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Man who allegedly detonated explosive device outside Alabama Attorney General’s Office pleads guilty
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — A man accused of placing an explosive device outside the Alabama Attorney General’s office earlier this year has pleaded guilty in the case. Kyle Calvert, 26, of Irondale, pleaded guilty in federal court to the malicious use of an explosive device. He faces between five to 20 years in prison without the possibility of parole.
Caroleene Dobson responds to Shomari Figures’ Democratic National Convention speech
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Republican congressional candidate Caroleene Dobson said there were parts of her opponent Shomari Figures’ speech at the Democratic National Convention that she actually liked. “He’s a very talented speaker,” Dobson told WKRG News 5. “I loved that he referenced the legacy of civil rights leaders in District 2.” Shomari Figures spoke […]
UAB looking to add clinics across state to address dental crisis
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - The American Dental Association ranks Alabama 51st in the nation for access to dental care, a ranking UAB’s School of Dentistry wants to change. School leaders want to add more dental clinics near rural and moderately urban parts of the state. They have already launched...
FuelAL: Alabama’s initiative to retain young professionals
OPELIKA, Ala. (WTVM) - Alabama has introduced a summer program designed to retain young professionals within the state. FuelAL aims to connect college interns with the vibrant lifestyle and recreational opportunities in the areas where they work. “There are so many industries here that I didn’t even know were in...
Alabama drivers frustrated by rising car insurance rates
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) – Auto insurance rates are expected to continue increasing this year, with Alabama projected to rise by 18%. According to AAA, these hikes are nothing new as car insurance rates have been increasing annually for the last several years. “Typically, the reason that we see that happen is because of an increase […]
Calls for drastic reforms after scathing report on Alabama's pharmacy board
MONTGOMERY, Ala (WBMA) — State lawmakers reviewing operations of the Alabama Board of Pharmacy call a state audit report "extremely, extremely troubling." The Sunset Committee met Thursday in Montgomery. "To say I'm concerned would be an extreme understatement," remarked Senator Keith Kelley of Anniston. He added if the board...
Sen. Katie Britt secures $2 million for south Alabama hospital
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Friday that she has secured a $2 million federal grant for Atmore Community Hospital in Atmore, Ala. “Health care is critical for the wellbeing of Alabamians across our great state, and modernized equipment is key to providing the best care for patients,” Britt said in a news release. “I’m proud to have secured these funds during the 2024 Appropriations process, and I look forward to continuing my work on the committee to invest further into our families, our state, and our future.”
Liles installed as state American College of Surgeons president at annual conference
The Alabama chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual conference jointly with the Mississippi chapter and featured speakers from across the region, including surgery faculty from the Whiddon College of Medicine. USA Health surgical oncologist Spencer Liles, M.D., FACS, was installed as president of the Alabama chapter...
Alabama Supreme Court denies rehearing on United Methodist churches wanting to leave
The Alabama Supreme Court on Friday denied a request for a re-hearing of its ruling against United Methodist churches that sued trying to leave the United Methodist Church and take their property. The state Supreme Court, in a ruling released May 31, said the churches must pursue the matter through...
Deputies investigate death, injury in Escambia County Florida
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Deputies are investigating after a woman was found dead in a home and a man was seriously wounded. A spokesperson for the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office says deputies responded to a home on Talladega Trail Sunday morning and found a woman dead inside. A man was taken to medical care […]
Auburn Completes Waterway Study in Terry Cove and Cotton Bayou
Orange Beach, Ala. – (OBA) – The Cotton Bayou/Terry Cove bodies of water are part of the Perdido Bay watershed. This system connects to the Gulf of Mexico through Perdido Pass and has traditionally provided nursery habitat for aquatic and bird wildlife. Development over the years has replaced...
‘End it Now’ rally marches through Downtown Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Rally goers took the streets of Downtown Mobile Saturday, bringing awareness to different forms of abuse. “It’s about encouraging and advocating for the end of human trafficking, the end of domestic violence and all forms of abuse,” organizer, Robert Soto said. Soto is a local pastor and has been spearheading the […]
Gunner Rivers, St. Michael open with big win at rival Bayside Academy
Gunner Rivers threw for two touchdown passes and RB Kamarjay Lavoie added two on the ground as St. Michael defeated rival Bayside Academy for the first time, 31-10 on Friday night at Freedom Field. The Cardinals (1-0) led 21-0 at halftime. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Saraland gets by Jackson, plus week 1 highlights
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Saraland Spartans squeaked by the Jackson Aggies, 35-27, in the 5th Quarter Game of the Week for week one. A late fourth-quarter interception sealed the deal for the Spartans as they improved to 1-0 on the year. Check out all the local high school football scores: Thursday night scores: Friday […]
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