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Alabama Secretary of State pushes to purge non-citizen voter files following election integrity concerns
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Statistics provided by the Alabama Secretary of State’s Office claimed that there are 3,251 non-citizens in the State of Alabama who have somehow registered to vote. Secretary of State Wes Allen’s findings showed that the WKRG News 5 viewing area accounts for 17% of those non-citizens: Allen said that while non-citizens […]
Man is first drug dealer in Alabama’s Middle District convicted for fentanyl death
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - For the first time in River Region history, someone has been convicted on federal charges for distributing fentanyl that resulted in a death, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Alabama. [EDITOR’S NOTE: This article is being updated to clarify this...
Alabama lawmaker to introduce regulatory bill for crypto, blockchain tech next year
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama Rep. Mike Shaw, R-Hoover, said Wednesday he intends to introduce legislation related to the regulation of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. “Don’t know what it’s going to look like, but I’m planning on putting something together to introduce next year, but it’s going to take some...
Alabama authorizes third nitrogen gas execution for inmate who tortured and killed hitchhiker
The Alabama Supreme Court granted the state attorney general's request to authorize the execution of Carey Dale Grayson, one of four teenagers convicted in the 1994 killing of Vickie Deblieux
Heat index will approach 100 degrees but chance of showers for weekend
HUNTSVILLE — The heat returns today and Friday but there may be a little relief as a cold front approaches. Afternoon heat indices will also approach and/or exceed the 100-degree mark through Saturday, according to the National Weather Service Huntsville office. “Afternoon heat indices will top out in the...
Damaging Wind Threat Across Alabama Kicks Off the Weekend
A series of weather systems will impact the region, bringing thunderstorms from Friday afternoon into Saturday. The National Weather Service in Birmingham said, "While large hail is possible, damaging winds will be the main threat with each storm.”. A marginal risk is in place from the Storm Prediction Center for...
Dobson faces scrutiny over “segregation academy” ties amid education push
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Republican candidate Caroleene Dobson is running to be the U.S. Representative for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District. Dobson has made strong public comments on education, comments which may prove concerning in light of her own educational history. Dobson herself graduated from Monroe Academy in...
Search Escalates for Missing Alabama Woman Last Seen in Orlando, Officials Seek Public's Help
The search intensifies for Lea Marie Lankford, a 37-year-old woman from Alabama, who has been reported missing in Orlando, as law enforcement officials appeal to the public for any leads. Lankford, last seen in the vicinity of a resort on Universal Boulevard on August 8 and 9, failed to return to her job following a scheduled vacation, sparking concern from her family and authorities, as reported by FOX 35 Orlando.
Dothan native represents district at Democratic National Convention
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - Mary Elizabeth Parker’s interest in politics began in the sixth grade, which, according to her, was probably a bit soon. A recent graduate of Samford University, Parker is now headed to Chicago as a delegate for the 2024 Democratic National Convention. The opportunity stemmed from...
Snipers make championship cut, will play final regular-season game Sunday
DOTHAN, Ala. (WTVY) - For the first time ever, the Dothan Snipers, Dothan’s first semi-professional team is headed to the Pro Basketball Association Championship game. The team did this by maintaining an undefeated record throughout the entire season. Sunday’s final regular season game will be crucial as they plan...
A-List No. 8: Auburn-bound Jourdin Crawford can dominate up front for Parker
The A-List is AL.com’s ranking of the top 15 senior prospects in the state of Alabama. We will count down one each day until No. 1 is revealed Aug. 22. Parker High School defensive lineman Jourdin Crawford has drawn a lot of attention for quite a while. He said he first caught the eye of college recruiters as a ninth grader.
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