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March 20

Jimmy Gracey's wallet found intact, but drugging not ruled out in death of Alabama student in Barcelona

Alabama student Jimmy Gracey's Barcelona spring break death is believed accidental, but authorities say drugging has not been ruled out pending autopsy.

March 19

Missing University of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey found dead in Barcelona

The body of University of Alabama student Jimmy Gracey, 20, was recovered at Port Olimpic in Barcelona after a dayslong search, his family confirmed.

March 17

Alabama gov orders flags lowered for Maj Alex Klinner after fatal Iraq plane crash; fundraiser garners $1.4M

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey orders flags at half-staff to honor three fallen Air National Guard members from Birmingham who died in an Iraq KC-135 incident.

March 15

Spring break crackdown: Southern towns roll out alcohol bans and new restrictions

Spring break destinations implement new safety rules as travel season approaches. Panama City Beach introduces overnight closures while other cities adjust policies.

March 12

Death row inmate granted clemency shares emotional message on day he was set to die

From prison on his scheduled execution day, Charles “Sonny" Burton said he feels he “dodged death" after receiving clemency. He called the decision “a gift from God."

March 12

Alabama teen comes to mother's aid, knocks out stepfather during alleged strangulation attempt

A 13-year-old boy knocked out his stepfather after he allegedly attempted to strangle his mother during a domestic violence incident in south Alabama.

February 13

Southern states showing big educational gains, NYT op-ed says

The 'Outnumbered' panel reacts to a New York Times opinion piece highlighting Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama's academic recovery following the pandemic.

February 5

Tuberville warns mayor over anti-ICE activism: 'You won't like me very much'

Alabama senator Tommy Tuberville threatens mayor over ICE-tracking program, warning of "zero-tolerance policy" for officials who circumvent federal law.

February 3

As Minneapolis fractures, Mobile shows how work, law and God still unite

Faith and personal responsibility in Mobile, Alabama, offer solutions to federal overreach and radical resistance plaguing Minneapolis during my journey.

February 2

Man accused of murdering Alabama teen cheerleader, spraying bullets at friends, released on bond

Man accused of killing Alabama cheerleader Kimber Mills at bonfire party released on $330k bond. Steven Whitehead allegedly shot four people during the incident.