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LocalALMan arrested after alleged contraband attempt at Alabama prison
A man was arrested Saturday after attempting to sneak contraband into a correctional facility, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections.
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Auburn man arrested on assault charge after pedestrian struck by vehicle
The Auburn Police Department arrested a 28-year-old Auburn man on an assault charge after a vehicle struck a pedestrian on June 25, 2026.
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Alabama School for the Deaf and Blind cited for federal spending violations, repeated compliance failures in state audit
The Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) was cited for breaking federal spending rules and failing to follow state law for at least the third year in a row, according to a new audit released by the Alabama Department of Examiners of Public Accounts.
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Woman found dead in Chambers County was strangled, authorities say
Boyfriend died of heart attack while disposing of body, investigators believe
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Auburn voters to select next mayor in August 25 election
Three candidates vying for position, with focus on infrastructure and public involvement
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Phenix City facility agrees to $300,000 settlement in health care fraud case
Attorney General Steve Marshall said the case was part of the 2026 National Healthcare Fraud Takedown
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Status hearing on Tuberville residency lawsuit canceled, motion to dismiss expected
A status hearing has been canceled in the lawsuit challenging the residency of U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, who is now the Republican candidate for governor.
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Lanett officials plan rally against gun violence after recent shooting, rise in violent crime
Event at L.B. Sykes Community Center aims to share resources, honor victims and encourage community involvement
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Person involved in Lanett shooting confirmed to be mayoral candidate
Lanett police are investigating a shooting that sent a man to the hospital.
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Russell County church destroyed by early morning fire
Emergency crews responded to a fully engulfed structure fire at St. Paul C.M.E. Church early Tuesday morning.
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Gov. Ivey announces new Alabama STEM Council appointments
Council members represent medicine, aerospace, manufacturing and education sectors
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Baptist Medical Center South announces Level 1 Trauma Center status, first in central Alabama
The designation makes Baptist South one of only four Level 1 Trauma Centers in Alabama and the only Level 1 Trauma Center in central Alabama.
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Ivey announces Vulcaflex to open first U.S. plant in Auburn
An Italian manufacturer of synthetic leathers used in the automotive industry, Vulcaflex S.p.A., is opening its first U.S. facility in Auburn, Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thursday.
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Judge rules in Jackson Hospital, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama dispute
A federal bankruptcy judge denied Jackson Hospital’s request for preliminary injunction in a 14-page ruling late Wednesday night.
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First responders learn venomous snake handling at Russell County training
Course teaches emergency personnel how to safely deal with Alabama's six venomous snake species
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Sen. Tommy Tuberville facing another suit challenging Alabama residency
A new lawsuit is challenging Sen. Tommy Tuberville’s Alabama residency, saying he is ineligible to run for governor.
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Alabama AG’s office, ALEA hold press conference on kratom operation
Authorities held a joint press conference Monday morning to “report the results of a recent statewide operation.”
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Tommy Tuberville to remain on Alabama GOP ballot for gubernatorial election
The Alabama GOP Candidate Committee conducted a hearing Sunday regarding the election contest involving the party’s gubernatorial nominee (Tuberville).
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2 found dead in Chambers County identified as investigation continues
Alabama Law Enforcement Agency investigating deaths of Jessica Folds and Daniel Robbins
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Phenix City golf tournament raises money for scholarships
Sixth annual Mayor's Education and Charity Golf Tournament draws more than 75 golfers
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