There are certainly a lot of "what if's" but the chances of Mobile & Baldwin counties reuniting in a new congressional district exist. When? How? and What's next? These are all questions awaiting direction from U.S. Supreme Court: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Supreme Court cases could reunite Mobile, Baldwin counties as redistricting uncertainty looms
GOP leaders hope Louisiana v. Callais ruling will allow coastal counties to share representation again after 2023 split into separate districts.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:26 PM
There are certainly a lot of "what if's" but the chances of Mobile & Baldwin counties reuniting in a new congressional district exist. When? How? and What's next? These are all questions awaiting direction from U.S. Supreme Court: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Paul Finebaum may be running for the U.S. Senate. A decision will likely come in January, shortly before the mid-month filing deadline. Can the sports broadcasting celebrity win the election? Here are the factors at play with multiple voices about a Finebaum candidacy: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Can Paul Finebaum win the U.S. Senate race in Alabama? Here’s what he faces
Political analysts say the sports commentator's name recognition could be a major advantage, but he faces challenges with fundraising and policy positions.
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November 24, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Paul Finebaum may be running for the U.S. Senate. A decision will likely come in January, shortly before the mid-month filing deadline. Can the sports broadcasting celebrity win the election? Here are the factors at play with multiple voices about a Finebaum candidacy: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
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Heading to the last Alabama Public Library Service board meeting of 2025. Expect news on transgender characters in children's books and the Fairhope Library funding.
@johnsharp99.bsky.social wrote a preview story about Fairhope that you should read. @al.com.
www.al.com/news/2025/11...
@johnsharp99.bsky.social wrote a preview story about Fairhope that you should read. @al.com.
www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Fairhope library funding remains at risk as book dispute returns to Alabama board
Two-year battle over placement of books with sexual content continues as APLS could consider Thursday whether library meets requirements to receive state funding.
www.al.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:44 PM
Heading to the last Alabama Public Library Service board meeting of 2025. Expect news on transgender characters in children's books and the Fairhope Library funding.
@johnsharp99.bsky.social wrote a preview story about Fairhope that you should read. @al.com.
www.al.com/news/2025/11...
@johnsharp99.bsky.social wrote a preview story about Fairhope that you should read. @al.com.
www.al.com/news/2025/11...
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🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/bodycam-shows-arrest-of-alabama-woman-wearing-penis-costume-at-protest-this-is-a-family-town.html
The footage, provided by Renea Gamble’s legal team, captures Col. Andrew Babb telling Gamble her costume would not be tolerated in a “town that has values.”
The footage, provided by Renea Gamble’s legal team, captures Col. Andrew Babb telling Gamble her costume would not be tolerated in a “town that has values.”
November 20, 2025 at 4:22 PM
🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/11/bodycam-shows-arrest-of-alabama-woman-wearing-penis-costume-at-protest-this-is-a-family-town.html
The footage, provided by Renea Gamble’s legal team, captures Col. Andrew Babb telling Gamble her costume would not be tolerated in a “town that has values.”
The footage, provided by Renea Gamble’s legal team, captures Col. Andrew Babb telling Gamble her costume would not be tolerated in a “town that has values.”
Body cam footage shows arrest of a 61-year-old woman wearing an inflatable penis costume during a "No Kings" rally protest in Fairhope. A lawsuit raises First Amendment concerns, citing past examples when the Supreme Court upheld political protests. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Bodycam shows arrest of Alabama woman wearing penis costume at protest: ‘This is a family town’
Attorneys argue 61-year-old grandmother's political expression should be protected like other controversial speech upheld by Supreme Court, with trial set for January 2026.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Body cam footage shows arrest of a 61-year-old woman wearing an inflatable penis costume during a "No Kings" rally protest in Fairhope. A lawsuit raises First Amendment concerns, citing past examples when the Supreme Court upheld political protests. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
The battle over the Fairhope Library continues on. Later today, the APLS board will once again consider a situation that has lasted for two years. Here is the latest with regard to funding, book placement, transparency and residency of board members: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Fairhope library funding remains at risk as book dispute returns to Alabama board
Two-year battle over placement of books with sexual content continues as APLS could consider Thursday whether library meets requirements to receive state funding.
www.al.com
November 20, 2025 at 3:28 PM
The battle over the Fairhope Library continues on. Later today, the APLS board will once again consider a situation that has lasted for two years. Here is the latest with regard to funding, book placement, transparency and residency of board members: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
A U.S. Chamber of Commerce official, in Mobile Wednesday for the "State of the Economy," cited the concerns from business over Trump's trade policy and tariffs. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
U.S. Chamber official in Alabama: Trump tariffs amount to $600 billion tax increase
Tom Wickham with the U.S. Chamber delivered the criticism at Mobile economic event that included a highlight of the coastal region's strong economy.
