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) confirmed Thursday that he will continue to support Donald Trump in the former president’s recently-announced bid for president in 2024.

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Ivey hires BCA lobbyist as legislative affairs director in second term

Gov. Kay Ivey is hiring Drew Harrell, Business Council of Alabama’s Vice President of Governmental Affairs, to lead her legislative affairs team for her second term.

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Heritage Foundation study ranks Alabama charter schools high for ‘wokeness’; Recommends school choice to ‘empower parents’

Alabama received one of the worst woke scores among the schools surveyed by The Heritage Foundation — worse than California and New York. 

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State of Alabama set to execute Kenneth Eugene Smith for 1988 murder-for-hire of pastor's wife

Kenneth Eugene Smith, an Alabama man convicted in a murder-for-hire plot of a pastor’s wife, is set to be executed today.

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KCarl Smith: The U.S. Constitution: A noble document

Although they were flawed men, our founders established a government under the U.S. Constitution intended to secure the freedom and equal rights of all Americans. God uses imperfect people to write noble documents, including the founders.

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It's quarterfinal time for most of the AHSAA football playoffs

Thompson and Hoover will play each other, once again, to determine the North representative in the Class 7A state championship game.

Tab Bowling Alabama News
Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling caught violating city ordinance by renting out guest house on Airbnb

Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling admitted to violating the city’s ordinance prohibiting short-term rentals.

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Ukrainian pastor with Alabama ties strives to be 'lighthouse during a dark time'

A Ukrainian pastor with ties to Alabama continues to hunker down with members of his congregation and community as the world around him crumbles.

Montgomery Alabama News
Montgomery City Council delays lodging tax increase vote

Members of the Montgomery City Council delayed voting on an ordinance at a Tuesday night meeting that would increase the city’s lodging tax.

Samford Alabama News
Samford is back at work after clinching the Southern Conference football championship

Samford claims its second Southern Conference football championship since joining the league in 2008.

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UAB rebounds from last week's loss with a convincing win over Presbyterian

Eric Gaines leads the way with 16 points and 10 assists in Wednesday's win.

Katie Britt Alabama News
McConnell wins Senate Minority Leader re-election; Britt noncommittal on support

U.S. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) was re-elected to his leadership position Wednesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Fla). 

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Birmingham Water Works to repay some customers for overbilling, most less than $5

Birmingham Water Works is planning to repay certain customers who were overcharged for water, but some might get back less than expected.

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Alabama solar farm to pay $500,000 in penalties for waterway pollution

An Alabama solar farm is involved in a $1.3 million multi-state settlement for violations of the Clean Water Act.

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One more win and Jacksonville State can stake the claim as ASUN football champs

Jacksonville State, which is transitioning into the FBS next season, can finish unbeaten in ASUN play on Saturday.

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Mississippi plans income tax elimination while Alabama plans temporary rebate

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves (R) announced Tuesday his plans to further reduce the state's income tax until it is entirely eliminated over the next four years.

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Secretary of State-elect Wes Allen notifies voter maintenance program ERIC of Alabama’s withdrawal

A week after being elected as Alabama’s next Secretary of State, Wes Allen sent a certified letter to the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC) stating that Alabama would cease participation with the non-profit upon his inauguration on January 16, 2023.

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Rivals Sylvania and Geraldine set to meet in the Class 3A football quarterfinals

Geraldine and Sylvania each advanced to the Class 3A quarterfinals with upset victories. Friday will mark the 67th meetings between the schools' football teams.

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Troopers investigating after 3 teens killed in fiery crash during police chase

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency released information on a deadly crash that claimed the lives of three teens in Cullman County.

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Jeffrey M'ba 'day-to-day’ as Auburn defense prepares for Western Kentucky

One of Auburn’s top recruits from last class and a former No. 1 player in JUCO, Jeffrey M’Ba went down against Texas A&M with what appeared to be a lower-body injury. As Auburn prepares for Western Kentucky, it is still unclear if the Tigers will have M’Ba along the defensive front. 

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Justin Bogie: Consequences of Medicaid expansion go beyond dollars and cents

On its face, it is understandable why Medicaid expansion is tempting for some lawmakers. The federal government currently pays a 90% match rate for states that elect to expand coverage.

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Dothan pastor, Al Sharpton half-brother Kenneth Glasgow pleas guilty to drug conspiracy charge

The half-brother to civil rights activist Al Sharpton pleaded guilty regarding the most recent federal drug charges against him from the U.S. Department of Justice.

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Sean of the South: Pretty

Becca is 10 years old. She waits for me patiently outside the restaurant because—big surprise—I am late for our meeting. I will be late for my own cremation.

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