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FOX10 wins 5 Nappie Awards
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - It was a night to celebrate the best of the Port City as the Nappie Awards ceremony took place at the Saenger Theatre in downtown Mobile and FOX10 News would like to say thank you to everyone who voted for us this year. FOX10 News won...
Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE
Crenshaw County Schools Superintendent Dodd Hawthorne announced his resignation following acceptance of a position with the Alabama State Board of Education. Hawthorne will take on the role of Assistant State Superintendent for Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Workforce Development, effective August 16. Hawthorne highlighted critical challenges facing the state’s education department, emphasizing the need […] The post Hawthorne resigns, accepts new role with state BOE appeared first on Luverne Journal.
Heavy rains caused 4 sewer overflows in Prichard, officials say
MOBILE COUNT, Ala. (WKRG) — Authorities are warning residents to take precautions after heavy rains caused a series of sewer overflows in Prichard. The Prichard Water Works and Sewer Board shared details about four overflows that spilled around 103,000 gallons into two bodies of water. Location Estimated Gallons Receiving Water 218 Patricia Ave. 22,200 Gum […]
Prichard water system has stopped paying investors, receiver says
CHICKASAW, Ala. (WALA) - The water system that serves here and Prichard has stopped making debt payments on more than $55 million that the utility borrowed, according to the man appointed by a judge to oversee the troubled utility. The revelations came as an advisory panel struggled to reach consensus...
A first: Some grandparents/relatives taking care of children to get financial help
For some grandparents and relatives across Alabama raising children who are impacted by the opioid epidemic, some much-needed financial assistance is coming their way for the first time in state history.
The UAW’s union dreams seemed unstoppable. Then came the realities of the South
The United Auto Workers was on a historic six-month run until it got a reminder that when it comes to unions, southern hospitality often gets replaced with hostility. It started last November when the UAW ended decades of concessions to carmakers by ratifying record contracts at Ford, GM and Stellantis. The success inspired southern auto plant workers to launch their own campaigns, starting at Volkswagen in Chattanooga, Tennessee.
U.S. News & World Report: UAB Hospital Claims No. 1 Ranking as Best in Alabama; Birmingham Metro
UAB Hospital was once again named the best hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report in its 2024-2025 Best Hospital rankings, released last week. University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital also claims the No. 1 ranking as the best hospital in the Birmingham metro area. “UAB Hospital’s recognition...
FLHSMV implements legislation requiring driver licenses and identification card numbers to change
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On July 31, 2024, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will begin implementing legislation that amends Florida Statute 322.14 (1)(a) and requires the distinguishing numbers assigned to a driver license or identification card to include at least four randomly generated numbers. This new system aims to improve security and safeguard individuals’ identities.
Travelers at VPS hit with delays amid worldwide cyber outage
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A widespread faulty software update caused major disruptions for businesses across the globe, including airlines. People at airports across the country faced major delays in their travels, including local airports. At Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), long lines could be seen with people waiting at...
Firefighting agencies respond to Elberta home fire
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — Multiple firefighting units responded to a house fire in Baldwin County Friday morning, News 5 has learned. The fire, which neighbors called in around 8:15 a.m., occurred at a home on Stucki Road in Elberta. LOCATION: Fire departments from Elberta, Lillian, Josephine, Perdido Beach, Summerdale, and Foley responded to the […]
Former Tide star Kenny King, Daphne banking on return to physical defense in 2024
Daphne senior linebacker Maddox Balius doesn’t hold back when asked about the team’s defensive potential in 2024. “We are going to be really good,” he said recently at Baldwin County Media Day. “I think we are the best defense in Alabama.”. If you purchase a product...
Lawsuit challenges timing of new Alabama law disqualifying more felons from voting on Nov. 5
Robert Crowley is a U.S. Army veteran, and volunteer with the Paralyzed Veterans of America and Mid-South chapter representative. He’s described in a lawsuit as a devoted father, grandfather and great-grandfather. But 27 years ago in 1997, he was convicted of attempted murder. Though he’s a registered voter in Alabama, his ability to vote on Nov. 5 is in doubt because of a new Alabama law that could disqualify him and many others from voting.
B-Mo Comeback Team says success is attainable
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - Success isn’t easy, but it is attainable for everyone. The B-Mo Comeback Team knows that first-hand. Joseph Gaines with NASA and businessowner Terry Green sit down with FOX10′s Lenise Ligon to share their stories.
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