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Alabama February 16, 2024

Opponents of Alabama's nitrogen executions want nitrogen companies to withhold supply

AL's execution of Kenneth Eugene Smith using nitrogen gas for the first time has sparked controversy. Opponents want nitrogen companies to refuse to supply prisons.

LIFESTYLE February 16, 2024

On this day in history, February 16, 1968, first 911 call is made, emergency system fueled by shocking murder

The first call using the standard 911 emergency number system was made on this day in history, Feb. 16, 1968. It came years after a murder proved the need for the system.

Alabama February 15, 2024

Alabama House to vote on casino, lottery proposal

The Alabama House Economic Development and Tourism Committee approved a proposal to to authorize a lottery, sports betting, and multiple casinos across Alabama.

Alabama February 15, 2024

After LGBTQ lecture, Alabama Senate votes for more oversight of Department of Archives and History

The Alabama Senate voted to put a politically appointed board in charge of the state Department of Archives and History after the department hosted a lecture on LGBTQ history.

Alabama February 14, 2024

AL Republicans aim to curb absentee ballot applications, Democrats say it discourages voting

AL lawmakers voted to advance legislation that would restrict who is allowed to assist someone with absentee ballot applications. The vote broke down along party lines.

Alabama February 14, 2024

Alabama lottery, casino bill faces first hurdle as GOP aims to get it before voters this fall

A proposal to allow sports betting, a lottery, and up to ten casinos in AL will be voted on by a House committee. If it passes, it could be up for a full House vote this week.

Alabama February 12, 2024

Ex-Alabama police officer pleads not guilty to murder in deadly shooting of man outside his own home

Former Alabama police officer Mac Bailey Marquette pleaded not guilty in the fatal shooting of a man in front of his own home during a dispute with a tow truck driver.

LIFESTYLE February 9, 2024

Meet the American who taught the Tuskegee Airmen to fly, pioneer pilot Charles 'Chief' Anderson

Meet Charles A. "Chief" Anderson, lead instructor at the Tuskegee Institute in Alabama in World War II. This American gave the famous Tuskegee Airmen their first taste of flight.

Alabama February 8, 2024

Alabama lawmakers propose bill to introduce state lottery, 10 casinos

Alabama lawmakers unveiled a bill to authorize a state lottery and ten casinos, some of which would be run by the Poarch Band of Creek Indians at existing locations.

Crime February 7, 2024

Alabama radio station puzzled at theft of 200-foot tower: reports

Ambitious thieves stole a 200-foot tower from an Alabama radio station in a puzzling theft that has baffled station officials, according to reports.

Alabama February 7, 2024

Alabama governor announces support for gambling vote, education vouchers, absentee ballot crackdown

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey announced her support for education vouchers, new restrictions for absentee ballots, and a vote on legalizing casinos.