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Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell states the central bank has been subpoenaed by the DOJ, with criminal indictment on the table.
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January 12, 2026 at 1:37 AM
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell states the central bank has been subpoenaed by the DOJ, with criminal indictment on the table.
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Some measures show this season is already surpassing the flu epidemic of last winter, one of the harshest in recent history. And experts believe there is more suffering ahead.
CDC says flu activity has not peaked yet amid record-breaking season
U.S. flu infections showed signs of a slight decline last week, but health officials say it is not clear that this severe flu season has peaked.
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January 12, 2026 at 12:55 AM
Some measures show this season is already surpassing the flu epidemic of last winter, one of the harshest in recent history. And experts believe there is more suffering ahead.
The Golden Globes kick off at 7 p.m. central on WTVY (CBS).
Here's what to look for and other ways to watch >>> https://www.wtvy.com/2026/01/12/golden-globes-are-tonight-heres-what-look-how-watch-stream-show/
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January 12, 2026 at 12:28 AM
The Golden Globes kick off at 7 p.m. central on WTVY (CBS).
Here's what to look for and other ways to watch >>> https://www.wtvy.com/2026/01/12/golden-globes-are-tonight-heres-what-look-how-watch-stream-show/
Here's what to look for and other ways to watch >>> https://www.wtvy.com/2026/01/12/golden-globes-are-tonight-heres-what-look-how-watch-stream-show/
The world of prediction markets is facing new questions following a notable payout related to the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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January 11, 2026 at 10:28 PM
The world of prediction markets is facing new questions following a notable payout related to the capture of former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro.
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Authorities are investigating after a guard died during a frigid overnight shift at a construction site near the 2026 Winter Olympic venue in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
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January 11, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Authorities are investigating after a guard died during a frigid overnight shift at a construction site near the 2026 Winter Olympic venue in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
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A close call in Phoenix: Bystander video captures the moment a Waymo self-driving car stops on active light rail tracks, prompting a passenger to jump out.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:44 PM
A close call in Phoenix: Bystander video captures the moment a Waymo self-driving car stops on active light rail tracks, prompting a passenger to jump out.
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‘High School Musical 3′ actor Matt Prokop arrested on child pornography charges, reports say
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January 11, 2026 at 6:14 PM
‘High School Musical 3′ actor Matt Prokop arrested on child pornography charges, reports say
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Iran warns it will target US troops and Israel as activists say death toll reaches 203
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January 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
Iran warns it will target US troops and Israel as activists say death toll reaches 203
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Anyone with information pertaining to James R. Dawkins’ whereabouts is asked to contact he Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Autauga Co. Rescue Squad, the Millbrook Police Department, the Elmore Co. Emergency Management Agency, or ALEA directly.
Authorities searching for missing boater on Alabama River
A search is underway for a boater who went missing on the Alabama River early Saturday morning, according to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency.
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January 11, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Anyone with information pertaining to James R. Dawkins’ whereabouts is asked to contact he Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the Autauga Co. Rescue Squad, the Millbrook Police Department, the Elmore Co. Emergency Management Agency, or ALEA directly.
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is now restricting image generation and editing to paying users.
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January 11, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Elon Musk's AI chatbot Grok is now restricting image generation and editing to paying users.
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BREAKING TONIGHT: An Ozark man has been arrested and charged in connection with the deadly shooting on Saturday morning in front of a Dothan bar.
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January 11, 2026 at 6:22 AM
BREAKING TONIGHT: An Ozark man has been arrested and charged in connection with the deadly shooting on Saturday morning in front of a Dothan bar.
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Bob Weir, the singer, songwriter, guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died. He was 78.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:18 AM
Bob Weir, the singer, songwriter, guitarist and co-founder of the Grateful Dead, has died. He was 78.
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Veteran actor T.K. Carter, who appeared in the horror film “The Thing” and “Punky Brewster” on television, has died at the age of 69.
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January 11, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Veteran actor T.K. Carter, who appeared in the horror film “The Thing” and “Punky Brewster” on television, has died at the age of 69.
