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Alabama execution called off after problem inserting IV

November 18, 2022

Alabama execution called off after problem inserting IV

In Alabama, Kenneth Smith's execution was called off due to difficulties finding a suitable vein to insert the IV. Alabama has been facing backlash over problems with lethal injections.

Alabama woman convicted of kidnapping of 3-year-old girl

November 18, 2022

Alabama woman convicted of kidnapping of 3-year-old girl

An Alabama woman was convicted Thursday of the kidnapping and death of a 3-year-old girl. Derick Brown and her former boyfriend Patrick Devone Stallworth await trial.

Alabama man sentenced to death despite jury's decision of life imprisonment

November 17, 2022

Alabama man sentenced to death despite jury's decision of life imprisonment

An Alabama man was sentenced to death despite the jury's decision for life imprisonment. This would not happen today due to states no longer allowing judicial override.

Alabama execution set for man involved in murder-for-hire of preacher's wife

November 17, 2022

Alabama execution set for man involved in murder-for-hire of preacher's wife

The state of Alabama has set a date for the execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith, for his part in the 1988 murder-for-hire of a preacher's wife. Smith was sentenced by judicial override.

Katie Britt stresses unity, spreading conservative message to new voters after Alabama Senate victory

November 16, 2022

Katie Britt stresses unity, spreading conservative message to new voters after Alabama Senate victory

Alabama Senator-elect Katie Britt says becoming energy independent is key to restoring America, and wants to see a unified GOP to win over new, younger voters

Alabama's sheriff race ends in a tie, headed to recount

November 16, 2022

Alabama's sheriff race ends in a tie, headed to recount

Alabama's sheriff race has ended in a tie and is headed to a recount on Nov. 18. If the race remains a tie, state law requires the winner to be picked by drawing lots.

Alabama inmate assault results in 1 death

November 16, 2022

Alabama inmate assault results in 1 death

An Alabama inmate-on-inmate assault resulted in the death of Kenneth Earl Ray II from sharp force injuries. This is the second stabbing at this Correctional Facility in six weeks.

Alabama man sentenced to death for murdering 3 in 2018

November 15, 2022

Alabama man sentenced to death for murdering 3 in 2018

Jimmy O’Neal Spencer of Alabama was sentenced to death for killing three people during a robbery in 2018. Spencer was on parole after serving 25 years for burglary and assault.

Solar farms in Alabama, Idaho, Illinois ordered to pay total of $1.3 million for environmental violations

November 15, 2022

Solar farms in Alabama, Idaho, Illinois ordered to pay total of $1.3 million for environmental violations

Four solar energy companies that used a common contractor were ordered to pay a total of $1.3 million for environmental violations. The solar farms are in Illinois, Alabama, and Idaho.

National Peanut Festival shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

November 14, 2022

National Peanut Festival shooting leaves 1 dead, 1 injured

A shooting with thousands on the streets at Alabama's National Peanut Festival results in one dead and one injured. Mekhi Nasir Lawton, 18, turned himself in and was charged with murder.