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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.
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.
Two arrested on armed robbery charges following drug deal gone wrong in Escatawpa
ESCATAWPA, Miss. (WLOX) - Two Moss Point citizens are jailed on armed robbery charges following an alleged drug deal, Jackson County Sheriff’s Department announced on Friday. Around 10:30 a.m. on Friday morning, deputies were called to Broddack Avenue in Escatawpa, where they arrested 28-year-old Christopher Ramon Freeman and 22-year-old...
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...
Theodore man arrested after robbery that left victim with several cuts: MPD
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Theodore man accused of cutting and demanding money from a man at an ATM has been arrested, according to the Mobile Police Department. 41-year-old LaJuan Dontal Carson was arrested on Thursday, July 18, in connection with an alleged robbery at the PNC Bank (5351 Highway 90) on July 17, at […]
Cooper Marine Adds the M/V David J. Cooper Jr. to its Fleet
Cooper Marine is pleased to announce the addition of the 4,200 HP towing vessel M/V David J. Cooper Jr. to its fleet. The acquisition of this towboat will expand Cooper Marine’s fleet to 42 towing vessels across America’s inland waterway system. The M/V David J. Cooper Jr. will operate as one of the premier towing vessels in its class and is uniquely balanced with maneuverability and horse power making it ideal for transporting cargo on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.
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.
Global technology outage affecting Mobile Regional Airport flights
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — On Friday, July 19, a global IT outage caused by a glitch with Microsoft cloud-based services disrupted companies worldwide. Airlines internationally experienced massive flight delays, especially here in Mobile. But the Mobile Regional Airport’s direct flights weren’t the main issue, based on News 5’s conversations with passengers. Outbound flights were delayed, which caused […]
Man found dead on Mobile roadway after report of pedestrian struck by a car
A man was found dead on a road in Theodore early Friday morning after police responded to a report of a pedestrian struck by a car, Mobile police say. According to a release, police responded at 5:22 a.m. to the westbound side of Highway 90, also known as Government Boulevard, in between East Rite Road and the Highway 90 East Service Road in Theodore.
Mobile man previously charged with murder not indicted by grand jury
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A Mobile man previously charged with murder will not go to trial after a grand jury chose not to indict him, according to court documents. 20-year-old Alvin Bernard Adams was accused of involvement in the shooting death of 45-year-old Jamel Pendleton, which happened on Jan. 27, 2023. Pendleton was shot multiple […]
Mobile Alabama Power lineman reacts to ‘aggressive’ Houston residents
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Several crews from the Alabama Power Mobile division were sent over to Houston to help restore power for several residents impacted by Beryl. Beryl knocked out power for nearly three million people in the Houston area, and with summer in full swing, thousands are still without power and are losing their patience, threatening the crews who are trying to restore electricity.
Car stuck under tanker during crash at I-10, I-65 interchange: MFRD (Photos)
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — A car became stuck under a tanker on the I-10, I-65 interchange during a crash early Friday morning, according to the Mobile Fire-Rescue Department. MFRD officials said they were called to the crash after law enforcement received multiple calls about a vehicle trapped under a tanker around 8 a.m. July 19. […]
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