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Covington County sees increased unemployment rate for June
Covington County’s unemployment rate increased in June, according to preliminary, non-seasonally adjusted figures compiled by the Alabama Department of Labor. The county’s unemployment rate for June was 3.3 percent, up from 2.7 percent in May. It also reflects an increase from June 2023 when the county’s rate stood at 3.1 percent. The numbers represent a […] The post Covington County sees increased unemployment rate for June appeared first on The Andalusia Star-News.
Former Alabama Rep. John Rogers sentenced to 13 months in prison after pleading guilty to fraud
John Rogers, the longest-serving member of the Alabama House of Representatives and a stalwart of the state's Black caucus, will spend 13 months in prison for his part in stealing money from a community service fund.
How does Auburn's 2025 class in the state of Alabama compare to years past?
Auburn has not always won the big dog recruiting battles in the state of Alabama, but when the Tigers are at their best, the program has done a good job landing in-state prospects that aren't headed to Alabama or Georgia. Hugh Freeze and Auburn's new staff recognize that — along with flipping the script and winning some of the big dog recruiting battles — as they attack the state of Alabama in recruiting.
Madison County judge denies capital murder suspect’s youthful offender request
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - A Madison County judge denied a capital murder suspect’s request to be tried as a youthful offender. Terrell Otey is charged with a 2021 shooting on Sparkman Drive. Prosecutors say he shot a man during a drug deal. Otey will be back in court next...
Mental health evaluation update of accused murderer Jennifer Long; lawyer weighs in
A Morgan County mother accused of killing her own child may not stand trial for the brutal stabbing. This comes after Judge Jennifer Howell ordered Jennifer Long to undergo another mental evaluation on Monday, June 29th. This time, at the Alabama Department of Mental Health clinic in Tuscaloosa. Judge Howell...
Pedestrian taken to hospital after hit by vehicle on University Drive in Huntsville
One person is in the hospital after being hit by a vehicle, according to Don Webster with Huntsville Emergency Medical Services. Webster says they received the call of a vehicle hitting a pedestrian on University Drive at Research Park about 10:17 a.m. Wednesday. According to the Huntsville Police Department, the...
CrowdStrike scams on the rise following historic IT outage
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) - It’s been almost two weeks since the historic IT outage caused by a faulty CrowdStrike update. Many are still feeling the effects of the outage, especially now that scammers are looking to market off of the disaster. People across the world are reporting scams that...
Guam natives celebrate Liberation Day at Redstone
Apollonia Manglona, 84, of Meridianville, is like a beautiful tree with branches. The Guam native was born in Rota which is part of the Mariana Islands. She has nine children, 16 grandchildren, 19 great-grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She and her five daughters and four sons and many of their offspring attended the Guam 80th Liberation Day celebration Saturday at The Cliffs at Redstone.
Flying Biscuit lands in Huntsville’s Foundry; joins Taziki’s
HUNTSVILLE – A new breakfast and brunch spot will soon butter your biscuits, so to speak. The Flying Biscuit will bring its Southern-inspired breakfast, brunch and comfort food menu to Huntsville, the Beach Company and Crunkleton Commercial Real Estate announced today. The location will be in The Foundry, a...
Huntsville man held on $4 million dollar bond after drug arrest
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — A Huntsville man has been charged with drug trafficking after a weekend arrest. According to Huntsville Police, the North Alabama Drug Task Force (NADTF) executed a search warrant in the area of Jonathan Drive at 1 a.m. on Friday, July 26. A 36-year-old man was arrested and investigators seized the following:
Huntsville launches campaign to push for litter-free city
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Huntsville officials and the Huntsville Green Team are joining forces to fight against litter with their latest initiative, #LitterFreeHSV. The campaign aims to get community support in maintaining the cleanliness of Huntsville's roads and parks. City Council President David Little talks about the importance of addressing the city's litter issue as its population grows.
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