www.al.com
November 20, 2025 at 4:14 AM
A U.S. Chamber of Commerce official, in Mobile Wednesday for the "State of the Economy," cited the concerns from business over Trump's trade policy and tariffs. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
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November 19, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Pensacola is now included in the partnership for the future marketing and promotion of the SS United States once its turned into the world's artificial reef likely next year. An update: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Pensacola joins $12 million project to sink SS United States as artificial reef
Visit Pensacola expected to approve $1.5 million for the historic ship project and will help lead in marketing the future world's largest artificial reef.
www.al.com
November 18, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Pensacola is now included in the partnership for the future marketing and promotion of the SS United States once its turned into the world's artificial reef likely next year. An update: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Alabama doesn't have commercial flights connecting airports within the state. That ends next May. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Alabama beaches get easier to reach with new Allegiant Huntsville flights
Residents in North Alabama will have direct access to Gulf Shores starting May, boosting tourism and local travel options.
www.al.com
November 18, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Alabama doesn't have commercial flights connecting airports within the state. That ends next May. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Turning Point USA's Club America chapters are soaring in popularity since Charlie Kirk's tragic death. There are a lot of opinions about this -- here is the story about the conservative movement into the high schools here in Alabama: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Turning Point USA high school chapters across Alabama growing rapidly after Charlie Kirk’s murder
While the efforts face backlash in some states, the conservative youth advocacy group is spreading through Alabama.
www.al.com
November 17, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Turning Point USA's Club America chapters are soaring in popularity since Charlie Kirk's tragic death. There are a lot of opinions about this -- here is the story about the conservative movement into the high schools here in Alabama: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Interesting move set to take place next year in Fairhope. The 100-year-old concrete igloo-looking home hidden along U.S. 98 will be relocated to Flying Creek Nature Preserve -- not a far distance, but an expensive project nonetheless. Here's the story: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
‘Hermit hut’: Fundraising goal reached to relocate historic igloo in Fairhope
Here's where you'll be able to see the century-old concrete dome built by Henry Stuart in early 2026.
www.al.com
November 17, 2025 at 3:29 PM
Interesting move set to take place next year in Fairhope. The 100-year-old concrete igloo-looking home hidden along U.S. 98 will be relocated to Flying Creek Nature Preserve -- not a far distance, but an expensive project nonetheless. Here's the story: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
AJ McCarron makes an early campaign appearance during the Eastern Shore Republican Women's luncheon. He was recognized, but didn't speak and wasn't made available to the media. www.al.com/politics/202...
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has little to say in early campaign appearance
He did not give public comments, nor did he take many picture.
www.al.com
November 14, 2025 at 3:44 AM
AJ McCarron makes an early campaign appearance during the Eastern Shore Republican Women's luncheon. He was recognized, but didn't speak and wasn't made available to the media. www.al.com/politics/202...
Alabama's rankings in 4th grade math & reading are on the rise - substantially so. Is it time to elevate that accomplishment more in the state's messaging? www.al.com/news/2025/11...
From ‘Sucks’ to Success: Alabama’s leaders look to tout education comeback
Gov. Kay Ivey highlights state's dramatic improvement in national test scores while addressing Mobile Chamber, as workforce development initiatives expand across the state.
www.al.com
November 13, 2025 at 11:47 AM
Alabama's rankings in 4th grade math & reading are on the rise - substantially so. Is it time to elevate that accomplishment more in the state's messaging? www.al.com/news/2025/11...
@CoachForGov is amassing an impressive campaign war chest, sans PAC donations, as he marches toward the governor's seat. Details about ex-Tide QB A.J. McCarron's fundraising won't be known until December. The latest on 2026 in Alabama #alpolitics: www.al.com/politics/202...
Alabama 2026 election: Tuberville stockpiles $7.7 million war chest; McCarron absent from fundraising report
Here is where candidates for Alabama's highest offices stand in the latest fundraising reports for 2026's elections.
www.al.com
November 6, 2025 at 1:10 PM
@CoachForGov is amassing an impressive campaign war chest, sans PAC donations, as he marches toward the governor's seat. Details about ex-Tide QB A.J. McCarron's fundraising won't be known until December. The latest on 2026 in Alabama #alpolitics: www.al.com/politics/202...
Dr. Barry Booth, an icon among South Alabama veterans, was honored Monday in Spanish Fort. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Veterans advocate Dr. Barry Booth receives Spanish Fort’s inaugural civic award
The 84-year-old retired dentist who hitchhiked to college and later orchestrated Honor Flight South Alabama was honored by the city where he practiced for over 50 years.
www.al.com
November 4, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Dr. Barry Booth, an icon among South Alabama veterans, was honored Monday in Spanish Fort. www.al.com/news/2025/11...
