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No. 2 Auburn looking to extend win streak over Gamecocks

No. 2 Auburn looking to extend win streak over Gamecocks

Demonstrators protest outside Manhattan criminal court before the start of the sentencing in President-elect Donald Trump's hush money case, Friday, Jan. 10, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura) Alabama News
Tuberville, Britt applaud end of 'witch hunt' with Trump sentencing — 'The American people made it clear in November that the political persecutions have to stop'

In statements on X, U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) agreed that the American people made it clear by re-electing Trump that it was time to end political prosecutions.

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Jeff Minick: Leadership 101 from two small town mayors

The best leaders love the people they serve.

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Mobile mayor spox: Resumption of Amtrak 'not a City of Mobile project'

Following Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s statement that Amtrak service would return in mid-2025, the City offered more information on the status of the project they say is not a City project.

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Alabama Supreme Court allows court-ordered CPA to take over Mabel Amos Trust Fund

Most of the Alabama Supreme Court ruled on Friday a special fiduciary appointed by Montgomery County Circuit Judge Greg Griffin could temporarily take possession of the Mabel Amos Trust Fund as a lawsuit alleging wrongdoings by Regions Bank and the fund’s board members continues.

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State Rep. Tracy Estes settles misdemeanor domestic violence case

A misdemeanor domestic violence case allegedly involving State Rep. Tracy Estes (R-Winfield), was settled on Thursday with a prosecutor and Christina Estes.

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Monroe County ‘Johnson Prayer Log’ creator dies

The man responsible for a prayer attraction in Monroe County passed away on Tuesday.

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Britt praises Laken Riley Act clearing procedural hurdle in Senate — ‘An important step forward in making our country safer’

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) praised the Senate’s bipartisan 84-9 vote to advance the Laken Riley Act on Thursday.

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Mother claims 18-year-old Montgomery murder suspect shot daughter in 2022, suspected in other killings without being questioned by police

A mother has come forward, claiming the 18-year-old suspect charged with murder and attempted murder of a police officer on Tuesday was suspected of killing her daughter and others in recent years without being questioned by police.

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Nearly 12,000 Alabama students apply for new school choice program

Nearly 7,000 Alabama families have applied for the CHOOSE Act, the state's new Education Savings Account ESA program, after the state opened it up for applications on January 2.

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Fires bring back Hurricane Katrina memories for Alabama woman in California: 'Things are just gone'

Brittney Baxter was born and raised in Birmingham but moved to Mobile where she attended the University of Mobile. She now lives with her family on the north side of Malibu, along the Pacific Coast Highway, where she can see the devastation of multiple wildfires.

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Carter Ashcraft: Sorry, Vivek, but nerdiness won't cure our culture

All too often, those in the conservative movement who emphasize free markets and entrepreneurship forgo the necessary cultural preconditions to that.

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Report shows staggering lack of resources and support for Birmingham Police Department

Earlier this week, the City of Birmingham released the "Birmingham Crime Commission Report," which takes a comprehensive look at the city's rising violent crime and homicide rates.

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Tuberville backs Trump's plays in Panama, Gulf of Mexico, Greenland — 'I think it's great'

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) recently backed several of President-elect Trump’s more ambitious proposals, including renaming the Gulf of Mexico, taking over the Panama Canal, and possibly purchasing Greenland for the United States.

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Mobile State of the City and County: Amtrak service delayed; Stimpson planning handoff to new mayor

Mobile Chamber CEO Bradley Byrne moderated the conversation with Mobile County Commissioners Connie Hudson, Randall Dueitt and Merceria Ludgood and Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson.

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Annie Holmquist: Want to make a difference in society? Start by reading a book.

If nothing else, we should read if only to prevent our society from going down the drain.

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Alabama Port Authority hopes workers union swiftly approves agreement to avoid strike

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) reached an agreement with ports and shippers relieving 36 ports nationwide of a strike.

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Ivey declares state of emergency in 37 Alabama counties ahead of winter storm

Governor Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency for 37 counties ahead of an incoming winter storm expected to hit parts of the state this week.

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State Sen. Sessions: 2025 gambling effort must be 'good' for Alabama — not just good for gambling interests, more money for more gov't

During an interview with Mobile radio FM Talk 106.5 on Tuesday, State Sen. David Sessions (R-Grand Bay) acknowledged the possibility that the Alabama Legislature could revisit gambling in 2025.

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Mobile officials celebrate economic growth ahead of State of the City and County event

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson says the city has become a hub for a diverse group of industries, leading to job growth and economic development.

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Tuberville predicts swift action on bill protecting women’s sports — ‘It's unsafe, it's unfair, and it's wrong’

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) expects his legislation preserving Title IX protections for female athletes will soon receive a floor vote in a Republican-controlled congress under the scond Trump administration.

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‘A little bit offensive’ — State Board of VA members oppose likely Alabama Dept. of Veterans Affairs overhaul legislation

State Board of Veterans Affairs (SBVA) spoke out at a Wednesday meeting against possible legislation in the 2025 session that would change how the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA) is governed.

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Former GOP candidate for governor Dean Odle sets 'special announcement' for January 11

Pastor Dean Odle sets "special announcement" for Jan. 11 in Montgomery.

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Tuberville reintroduces legislation repealing Corporate Transparency Act

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) will reintroduce his Repealing Big Brothers Overreach Act in the Senate in the 119th Congress. 

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Allen Mendenhall: Alabama needs the Classic Learning Test

Alabama stands poised to distinguish itself with the Classic Learning Test, or CLT, which offers a bold alternative to institutional stagnation.

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Two 18-year-old Montgomery men charged with murder in Tuesday killing; One faces attempted murder charge for firing on officer

Two 18-year-olds in Montgomery have been charged with murder, and one is accused of shooting at a responding police officer in a shooting that shut down a portion of Zelda Road in Montgomery on Tuesday.

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4 takeaways from No. 5 Alabama's 88-68 win over South Carolina

No. 5 Alabama took care of business on the road defeating South Carolina 88-68 to advance to 2-0 in SEC play.

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