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Col. John Eidsmoe: From Wittenberg to Plymouth, from Luther to the Pilgrims

Four things to learn from Luther, Tyndale and Bradford as we celebrate Thanksgiving.

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Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals decision could have implications for Alabama's congressional map

The U.S. 8th Circuit Court of Appeals recently ruled that private litigants can no longer bring lawsuits claiming violation of section two of the Voting Rights Act.

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Birmingham city councilwoman ‘at a loss of words’ over shootings in Five Points South neighborhood, asks mayor for help

At Tuesday’s meeting of the Birmingham City Council, councilwoman Crystal Smitherman told Mayor Randall Woodfin she was “at a loss of words” in response to recent shootings in the Five Points South neighborhood, one of which she said happened last weekend.

Birmingham-Southern Alabama News
City Council’s $5 million Birmingham-Southern College loan plan advances

A plan to loan Birmingham-Southern College (BSC) $5 million in city funds in an attempt to keep the school open passed a Birmingham City Council committee on Tuesday.

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Bidenomics causing a kitchen table crisis with 25% cost increase this Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is this Thursday, and families across the U.S. are already getting a taste of how much the cost to feed their family has increased under the Biden administration.

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4 takeaways from Auburn's 84-54 win over Alabama A&M

Auburn picked up its third straight win tonight over Alabama A&M. What are the biggest things learned from the game?

Alabama running back Roydell Williams (5) celebrates at Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa, AL on Saturday, Nov 18, 2023. Alabama News
Alabama still No. 8 in this week's College Football Playoff rankings

On Tuesday, the College Football Playoff committee released its top 25 rankings, and the University of Alabama football team is still stuck at No. 8.

FOLEY HIGH SCHOOL PRAYER MIRROR Alabama News
Foley student's positive affirmation project under fire from Freedom From Religion Foundation

The Freedom From Religion Foundation (FFRF) sent a letter to the Baldwin County School system after a social media post by Foley High School showed a student-made “prayer mirror” in the girls’ bathroom.

Redistricting Alabama News
State of Alabama agrees to pay $515,000 special master bill in redistricting lawsuit

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall agreed to pay a requested $515,000 bill from court-appointed special master, Richard Allen, for fees and expenses related to drawing congressional redistricting maps in October for the 2024 election. 

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Mobile City Council delays vote on PD bodycam policy change

The Mobile City Council Tuesday delayed a vote changing the police department’s video footage policy due to the need for more discussion.

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Paris Hilton thanks U.S. Sens. Tuberville, Britt for co-sponsoring juvenile system reform bill

Businesswoman and celebrity Paris Hilton thanked U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) and other lawmakers on Monday for co-sponsoring a bill that, if passed, would reform the juvenile justice system and foster care.

VICTOR BIRCH Alabama News
Mobile bridge to be dedicated to runner killed in head-on collision

Victor Birch was well-known in the Mobile running community. He was known to run in marathons and triathlons. However, Birch’s life was taken in a tragic crash in September of 2022 when another vehicle sped over the center line and hit Birch’s vehicle head-on.

Birthday Alabama News
Joey Clark: Grown men always celebrate the gift of another birthday

A grown man should be utterly embarrassed to suggest he or anyone else should make a big fuss over his birthday, but any man worthy of his fated age should always rejoice in the birth of new life and new family.  

Argo Police Department Alabama News
Argo police chief says he cannot police Facebook: 'I believe in good old-fashioned police work'

Earlier this month, the Argo Police Department was working to track down a suspect and sought public help by posting information online. Before he knew it, Chief Alan Busler said people from the community were volunteering to take matters into their own hands.

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State library board's Wahl praises Ivey for proposed rules addressing sexually explicit books — 'Libraries should be a safe place for our kids'

Alabama GOP chairman and Alabama Public Library Service Board member John Wahl recently praised Gov. Kay Ivey for her attentiveness and recommendations for the state library board to address sexually explicit library books.

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Anthony Daniels makes media buy in crowded Democratic primary for newly drawn District 2

Daniels is the presumed frontrunner for the Democratic nomination for District 2, however, the media buy should still help him stand out in the crowded field of 21 candidates, 13 of whom are Democrats.

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Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, license applicants reach possible settlement

The Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC) and multiple cannabis companies who have unsuccessfully sought a cannabis business license might have reached a settlement in multiple lawsuits. 

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Hugh Freeze previews Auburn's upcoming contest against Alabama

What did Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze have to say ahead of the 88th edition of the Iron Bowl?

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Nick Saban discusses relationship with Hugh Freeze leading up to the Iron Bowl

The Iron Bowl rivalry between Alabama and Auburn is enriched with history, and this year's game will showcase two head coaches with significant personal histories as well.

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Decatur Police Chief determines department policies were violated in shooting of Stephen Perkins

Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling released a statement Monday in response to the shooting death of a man killed during an interaction with police.

Family Praying Alabama News
Pete Riehm: Even in darkness, we still give thanks

Our wearied nation has endured some dark times the past few years and the darkness does not seem to be dissipating, so it may seem difficult to give thanks.

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Man sentenced in 2019 crash that killed Auburn broadcaster Rod Bramblett and wife pleads guilty to child porn charges

The man charged in the 2019 crash that took the life of the voice of the Auburn Tigers Rod Bramblett and his wife Paula pleaded guilty last week to child porn charges.

Africatown Alabama News
Mobile’s Africatown featured on '60 Minutes'; Descendants from slave ship met with descendants of ship financier

Historical events from 163 years ago in Alabama were featured on Sunday's CBS's "60 Minutes."

Dubose Alabama News
State Rep. DuBose to co-host ‘Girls’ Day at the Capitol' to encourage involvement in state government among females

State Rep. Susan DuBose (R-Hoover) announced on Monday she will co-host a “Girls Day At The Capitol” event on Monday, December 18.

Alabama guard Aaron Estrada (55) warms up at Coleman Coliseum in Tuscaloosa, AL on Friday, Nov 17, 2023. Alabama News
Alabama jumps 5 spots in AP college basketball poll; Auburn receiving votes

The University of Alabama basketball team saw big movement this week in the Associated Press top 25 college basketball poll.

Daniel Boman Alabama News
AL-5 GOP hopeful Daniel Boman facing legal, ALGOP ballot challenges

Alabama Congressional District 5 candidate Daniel Boman may have issues with the Alabama Republican Party in addition to his legal trouble. 

Singing Alabama News
Phil Williams: Casinos and tone-deaf politics

Politicians need to sing to their audience, not to themselves. They need to sing (and govern) in a manner that does not look, sound, or feel like they are so tone deaf that they are missing what really matters to the people who elected them.

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