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This Valentine’s Day, one Alabama zoo is bringing a hilarious way to honor all types of past relationships – by naming a cockroach after an ex!
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January 10, 2026 at 11:30 PM
This Valentine’s Day, one Alabama zoo is bringing a hilarious way to honor all types of past relationships – by naming a cockroach after an ex!
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RECALL ALERT ⚠️: Nearly 40,000 tater tots were recalled in multiple states, including Florida
Nearly 40,000 cases of tater tots recalled, FDA says
A total of about 38,800 cases of tater tots were impacted for two specific frozen potato brands.
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January 10, 2026 at 11:04 PM
RECALL ALERT ⚠️: Nearly 40,000 tater tots were recalled in multiple states, including Florida
Strong opposition is certain from Wall Street in addition to the credit card companies, which donated heavily to his 2024 campaign and have supported Trump’s second-term agenda.
Trump pushes a 1-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates
President Donald Trump wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates.
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January 10, 2026 at 9:44 PM
Strong opposition is certain from Wall Street in addition to the credit card companies, which donated heavily to his 2024 campaign and have supported Trump’s second-term agenda.
TRAFFIC ALERT ⚠️: Prepare to adjust your travel on Sunday if you are traveling along North Oates Street in downtown Dothan.
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January 10, 2026 at 8:36 PM
TRAFFIC ALERT ⚠️: Prepare to adjust your travel on Sunday if you are traveling along North Oates Street in downtown Dothan.
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There is almost no consensus among the political parties in the aftermath of the death of Good, who was behind the wheel of an SUV after dropping off her 6-year-old at school when she was shot and killed by an ICE officer.
Congress is debating the possible consequences for ICE and even Noem after Renee Good’s killing
Members of Congress are considering the possible consequences for Immigration and Customs Enforcement and even Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem after an ICE officer shot Renee Good to death in Minnesota.
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January 10, 2026 at 7:34 PM
There is almost no consensus among the political parties in the aftermath of the death of Good, who was behind the wheel of an SUV after dropping off her 6-year-old at school when she was shot and killed by an ICE officer.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who helped lead the anti-vaccine movement for years, said in announcing the changes that they better align the U.S. with peer nations “while strengthening transparency and informed consent.”
Doctors say changes to US vaccine recommendations are confusing parents and could harm kids
Doctors fear this week’s unprecedented changes to federal vaccine recommendations will stoke vaccine hesitancy. even more, pose challenges for pediatricians and parents
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January 10, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who helped lead the anti-vaccine movement for years, said in announcing the changes that they better align the U.S. with peer nations “while strengthening transparency and informed consent.”
Rescuers detect ‘signs of life’ in garbage avalanche that killed 4 and left dozens missing
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January 10, 2026 at 5:12 PM
Rescuers detect ‘signs of life’ in garbage avalanche that killed 4 and left dozens missing
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A Headland man faces sexual abuse charges, arrested just a day after court records show he filed for divorce.
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January 10, 2026 at 3:50 PM
A Headland man faces sexual abuse charges, arrested just a day after court records show he filed for divorce.
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A police spokesperson said a possible motive for the shooting is unknown.
Man fatally shot outside Dothan bar
Anyone with information about this case is asked to contact Dothan Police Department at (334) 615-3000.
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January 10, 2026 at 3:15 PM
A police spokesperson said a possible motive for the shooting is unknown.
A life skills supervisor with the Alabama Department of Corrections was arrested Thursday on contraband charges.
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January 10, 2026 at 2:49 PM
A life skills supervisor with the Alabama Department of Corrections was arrested Thursday on contraband charges.
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Early County's Timpson's jersey being retired by school
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January 10, 2026 at 12:09 AM
Early County's Timpson's jersey being retired by school
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Four charged in teen's murder in Cowarts
Four charged in teen’s murder
All suspects are charged as adults.
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January 9, 2026 at 10:46 PM
Four charged in teen's murder in Cowarts