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12 months ago
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/child-sex-offenders-would-be-barred-from-using-cell-phones-po-boxes-under-alabama-lawmakers-bill.html
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/tuberville-to-introduce-bill-requiring-ride-share-drivers-to-be-able-to-speak-english.html
“America is an English-speaking country if you want to live and work in the United States, you need to be able to speak and read our language,” Tuberville said.
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The Huntsville City Council approved the sale of land Thursday night that will pave the way for a $240 million shopping center that will include a Home Depot and a Target superstore.
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$240 million North Alabama development will include new Super Target, Home Depot
The property being sold by the city comes from a 42-acre site it purchased late last year.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/240-million-north-alabama-development-will-include-new-super-target-home-depot.html
about 2 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/news/huntsville/2025/11/ula-transition-worlds-largest-rocket-plant-is-in-alabama-and-its-just-getting-started.html
“There is a giant global shortage of launches, so it is really important to the country that we ramp up this launch rate.”
about 15 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/alabama-takes-first-step-to-secure-500m-for-transformational-change-to-rural-health.html
Of the state’s 52 rural hospitals, 27 are at risk of closing, with 19 of those at immediate risk of shutting down within the next few years.
about 16 hours ago
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Cartoonist @@[undefined].bsky.social wrote and drew about the coal ash pond that RSA CEO David Bronner called "a huge environmental bomb." Read more:
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/alabama-power-sitting-on-environmental-bomb-that-threatens-the-whole-state.html
about 17 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/whats-the-priority-debate-deepens-over-mobiles-vacant-property-registry-and-who-enforces-it.html
The proposal calls for the creation of a vacant property registry, a tool used by more than 500 cities nationwide.
about 18 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/crime/2025/11/465-pounds-of-marijuana-fentanyl-seized-in-alabama-drug-raid.html
“We want the people supplying this poison on our streets to consider themselves on notice,” Dothan Police Chief William Benny said.
about 20 hours ago
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“Please be assured that there was no threat to campus or the community.”
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Auburn University apologizes for ‘technical error’ that led to false active shooter alert
“THIS IS NOT A DRILL!” the alert read.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/auburn-university-apologizes-for-technical-error-that-led-to-false-active-shooter-alert.html
about 21 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/alabama-snap-recipients-face-delays-and-uncertainty-as-feds-change-payment-amount.html
The uncertainty looms as the Trump administration is being pulled back into federal court Thursday.
about 22 hours ago
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about 23 hours ago
Alabama Power is sitting on ‘environmental bomb’ that threatens the whole state
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/alabama-2026-election-tuberville-stockpiles-77-million-war-chest-mccarron-absent-from-fundraising-report.html
U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville has emerged as a fundraising powerhouse in his bid for governor.
about 24 hours ago
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https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/11/water-board-ceo-controversy-continues-questions-swirl-after-veteran-exec-passed-over.html
The board’s handling of Tony Petelos’ application has fueled growing scrutiny over who is being considered, and by whom, for Alabama’s largest water utility.
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He didn't even get an interview: Accusations of secrecy 'backroom deals' and favoritism surrounding the search for a CEO for Birmingham’s regional water system intensify after a veteran executive was rejected early in the process without explanation.
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Water board CEO controversy continues: Questions swirl after veteran exec passed over
Tony Petelos led Jefferson County through bankruptcy but couldn't get past first round for water utility CEO position that serves 770,000 customers.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/11/water-board-ceo-controversy-continues-questions-swirl-after-veteran-exec-passed-over.html
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/tuberville-backs-sending-troops-into-africas-most-populous-nation-over-alleged-christian-genocide.html
When asked Wednesday if he would support U.S. troops going into Nigeria, Tuberville responded, “You bet I would.”
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@CoachForGov is amassing an impressive campaign war chest, sans PAC donations, as he marches toward the governor's seat. Details about ex-Tide QB A.J. McCarron's fundraising won't be known until December. The latest on 2026 in Alabama
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www.al.com/politics/202...
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Alabama 2026 election: Tuberville stockpiles $7.7 million war chest; McCarron absent from fundraising report
Here is where candidates for Alabama's highest offices stand in the latest fundraising reports for 2026's elections.
