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Published on May 8, 2025

Federal court: Alabama Legislature intentionally discriminated against Black voters in redistricting

A federal court Thursday ruled that the Alabama Legislature intentionally discriminated against Black voters in approving a congressional district map in 2023 that would only have had one majority-Black district. In a nearly 600-page order, the three- …

Source: Alabama Reflector - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Alabama's new shark alert system: Who gets alerts and when

MOBILE, Ala. (WPMI) — Governor Kay Ivey signed a shark alert system into law this week known as Lulu's Law, which is named after a Birmingham teen who was attacked by a shark last summer. The law says a warning will go out only when a confirmed report …

Source: WPMI - Alabama - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

Dollar General Literacy Foundation invests $290K in Alabama education programs

The Dollar General Literacy Foundation awards $290,000 in literacy grants to Alabama nonprofits. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — The Dollar General Literacy Foundation (DGLF) has announced the award of nearly $290,000 in literacy grants to Alabama nonprofit …

Source: WZDX - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Alabama raises income limits for WIC program, expanding eligibility

Alabama expands WIC income guidelines, offering more families nutritious food benefits and educational resources. MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama has raised its income eligibility guidelines for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and …

Source: WZDX - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 9, 2025

Former Alabama standout, NBA star testifies in Michael Lynn Davis capital murder trial

Source: The Tuscaloosa News - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Today on FOX54+ | Alabama Politics This Week, Snacks & Flicks, Weather Updates on-demand, and FOX54 News at 5:30

FOX54+ has a full afternoon lineup for you, leading off with Alabama Politics This Week with Dale Jackson and Mecca Musick. HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Here's what's streaming on FOX54+ today. Download on your TV and watch for free. 2:00 p.m. Alabama …

Source: WZDX - Alabama - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Softball: Oakfield-Alabama beats Kendall in five, 14-2

Oakfield-Alabama beat Kendall 14-2 in softball on Wednesday. The game was called by Mercy Rule after the top of the fifth inning Allison Harkness went five innings to get the win, giving up four hits and no earned runs. She struck out five. Offense: …

Source: The Batavian - New York - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Trump Reveals Surprising Insights in Alabama Commencement Speech

Montgomery, Alabama – Former President Donald Trump delivered a commencement speech at the University of Alabama on May 4 that revealed unexpected insights into his personal philosophy. During the address, he shared life lessons aimed at the graduating …

Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on May 8, 2025

Judge dismisses challenge to Alabama law protecting minors from trans treatment

U.S. District Judge Liles C. Burke formally dismissed a case on Thursday that sought to overrule a state law protecting minors from receiving transgender procedures and surgeries. The dismissal came after the plaintiffs who sued to overturn the law filed a …

Source: World - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Missing Alabama toddler found dead in burn pile after mother, grandfather indicted in his disappearance

The remains of an Alabama toddler missing and presumed dead since last year were found in a burn pile at the family’s home and now confirmed to be those of the young boy authorities announced Thursday. Kahleb Collins, 1, was discovered missing after a …

Source: AL.com - Alabama - Center-left