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Democrat CD-6 candidate quits Prattville restaurant after threatening ICE agents with food poisoning, anaphylaxis

A candidate in Alabama’s sixth congressional district special Democratic primary says she left her place of employment in February after she threatened U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents with food poisoning and anaphylaxis should they visit the establishment.

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University of Alabama fraternity brothers killed in Conecuh County fire

The Conecuh County Coroner’s Office identified the two men killed in a house fire early Wednesday.

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Coal miner killed in underground Tuscaloosa County machinery accident

The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is investigating the death of a miner at Warrior Met Coal in Tuscaloosa County.

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Hoover celebrates Independence Day, setting a Guinness World Record before crowning Councilwoman Lovell a hot dog contest winner

The City of Hoover threw its annual “4th on the 1st” Independence Day event at the Hoover Met. Nearly 7,000 residents and visitors from across central Alabama gathered to watch the FIFA World Cup, participate in a record-breaking event and watch a spectacular fireworks finale.

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Alabama Supreme Court declines to block vape law passed in 2025

Members of the Alabama Supreme Court declined on Thursday to grant a preliminary injunction on a new vape law passed in 2025 by state lawmakers.

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Ivey declares July 2 as ‘Made in the USA' Day in Alabama — ‘Alabamians can take great pride in being key players’

Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation declaring July 2 as “Made in the USA” Day to highlight the contributions of Alabama manufacturers, workers and companies as we head into the holiday weekend.

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Jennifer Ludy: School choice and the spirit of 1776

School choice isn’t a replay of 1776, but it is rooted in the same enduring principles. It begins with the belief that government exists to protect the rights of families, including the right to responsibly direct the education of their children.

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River Bank & Trust hit by ransomware attack from ‘unauthorized threat actor’

River Bank & Trust was hit by a ransomware attack in June.

Auburn Head Basketball coach Bruce Pearl poses for a photo in Washington, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. (AP Photo/Mike Stewart) Alabama News
Bruce Pearl issues ultimatum to JD Vance: No 2028 presidential campaign support unless ties with Tucker Carlson severed

Former Auburn University men’s basketball coach Bruce Pearl called on Vice President JD Vance to discontinue any association with Tucker Carlson for his continued criticism of the Israeli government and U.S. foreign policy pertaining to Israel.

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'Listen instead of looking at us like we're a bunch of dumb hicks': Orange Beach mayor calls on ALDOT to address new ICW bridge concerns

With Fourth of July traffic in full force on Alabama’s coast, local leaders are taking notes as they see how a new traffic pattern and a new bridge are faring.

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Allen Keller: A treatise on clothes

If at all possible, a person should wear what they like no matter the material nor the epoch from which it sprang. For me, this has become the clothes of my childhood, the clothes I vaguely remember my parents wearing, and those I wore myself till the frightening ’80s came along. The attire of the ’70s was classic, manly and American, and it fits well in our nation’s 250th year.

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Alabama Department of Public Health to hold public hearing after objecting to federal medical marijuana reclassification

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is hosting a public hearing on the possibility of the state rescheduling medical marijuana, after objecting to the federal reclassification recently enacted by President Donald Trump's administration.

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'At a loss for what to do': Palmer says moderate Democrats shaken after socialists secure primary election wins

According to Palmer, many establishment Democrats currently have no answer to far-left socialists who are sweeping elections across the country, particularly in places like New York.

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House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter and Senate Majority Leader Steve Livingston: Come celebrate 250 years of freedom with us

We are expecting another big crowd for breakfast this weekend for America’s 250th, and if you want an opportunity to talk one-on-one with one of our state's GOP primary winners, there's a good chance they will be there.

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Evergreen house fire claims two lives, Conecuh County Coroner says

The Conecuh County Coroner’s Office confirmed two people were killed in a house fire overnight.

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Fairhope man dies days after e-bike-truck collision

The Fairhope Police Department is investigating a fatal collision between an electric bicycle and a truck.

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More than 30 illegal aliens arrested from manufacturing plants in Birmingham, Irondale

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the arrests of more than 30 illegal aliens from two manufacturing plants in the Birmingham area.

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Ivey announces full funding of CHOOSE Act savings accounts for upcoming school year — ‘The CHOOSE Act has changed the lives of thousands’

On Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that the state’s school choice Education Savings Account program for the 2026-2027 school year has been fully funded for parents who have taken advantage of the state program.

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‘Nothing but glowing reviews’: Tourism Department defends Alabama’s America 250 display in Washington D.C. after state lawmaker’s complaints

The Alabama Tourism Department defended the state’s pavilion at the Great American State Fair from criticism on Wednesday.

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Cahaba Elementary School principal dies after cancer battle

The Trussville community is mourning the loss of longtime educator and Cahaba Elementary School principal Joy Tyner. Tyner passed away Tuesday morning after a battle with cancer.

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More than 40 inmates baptized at Monroe County Detention Facility

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office held a baptism service Monday for inmates who wanted to be baptized.

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Col. John Eidsmoe: Are 'unalienable rights' biblical?

The only firm basis for unalienable rights is the recognition that these rights come from a higher Source than man and his institutions. And what Source could that be but God? Jefferson answered that question clearly, eloquently and succinctly – “by their Creator.” 

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Pike Road extends ban on new gas station construction for another year

The Pike Road Town Council recently extended a ban on new gas station construction by one year. 

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ALGOP praises SCOTUS ruling on males in female sports – ‘A victory for common sense’

The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) took a victory lap on Tuesday after a U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) decision affirming the right of states to protect women from competing against biological males in sports.

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Stockton residents vote to have say in future developments in response to solar farm project

Stockton residents voted Tuesday to have a say in future developments.

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Former Montgomery City Councilwoman Marche Johnson sues city council after ouster over residency

Former Montgomery City Councilwoman Marche Johnson sued the city of Montgomery and the eight other members of the council on Monday after her seat was recently vacated.

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‘We’re struggling’: Gulf Shores mayor wants new ICW bridge converted to two-way

Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft said there is no question that a new bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway is helping get drivers into Gulf Shores. However, he is disappointed in a last-minute change that is making it more difficult to get off the island.

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