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Alabama May 7, 2024

Red state governor signs bill cracking down on squatters: 'Best dwelling' for them 'is a jail cell'

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a bill into law on Monday that strengthens the rights of homeowners against squatters who illegally occupy their property.

LIFESTYLE May 7, 2024

‘Bachelorette’ releases new romance novel as Hannah Brown shares inspiration: ‘Dream come true’

Alabama native and former "Bachelorette" Hannah Brown revealed the inspiration behind her new novel ahead of its release — and why it's a "dream come true" for her.

Alabama May 3, 2024

Alabama Gov. Ivey signs bill to ensure President Biden appears on November ballot

AL lawmakers signed a bill to ensure President Joe Biden will appear on the November ballot since he won't be formally nominated until after Alabama's early certification deadline.

Alabama May 2, 2024

Alabama lawmakers advance bill letting inmates speak at parole hearings

The Alabama House Judiciary Committee on Thursday advanced a bill that would allow state inmates to speak by phone or video conference at parole hearings.

Alabama April 30, 2024

Alabama lawmakers eye gambling compromise as legislative session nears its end

Alabama lawmakers proposed Tuesday a gambling legislation compromise that would for allow a state lottery and electronic gambling machines at multiple sites statewide.

US April 26, 2024

Alabama sets execution date for man convicted of killing delivery driver during attempted robbery

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced Keith Gavin, 64, will be executed by lethal injection during a 30-hour time frame beginning at 12 a.m. on July 18.

LIFESTYLE April 26, 2024

Alabama officers wrangle alligator found hiding in homeowner's garage: 'Got his mouth shut'

A team of five officers with the Gulf Shores Police Department in Alabama received a complaint from a local resident — who discovered a six-foot-long alligator hiding in his garage.

Alabama April 25, 2024

Alabama lawmakers advance bill that could lead to prosecution of librarians

The Alabama House of Representatives has voted 72-28 for a bill that could see librarians prosecuted for providing 'harmful materials to minors;' the legislation now moves to the Alabama Senate.

Alabama April 18, 2024

Alabama lawmakers advance bill to strengthen state's weak open records law

The Alabama Senate voted 29-0 Thursday for legislation aimed at strengthening the state's open records law; the bill sets deadlines to respond to requests to view public documents.

Alabama April 18, 2024

Alabama high court OKs death penalty for man convicted of delivery driver's 1998 killing

The Alabama Supreme Court has authorized the execution of 64-year-old Keith Edmund Gavin, who in 1998 killed a delivery driver withdrawing cash from an ATM.

Alabama April 17, 2024

Alabama lawmakers advance bills ensuring Biden appears on November ballot

Alabama lawmakers on Wednesday voted to advance legislation to ensure President Biden's presence on the Yellowhammer State's November ballot.