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/alabama-2026-election-tuberville-stockpiles-77-million-war-chest-mccarron-absent-from-fundraising-report.html
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/which-alabama-restaurants-are-offering-free-meals-in-snap-shutdown.html
1 day ago
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#ICYMI
: President Donald Trump on Wednesday night addressed the packed crowd at Auburn University’s Neville Arena for a Turning Point USA rally by phone. 🔗:
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/trump-calls-packed-crowd-at-turning-point-rally-auburn-is-a-special-place.html
1 day ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/huntsville-botanical-garden-light-show-in-running-for-national-prize-and-it-needs-your-help.html
Huntsville Botanical Garden leaders want to take the title in time for the Galaxy of Lights’ 30th anniversary.
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President Trump calls in to a packed crowd at Turning Point USA's tour stop at Auburn University saying "Auburn is a special place."
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/trump-calls-packed-crowd-at-turning-point-rally-auburn-is-a-special-place.html
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U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville eulogized Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk on Wednesday before a packed crowd in Auburn. 🔗:
https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/tuberville-urges-young-auburn-conservatives-to-carry-on-charlie-kirks-work-politicians-are-not-going-to-help.html
1 day ago
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https://www.al.com/highschoolsports/2025/11/oneonta-football-coach-dismissed-after-8-seasons-63-wins-6-playoff-trips.html
Phil Phillips, who led Oneonta to the Class 2021 Class 4A state championship game, has been dismissed as the team’s head football coach.
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/alabama-comedy-club-opened-a-food-pantry-now-its-become-a-hub-for-people-in-need.html
"It’s not just people with plenty that are donating, but we’re seeing small donations from people I know who are struggling," Mollie Holder said.
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https://www.al.com/life/2025/11/alabama-oyster-harvest-off-to-slow-start-likely-worst-in-years-a-hard-scratch.html
As of Wednesday morning, the state’s oyster harvest dashboard showed that 2,402 sacks had been brought in, in 22 days of harvest.
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https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/11/alabama-public-television-could-lose-millions-members-and-programs-if-they-drop-pbs.html
“I’m afraid that it would be the end of APT-PBS as we know it,” APT Commissioner Pete Conroy said.
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/is-the-gop-tired-of-all-trumps-winning-yet.html
"Oh how I yearn for all those wins Trump promises," columnist Mo Brooks writes. "But so far, on election days, Trump has been 0-4."
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/mobile/2025/11/retirement-systems-of-alabama-chief-calls-for-mobile-coal-ash-to-be-fixed-a-knife-to-your-throat.html
The coal ash pond sits next to the Mobile River, and environmental activists argue that it poses a threat both to the river and the groundwater nearby.
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3 days ago
This retired executive is challenging Alabama's political status quo in her bid for the state legislature. Toni Vaughn says she’s ‘a fighter with some fight left’ as she runs as a Democrat from Shelby County.
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Retired executive challenging political status quo says she’s ‘a fighter with some fight left’
Toni Vaughn, a former insurance industry executive from Shelby County says state legislators focus on "culture wars" instead of citizens' everyday needs.
https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/11/retired-executive-challenging-political-status-quo-says-shes-a-fighter-with-some-fight-left.html
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Willi Morris
3 days ago
ICYMI between all of my NFL posts. A colleague gave me a tip about Auburn faculty having to do course compliance forms for anti-DEI law.
#HigherEdSky
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Hannah Denham
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NEW: Pack Health is shutting down after lapsed incentive agreements with Alabama, Jefferson County
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Once promising Alabama company failed to reach goals tied to incentives
Now Pack Health is shutting down, and taking nearly 100 jobs with it.
https://www.al.com/business/2025/11/once-promising-alabama-company-failed-to-reach-goals-tied-to-incentives.html
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Gone were the sights and sounds of gospel music and preachy messaging on the video boards, and in was an energetic scene as hip-hop music blared in the background.
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Auburn players describe playing for DJ Durkin: ‘Like no other on this coaching staff’
Auburn players shared their thoughts on Durkin following Tuesday's practice
https://www.al.com/auburnfootball/2025/11/auburn-players-describe-playing-for-dj-durkin-like-no-other-on-this-coaching-staff.html
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/crime/2025/11/i-want-you-to-die-federal-charges-filed-after-threats-against-mountain-brook-rabbi-political-and-religious-figures.html
A south Alabama man has been charged federally after authorities say he made threats.
