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Summit shopping Alabama News
How were Black Friday sales in Alabama?

Last Friday was Black Friday, perhaps the most important day of the year for retailers when holiday shoppers kick off their Christmas-shopping season by flocking early to local retail centers to partake in special sales and deals.

Photo by Buddy Nath from Pixabay Alabama News
68 years ago today: Alabama woman becomes only person ever to be struck by a meteorite

On the afternoon of November 30, 1954, Ann Hodges laid down on her couch in Sylacauga to take a nap. She woke up that afternoon to a loud noise and a sharp pain in her upper thigh.

Ledbetter Alabama News
House Speaker-designate Ledbetter announces picks for House committee chairmanships

There will be new faces in leadership roles for the Alabama House of Representatives, with House Speaker-designate Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) making the announcement on Wednesday.

Tommy Tuberville Alabama News
Tuberville on Auburn hiring Freeze: 'Sometimes you have to give people a second chance'

Tuberville, who led the Auburn football team from 1999-2008, acknowledged Freeze's past problems at Ole Miss but said the new coach deserved a "second chance."

Weather photo by Daoudi Aissa tornado storm severe weather Alabama News
Storms take two lives in Alabama, cause more property damage and injuries

At least two lives were lost early Wednesday morning due to a tornado that hit the Flatwood area near Montgomery.

Dale Strong Alabama News
Newly-elected Dale Strong endorses Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign

Since former President Donald Trump announced his bid for the 2024 presidential election, he has not been without support from Alabama politicians.

Trent Dilfer Alabama News
UAB will hold press conference on Wednesday afternoon to announce Trent Dilfer hiring

Trent Dilfer set to become the head football coach at UAB.

Caleb Taylor Alabama News
Caleb Taylor talks the odd Alabama state parks requirement for written permission for firearms on FM Talk 1065

Listen to 1819 News Investigative Reporter Caleb Taylor on The Jeff Poor Show as they discuss the odd requirement that visitors to Alabama state parks must get the park's written permission before they can carry their concealed weapons on park property.

Santa Claus Alabama News
Sean of the South: Dear Sean

"The whole WORLD can’t be wrong about Santa, can they?"

Atmore Death Penalty 1 Alabama News
Attorneys claim Kenneth Eugene Smith suffered 'pain and torture' in botched execution

The drama surrounding Alabama’s ongoing issues with the death penalty continues to unfold, as lawyers for the most recently failed execution describe “torture” in the botched attempt.

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall Alabama News
AG Marshall files lawsuit against state ethics commission

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall filed a lawsuit Monday in Montgomery County Circuit Court against the Alabama Ethics Commission stating an advisory opinion of theirs “directly interferes with and impairs his duties.”

Huntsville Mayor Tommy Battle Alabama News
Huntsville Mayor Battle touts 'national accolades,' future investments in State of the City address — 'Experiencing growth and development like we’ve never seen before'

A capacity crowd gathered at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville on Tuesday to hear Mayor Tommy Battel give his State of the City address for 2022 where he highlighted the Rocket City's rapid growth and "quality of life investments" in infrastructure.

Iran flag Alabama News
North Alabama man accused in illegal scheme to export U.S. goods to Iran

A Madison County man faces up to 40 years in prison after being arrested in connection to an illegal scheme to export goods from the United States to Iran.

Markfreeman Alabama News
Thompson High making its fifth consecutive appearance in Super 7

Thompson High and head coach Mark Freeman will play against Auburn High on Thursday in the Class 7A championship game.

Trent Dilfer Alabama News
UAB expected to hire Trent Dilfer as head football coach

Former NFL quarterback Trent Dilfer is expected to be named as the UAB football coach.

Bryantvincentt Alabama News
UAB football players taking steps to let university administration know they want Bryant Vincent as head coach

UAB athletics director Mark Ingram said he would like a full-time head coach in place by Monday.

Photo from Mercedes Benz Marathon Weekend Facebook page Alabama News
Mercedes-Benz Marathon to host final race in Birmingham, ending 21-year tradition due to increased cost, lack of support

The Mercedes-Benz Marathon Weekend announced Monday afternoon that its event weekend planned for February 2023 will be its last. 

HOSPITAL UAB EMERGENCY ROOM AP Photo Jay Reeves Alabama News
'Sick season': Birmingham-area hospitals experiencing high volume — Doctors call on legislature to act

An early spike in flu this year is straining health care providers across the state. Birmingham-area hospitals are seeing higher volumes of patients in emergency departments and beds are filling up quickly.

Hugh Freeze Alabama News
Hugh Freeze gets emotional during introduction as Auburn head football coach

Hugh Freeze was introduced as Auburn's football coach during a Tuesday press conference.

Carnell Williams Alabama News
Cadillac: 12 Auburn football players dedicated their lives to Christ this year

Following Auburn's 49-27 loss to in-state rival Alabama in the Iron Bowl, Tigers interim head coach Carnell "Cadillac" Williams revealed that 12 players had given their lives to God.

Katie Britt. Alabama News
Katie Britt tapped to serve on new Republican Advisory Council

The Republican National Committee (RNC) has appointed U.S.  Senator-elect Katie Britt to the newly formed Republican Party Advisory Council.

Houston County Alabama News
Houston County approves marketing contract to aid employee recruitment

Houston County Commissioners approved an annual marketing contract Monday to help with county employee recruitment.

Stephanie Holden Smith Alabama News
1819 News Contributor Stephanie Holden Smith talks about making a difference in our local communities on News Talk 93.1 News & Views

Listen to 1819 News Contributor Stephanie Holden Smith on News & Views with Joey Clark as they discuss how doing small things every day with integrity can make a huge difference in our local communities.

Money Alabama News
Joey Clark: How did we get so rich?

Everyday people being set free to build the future for themselves made us rich. And can make us richer still.

Wonderful life Alabama News
Stephanie Holden Smith: 'It’s a Wonderful Life'

When good men do nothing, evil prevails.

Photo from the Tuscaloosa County School System website Alabama News
Tuscaloosa County residents to vote on property tax increase in early 2023

Residents of Tuscaloosa County will be voting in a referendum on Valentine’s Day 2023 to determine whether or not they will increase property taxes for the county school system.

PAPARAZZI CLUB MOBILE Alabama News
Four shot at Mobile nightclub over Thanksgiving weekend

A shooting over the holiday weekend at the Paparazzi Club in Downtown Mobile landed four victims in the hospital.

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