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Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall working with lawmakers to draft bill to increase sentences for gang-related crimes

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is working with Republican lawmakers to bring a set of bills to the Alabama Legislature with the intention of curbing gang violence by increasing sentences for gang-related crimes.

Bingo Hall Raided Alabama News
Federal, state authorities raid Jefferson County bingo halls

The Alabama Attorney General's Office confirmed some bingo halls in Jefferson County were raided Tuesday morning.

Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed Alabama News
Joey Clark: Is Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed facing the rotten fruit of yesteryear’s seeds?

City elections are scheduled for August 22, but no challengers have announced a bid for Reed’s position. But could recent lawsuits change that?

GLAMPING ONE Alabama News
Alabama State Parks adds 'glamping sites' to offer comfort in the outdoors

If you like the idea of camping but prefer air-conditioned, luxurious accommodations, six Alabama State Parks will have just the place for you this summer.

Fish Alabama News
Work continues for the UAB defense

UAB defensive coordinator Sione Ta'ufo'ou and the defensive staff continues to shape the Blazers defense.

Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall backs Florida ban on Medicaid funding for gender transitions

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed an amicus brief with 16 other states supporting Florida’s healthcare regulation that denies Medicaid coverage for so-called gender transitioning procedures.

AL House of Rep Stringer Shane Facebook Alabama News
State Rep. Stringer proposes former law enforcement, ex-military be armed at public schools — 'We have got to do more to protect our children'

Although some may be uneasy about arming teachers at public schools, State Rep. Shane Stringer (R-Citronelle) insists there are scenarios where it would be appropriate, and he says he has forthcoming legislation to try to make it possible.

Barbara Drummond Alabama News
State Rep. Drummond bill would charge parents of students who bring guns to school with a Class C felony — 'We need to get parents' attention'

With the recent shooting at a Christian school in Nashville, Tennessee, still heavy on the hearts and minds of America, State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile) is hoping her new bill will reduce the risk of a similar tragedy playing out in Alabama by placing much of the responsibility on parents.

Danielortizuna Alabama News
Former UNA guard Daniel Ortiz getting a lot of attention after entering the transfer portal

Former UNA guard Daniel Ortiz visited UAB last weekend and also has trips planned for Tulane, Boston College and FIU.

Connor Sturgeon Linkedin Alabama News
Louisville shooter identified as University of Alabama graduate Connor Sturgeon

The suspected shooter at the Old National Bank in Louisville, Ky. is reportedly Connor Sturgeon, a 25-year-old graduate of the University of Alabama.

Photo from Norfolk Southerns Facebook page Alabama News
Third Norfolk Southern train derails in Alabama this year, hospitalizing two

Another Norfolk Southern train derailed in Jasper on Saturday night, marking the third time one of its trains has gone off the rails in Alabama since January.

Jefferson County Commission Photo from Jimmie Stephens Facebook page Alabama News
Jefferson County Commission to review gerrymandering lawsuit from NAACP — ‘What we did was to follow the law’

Jefferson County Commission president Jimmie Stephens told 1819 News on Monday that the JCC is reviewing a lawsuit filed against it by activist groups accusing it of racial gerrymandering. 

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State Rep. Paschal introduces bill to allow cosmetology license reciprocity to military families and dependents

A bill that allows military personnel and military dependents licensed as cosmetologists in other states to continue practicing their trade while stationed in Alabama has been filed in the Alabama House of Representatives.

Regions Alabama News
Regions Bank asks court to remove 10th grader from trust fund lawsuit

Attorneys for Regions Bank are asking a Montgomery County Circuit Court Judge to remove Tyra Lindsey, a 10th-grade Alabama student, as a plaintiff in a lawsuit against board members and trustees of the Mabel Amos Memorial Fund.

Uaboffensespring Alabama News
UAB offensive coordinator Alex Mortensen assesses the Blazers' offense after the spring game

UAB has been busy this spring working on a new offensive system.

empty prison cell Alabama News
Former Coffee County church secretary to spend a year-and-a-half in prison for stealing money

A 59-year-old woman was sentenced to 18 months in federal prison after stealing $89,440 from Brooklyn Congregational Methodist Church in Coffee County.

AI generated Image Alabama News
1819 News asks artificial intelligence chatbot ChatGPT 10 questions about Alabama

In November 2022, OpenAI launched ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot that has garnered a significant amount of both awe and criticism from the public. 1819 News sat down with ChatGPT to ask it ten questions about Alabama:

Constitution 2 Alabama News
Phil Williams: The seal of approval

The Constitution is our free society’s seal of approval. If something passes constitutional muster, then we can be more assured that we are protected and able to confidently move forward. It is the standard for measuring freedom.

AL State House Ashley Carter Alabama News
Reforming prison 'good time laws,' passing economic incentives a priority for lawmakers this week

Reforming Alabama’s early prison release and passing the state’s economic incentive package to be a priority next week, according to Alabama House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville).

Bridge Westview Alabama News
State Supreme Court upholds ruling forcing ALDOT to compensate Gulf Shores resident $3.6 million for property used in Baldwin County bridge project

ALDOT claimed eminent domain to secure the Ellenburg family’s 21.6-acre plot of land for the bridge project. Though ALDOT offered $1.1 million, the family sued saying the money didn’t cover the cost of upgrades made to the property.

Jan Hicks Alabama News
'We are the hands and feet of his son, Jesus': The story behind a life-changing, international prayer ministry based in Sweet Home Alabama

Christians United Ministries, a believer-supported international ministry of prayer, has been around since 1999. It started in the Elberta home of Jan Hicks after she got into a little bit of trouble herself. Well, Hicks got into a lot of trouble and to this day is thankful to be alive.

Hot dog Alabama News
Randy Tatano: The menu in the press box

Of all the press box food I’ve experienced, most has been very good. Auburn definitely had the best menu (sorry, Alabama fans, but this is about food, not football) with a really tasty buffet.

HOT AIR BALLOON FESTIVAL Alabama News
Over 50,000 visitors expected for Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival in May

The South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce and OWA Parks & Resort are teaming up to put on the 19th annual Gulf Coast Hot Air Balloon Festival from May 4 through May 6. Over 50,000 are expected to attend the three-day event.

Jesus on the cross Alabama News
Parker Snider: Easter is a call to change

Jesus didn’t die on that cross and rise again three days later so that you and I could stay the same. Are you willing to change? 

Crosses Alabama News
Ashley Carter: The greatest story of love ever told

Easter is celebrated all around the world as a time of renewal and a reminder that even in the darkest moments, there is always a chance for new life to emerge.

Frank Thomas at the statue unveiling. Photo Credit: Chuck Garfien on Twitter Alabama News
Frank Thomas honored with statue unveiling outside of Plainsman Park

After a prolific career with Auburn, and a historic career in the MLB that ended with an induction at Cooperstown, Frank Thomas has a statue outside of Plainsman Park.

Johndefilippo Alabama News
New Orleans Breakers head coach John DeFilippo fighting through pain to lead his team into the USFL season

New Orleans Breakers coach John DeFilippo spent six days at Mayo Clinic earlier this year because of pain in his back and limbs.

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