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/rep-sewell-visits-thanks-birmingham-for-feeding-snap-recipients.html
SNAP is the nation’s most extensive anti-hunger program, serving nearly 42 million people nationwide.
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/nearly-100-pounds-of-marijuana-found-in-trash-bags-after-citizen-complaint-of-weed-odor.html
A citizen complaint about a strong smell of pot led to the discovery of nearly 100 pounds of marijuana in Gadsden.
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https://www.al.com/life/2025/11/whats-blocking-the-sunset-view-at-alabamas-tallest-peak.html
Construction on the new $25 million hotel began last year.
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Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett is causing quite the stir across the Magic City and beyond.
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Birmingham’s youngest police chief is ‘arresting hearts all over the internet’
Birmingham Police Chief Michael Pickett is causing quite the stir across the Magic City and beyond.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/birminghams-youngest-police-chief-is-arresting-hearts-all-over-the-internet.html
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/business/2025/11/struggling-breakfast-chain-restaurant-purchased-in-620-million-deal.html
Shareholders will receive $6.25 per share in cash.
2 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/katie-britt-receives-honorary-doctorate-during-tuskegee-homecoming.html
The politician said she was “blown away” to receive the Doctorate of Laws degree.
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“It comes after fighting through so many challenges from rising costs to constant negativity, criticism, and bashing from people who don’t understand what it really takes to run a track like this.”
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Long-running south Alabama drag strip to close after nearly 50 years
The facility's last racing event is currently scheduled for Nov. 29.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/long-running-south-alabama-drag-strip-to-close-after-nearly-50-years.html
3 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/11/secret-search-for-new-water-board-ceo-all-a-lie-birmingham-mayor-says.html
3 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/birmingham-mayor-kicks-off-food-drive-asks-for-donations-for-snap-recipients.html
“The moment that we’re in requires us to open up our hearts, and our checkbooks,” Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin said.
3 days ago
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https://www.al.com/politics/2025/11/katie-britt-we-cant-go-another-week-as-government-shutdown-ties-record.html
Today marks the federal government shutdown lasting 35 days, tying the record for the longest shutdown in history.
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The governor also called on Democrats in the U.S. Senate to "vote to reopen the federal government NOW."
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Tubular! 🔗:
https://www.al.com/business/2025/11/us-steel-pumping-75-million-into-alabama-plant.html
3 days ago
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/hoover-police-chief-signs-off-after-45-years-as-he-prepares-to-take-mayors-office.html
“I have truly been blessed by the past 45 years,” said Nick Derzis.
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What Alabama restaurants would you give a Michelin star to? ⭐️⭐️⭐️
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3 days ago
Dr. Barry Booth, an icon among South Alabama veterans, was honored Monday in Spanish Fort.
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Veterans advocate Dr. Barry Booth receives Spanish Fort’s inaugural civic award
The 84-year-old retired dentist who hitchhiked to college and later orchestrated Honor Flight South Alabama was honored by the city where he practiced for over 50 years.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/veterans-advocate-dr-barry-booth-receives-spanish-forts-inaugural-civic-award.html
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https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/cobb-lane-was-once-birminghams-bourbon-street-after-fire-its-charred-memories.html
Those who never had a martini at the Blue Monkey Lounge probably will never understand.
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“We got to get it done for people who are at the top of that upper deck, the people who are on our streets, the people who are on the field,” Auburn athletic director John Cohen said.
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John Cohen and DJ Durkin’s message to Auburn fans after coaching transition from Hugh Freeze
Cohen takes responsibility for the failed hire as Freeze departs with a 15-19 record, promising to bring in the best candidate to reward Auburn's loyal supporters.
https://www.al.com/auburnfootball/2025/11/john-cohen-and-dj-durkin-message-to-auburn-fans-after-coaching-transition-from-hugh-freeze.html
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The Tuscumbia City Board of Education is asking people to stop sharing a video of a fight in a football locker room.
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School board asks people to stop sharing fight video showing Deshler high football players
The plea was posted to social media.
https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/school-board-asks-people-to-stop-sharing-fight-video-showing-deshler-high-football-players.html
3 days ago
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