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Alabama lawmakers begin pre-filing bills ahead of 2025 legislative session
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Some Alabama lawmakers are already preparing for next year’s legislative session, pre-filing bills on topics from crime to transportation. State Rep. Reed Ingram (R-Pike Road) would like to see fellow lawmakers pass a bill allowing the governor or attorney general to appoint an interim police chief in high crime areas. This […]
Summer Drought Spreading Across Central Alabama
During the warm months, Alabama is accustomed to the scorching hot temperatures and occasional afternoon downpour to replenish the dry soils. However, we are normally not prepared for growing drought concerns like many local farmers have been worried about this year. In fact, for some farmers, these are the driest conditions they’ve had since the […]
Alabama man headed to prison for conning $4.7 million from investors in phony business, timber schemes
A Pell City man has been sentenced in a scheme to defraud more than 40 investors in his various companies out of more than $4.7 million, announced U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent in Charge Carlton L. Peeples. Chief U.S. District Court Judge R....
Repairs on Gulf State Park Pier nearly finished
MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — A project on an iconic Alabama coast landmark is nearing the finish line. Alabama State Parks’ Southern Regional Operations Supervisor Lamar Pendergrass says construction crews have almost completed repairs on the Gulf State Park pier. The pier has not been fully operational since 2020 after Hurricane Sally damaged it.
Big Lots store closing list: Locations that are shutting down, 1 Alabama store closing
Discount retailer Big Lots is closing as many as 40 stores this year as the company struggles against inflationary headwinds and drops in consumer spending. In June, the company’s SEC filings indicated it will close between 35-40 stores this year. Big Lots closed 52 locations in 2023. The filing...
Young singer from Alabama receives golden buzzer on ‘America’s Got Talent’
A star was born in Alabama thanks to “America’s Got Talent” on July 9. Rising artist Reid Wilson from Montgomery received the golden buzzer on season 19, episode 6 of the popular talent competition show. The 14-year old sang a rendition of “You Don’t Own Me” by...
Light at the end of the tunnel after a soggy week
DOTHAN, ALA. (WDHN) – Right on track, the Wiregrass has been in and out of showers and thunderstorms all of Wednesday afternoon. Luckily, the heaviest rain and flooding concerns have stayed south and north of our area. Heading into Wednesday evening, the threat of a few showers will continue,...
2 new arrests made in Blakely shooting investigation
BLAKELY, Ga. (WALB) - Two more suspects have been arrested following at July 17 shooting. WALB previously reported that a 17-year-old was arrested after gunshots were fired at a home on Palmetto Avenue. On Wednesday, July 24, Blakely police announced the two other suspects connected to the shooting were in...
Wow! States With The Most Understaffed Prisons Include Alabama
In America, there are many concerns that citizens have when surrounding jobs. Fox Business says that what was called the "Great Resignation" back in 2021 where workers quit their jobs due to low pay, no opportunities for advancement, and feeling disrespected could happen again soon in the United States. These...
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