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May 9, 2024

Alabama lawmakers strengthen penalties for falsely reporting a crime after Carlee Russell kidnapping hoax

Falsely reporting a crime to law enforcement is one step away from becoming a felony in certain circumstances in Alabama after the bill passed the state legislature on Wednesday.

May 9, 2024

Female great white shark spotted twice off Alabama coast in past month

A great white shark, now named Miss Pawla, was spotted twice off the coast of Alabama while researchers were monitoring fish movement in an artificial reef zone.

May 8, 2024

Alabama schedules nitrogen gas execution for convict who survived lethal injection attempt

Alabama has scheduled a second nitrogen gas execution — this time, it will be used on triple homicide convict Alan Miller, who is set to die on Sept. 26.

May 8, 2024

Gambling bill stalls in Alabama Legislature during session's final hours

A bill aimed at significantly liberalizing Alabama's gambling laws appears unlikely to progress any further in the Legislature this session.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.