A big day Monday along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Break barriers and pass the potato salad: Alabama’s coast cities toasting heroes and history
Bay Minette welcomes its first Black mayor while Robertsdale swears in its first female mayor, with celebrations planned Monday across coastal communities.
www.al.com
November 2, 2025 at 6:58 PM
A big day Monday along the Alabama Gulf Coast. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
The farmhouse featured in the 1977 film, "Close Encounters of the Third King" has yet to be moved nearly one year since Fairhope city officials OK'd a permit for it to be relocated. The approval expires later this month: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
What’s happening to the ‘Close Encounters’ farmhouse in Fairhope?
The iconic Alabama farmhouse where Spielberg filmed the alien abduction scene faces an uncertain fate as development continues around it with no movement on relocation plans.
www.al.com
November 2, 2025 at 6:51 PM
The farmhouse featured in the 1977 film, "Close Encounters of the Third King" has yet to be moved nearly one year since Fairhope city officials OK'd a permit for it to be relocated. The approval expires later this month: www.al.com/news/2025/11...
Dressing up as a priest or nun tonight for Halloween? Legally, you could be ticketed if you're in Alabama. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2024/10...
No trick, no treat: The civil rights origins of Alabama’s law prohibiting priest, nun costumes
For more than 59 years, Alabama has had a law prohibiting the impersonating of clergy through garb or costume. It was born in the middle of the Selma-to-Montgomery marches in March 1965.
www.al.com
October 31, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Dressing up as a priest or nun tonight for Halloween? Legally, you could be ticketed if you're in Alabama. Here's why: www.al.com/news/2024/10...
Phat Tuesday's owner claims the big crowds gathered around his establishment was not his problem. He claimed the late-night crowds were because of his popular wings. But the bar was a nuisance, according to police. On Tuesday, it was shut down. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
How a Mobile bar with ‘the best chicken wings on the planet’ just lost its license
Phat Tuesday Sports Bar was shuttered after 100 police calls and a near-shooting of an officer, despite the owner's claims that crowds were just there for his famous wings.
www.al.com
October 28, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Phat Tuesday's owner claims the big crowds gathered around his establishment was not his problem. He claimed the late-night crowds were because of his popular wings. But the bar was a nuisance, according to police. On Tuesday, it was shut down. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Frankenstein's monster roams the beaches in Alabama as part of a monthlong Halloween tribute. Here's the story: www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Alabama man becomes ‘Frankenstein of the Gulf Coast’ in monthlong Halloween tribute
What started as a costume impulse has turned into a Gulf Coast attraction, complete with social media following and daily appearances.
www.al.com
October 28, 2025 at 6:16 PM
Frankenstein's monster roams the beaches in Alabama as part of a monthlong Halloween tribute. Here's the story: www.al.com/news/2025/10...
One final chat with Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson before his final council meeting as the mayor. His last day in office is Friday. Stimpson served as Mayor of Mobile from 2013-2025. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson retires after 12 years: What’s next for the city leader
The 73-year-old mayor leaves office on Halloween after transforming Mobile's finances and launching major infrastructure projects.
www.al.com
October 27, 2025 at 3:06 PM
One final chat with Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson before his final council meeting as the mayor. His last day in office is Friday. Stimpson served as Mayor of Mobile from 2013-2025. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson officially retires after 12 years leading the city as its mayor. He came in on a promise of "One Mobile" and the slogan helped reshape Alabama's Port City during his tenure. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Mobile Mayor Stimpson retires this week: How “One Mobile” reshaped the city
Beyond Mobile, Stimpson helped launch the Big 10 Mayors Association, giving Alabama’s largest cities a collective voice on state issues.
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October 26, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson officially retires after 12 years leading the city as its mayor. He came in on a promise of "One Mobile" and the slogan helped reshape Alabama's Port City during his tenure. www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Alabama's 2nd and 7th congressional districts could be dramatically altered depending on the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in a Louisiana case. The timing of that ruling could determine if #AL02 and #AL07 are in play for 2026 (most likely, it would be 2028). www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Alabama just made history with Black representation in Congress. Here's why it might not last
Political analysts predict Republicans could redraw Alabama's congressional map to eliminate both majority-Black districts if Section 2 protections fall.
www.al.com
October 23, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Alabama's 2nd and 7th congressional districts could be dramatically altered depending on the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling in a Louisiana case. The timing of that ruling could determine if #AL02 and #AL07 are in play for 2026 (most likely, it would be 2028). www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Attorney reacts to Stephen Colbert bit Tuesday on woman arrested in a penis costume during "No Kings" rally in Fairhope" "It seems to me that law enforcement violating people’s constitutional rights certainly deserves attention." www.al.com/news/2025/10...
Stephen Colbert features Alabama penis costume arrest on Late Show
The comedian joked about Fairhope police arresting 61-year-old Renae Gamble during a "No Kings" protest on Saturday.
www.al.com
October 22, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Attorney reacts to Stephen Colbert bit Tuesday on woman arrested in a penis costume during "No Kings" rally in Fairhope" "It seems to me that law enforcement violating people’s constitutional rights certainly deserves attention." www.al.com/news/2025/10...