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Prepare for pea-sized hail with thunderstorms in Lauderdale and Limestone counties Sunday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 5:43 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 6:30 p.m. for Lauderdale and Limestone counties. Wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches) are foreseen. "At 5:43 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Rogersville, or 18...
Update: Flood advisory affecting Alabama until Sunday night
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 8:27 p.m. in effect until 11:30 p.m. for Bullock, Montgomery and Pike counties. The weather service says, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas....
Flood advisory issued for Central Alabama until Sunday night
The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at 5:29 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 9 p.m. for Dallas, Hale, Marengo and Perry counties. The weather service states, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor...
When do Democrats have to certify their nominee to get on ballot in Alabama?
Three months ago, the Legislature scrambled to pass a bill most people thought at the time would ensure that President Joe Biden would be on Alabama ballots for the presidential election. That was necessary because, as Secretary of State Wes Allen announced, the Democratic National Convention comes too late this...
Update: Thunderstorms with damaging winds and nickel-sized hail in North Alabama Sunday
On Sunday at 7:42 p.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated severe thunderstorm warning valid until 8 p.m. for Madison, Marshall and Morgan counties. The storms could bring nickel-sized hail (0.88 inches) and wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 7:41 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located near...
Emotional CNN analyst compares Biden exit to taking keys from grandpa: ‘You just cry’
President Joe Biden’s decision not to seek reelection drew reactions across a broad spectrum from both sides of the aisle, while some felt emotional about it on live television. CNN analyst Van Jones, who has shed tears on the air before including when Biden was elected in 2020, appeared...
Alabama GOP on Biden’s bow out: ‘Power-hungry globalists will stop at nothing’
Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl Sunday said the “Democratic establishment has once again shown their true colors” following President Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race. Wahl, in a statement posted on X/Twitter, accused the party’s leadership of “pushing” Biden out of...
Pea-sized hail expected with thunderstorms in Madison and Jackson counties Sunday
The National Weather Service issued a report at 4:35 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 p.m. for Madison and Jackson counties. The storms are forecast to bring wind gusts of up to 40 mph and pea-sized hail (0.25 inches). "At 4:35 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm...
Alabama’s 2nd District race: Figures salutes Biden’s service; Dobson calls for his resignation
Alabama is a Republican stronghold in statewide races, so President Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race on Sunday is not likely to change former President Trump’s expected dominance in the state in November. But Alabama does have a competitive congressional race - the redrawn 2nd District - where...
LSU cornerback arrested for voyeurism, suspended from team activities
LSU cornerback Javien Toviano turned himself in to authorities and was arrested Sunday after accusations of video voyeurism. The sophomore defensive back is accused of secretly recording himself and a woman July 5 and July 6 during sexual intercourse without her consent, per to the arrest documents obtained by WAFB.
Alabama Rep. Gary Palmer on 2024 election: ‘It doesn’t matter who the Democrats choose’
Alabama Rep. Gary Palmer, R-Hoover, said Democrats have succeeded in “pushing Joe Biden out of the presidential race” and that it does not matter whom the party choose as the nominee in the 2024 election following the president’s announce he will step aside. “The Democratic Party has...
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin endorses Kamala Harris for president: ‘Let’s get to work’
Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin quickly showed public support for Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee in the 2024 election shortly after President Joe Biden announced he will not seek reelection this November. “President @JoeBiden’s endorsement of Vice President Harris speaks volumes,” Woodfin posted on X/Twitter. “Her leadership, resilience,...
Alabama Rep. Terri Sewell: ‘I plan to do everything in my power’ to elect Kamala Harris
Rep. Terri A. Sewell, Alabama’s lone Democratic congresswoman, released a statement praising President Joe Biden after he announced he would not seek reelection this year and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee in the 2024 presidential election. “President Joe Biden will go down in history as...
Kamala Harris VP pick: 8 possible vice presidential running mates
If Kamala Harris becomes the new Democratic pick for presidential candidate in 2024, she’ll need to choose a vice president, and fast. President Joe Biden made a blockbuster announcement Sunday that he will bow out of the race for reelection. He has endorsed Harris as his replacement. One of the biggest questions: If she is nominated at the August convention, who will serve as her second?
Flood advisory for Chambers County until Sunday evening
A flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:22 p.m. in effect until 6:45 p.m. for Chambers County. The weather service states, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor drainage areas,"...
Brace for strong thunderstorms in Tuscaloosa County Sunday afternoon
A weather alert was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:20 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:45 p.m. for Tuscaloosa County. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:19 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm 7 miles northwest of Bankhead Lock...
Weather alert for strong thunderstorms in West Central Alabama Sunday afternoon
A report was issued from the National Weather Service on Sunday at 3:21 p.m. for strong thunderstorms until 3:45 p.m. for Pickens, Tuscaloosa and Greene counties. Residents can look for wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 3:21 p.m., Doppler radar tracked a strong thunderstorm near Lake Lurleen State...
Update: Flood advisory affecting Choctaw County Sunday evening
An updated flood advisory was issued by the National Weather Service on Sunday at 6:09 p.m. in effect until 7 p.m. for Choctaw County. The weather service comments, "Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas," explains the weather service. "Turn around, don't drown...
Flood advisory for Lee and Russell counties until Sunday evening
The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory at 3:11 p.m. on Sunday in effect until 6:45 p.m. for Lee and Russell counties. The weather service adds, "Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected." "Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Overflowing poor drainage areas,"...
Sen. Katie Britt slams Kamala Harris as ‘last person who should be entrusted with our nation’s future’
As national Democrats began lining up behind Vice President Kamala Harris following President Joe Biden’s decision to suspend his re-election campaign, Alabama Sen. Katie Britt Sunday blasted Harris for her record with the administration. “Changing the president in this case isn’t going to change the policies,” Britt told AL.com...
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