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Alabama savagely gas-tortured a fifth man to death | STEPHEN COOPER
When things fall apart in society it’s not always easy to identify the breaking points — what decisions were made, what conduct was tolerated — that allowed mankind to descend so far. “Alabama’s gruesome and gasping nitrogen-gassings” — such as...

Alabama Champions: High school teacher's fossil discovery in Alabama becomes historic find
ONEONTA, Ala. — A high school teacher from Oneonta, Ashley Allen, has made a significant archaeological discovery in Walker County, Alabama, that is drawing international attention. Allen, who has been advocating for the recognition of the...

Alabama delegation honors Marshall Space Flight Center's 65-year legacy
U.S. Rep. Dale Strong Alabama's 5th Congessional District | Official U.S. House headshotU.S. Rep. Dale Strong Alabama's 5th Congessional District | Official U.S. House headshot Today, Representative Dale Strong led a resolution to commemorate the...

Alabama leaders introduce resolution celebrating Marshall Space Flight Center's 65th anniversary
U.S. Senator Katie Britt, along with the entire Alabama Congressional delegation, introduced a resolution to commemorate the 65th anniversary of NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center (MSFC). The resolution reaffirms support for the center's mission,...

Alabama: Never Keep These 4 Things Bedside You When Sleeping
An Alabama feng shui sleep expert (yes, there is one) says there are four things we should NEVER keep by our bed. IKEA Achieves The GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS For Largest Gathering Of People Wearing Two-piece Pyjamas (Single Venue) In Älmhult, Sweden...

Alabama shops caught selling illegal THC

Alabama football adds Tuscaloosa LB commit to 2026 class. What it means
Alabama football has landed a commitment from homegrown talent Zay Hall, a three-star linebacker out of Hillcrest High School Hall committed to Alabama on Friday, June 27. He chose the Crimson Tide over Virginia Tech. With Hall, Alabama continues...

Alabama leaders celebrate SCOTUS Birthright ruling
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A united conservative majority of the Supreme Court ruled Friday that federal judges lack the authority to grant nationwide injunctions, but the decision left unclear whether President Donald Trump’s restrictions on birthright...

Alabama football lands commitment from local 2026 LB prospect
Alabama football continued its hot streak on the recruiting trail on Friday. The Crimson Tide secured a commitment from linebacker Zay Hall. Hall was a local prospect, and plays his high school football at Hillcrest in Tuscaloosa. He’s listed a...

Alabama law enforcement raids CBD shops for illegal THC levels across multiple cities
On Monday, June 23, Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) State Bureau of Investigation (SBI), along with the Alabama Attorney General’s Office, district attorneys, and local police, executed search warrants at multiple CBD specialty stores and...

$7000 for Everyone – Alabama’s New School Choice Program
Today, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed the Alabama Parental Rights in Education Act, enacting one of the most expansive school choice programs in the nation. In 2025-2026, the program is set to offer $7,000 in education funding per K-12 student...

Alabama: What’s Your Personal Credit Score?
Personal finance website WalletHub has published a list of “States With The Most Credit Diligent Residents”. 50 states were ranked based on how well residents managed their personal debt and how well residents monitored and managed their credit....

Former Alabama standout ‘ecstatic’ about NFL position change
When Tennessee signed Dan Moore Jr. to a four-year, $82 million contract as an NFL free agent this offseason, the Titans installed him as their left offensive tackle, the position he held for the past four seasons for the Pittsburgh Steelers. But...

Alabama THC shops go up in smoke
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) executed a significant operation targeting CBD and vape shops across the state, suspected of selling illegal marijuana products. The operation, conducted on Monday (June 23), involved multiple agencies,...

Roadside America says these are must-see Alabama stops on your road trip
Summer road trips are more than just snacks and playlists. They're about stopping for the weird and wonderful roadside attractions you never knew existed. From the world's largest office chair to a 25-foot-high brick, Alabama's highways are dotted...

Kalen DeBoer’s Alabama Nears Unthinkable Recruiting Stretch as Powerhouses Put on Alert by 5-Star Update
Alabama’s 9-4 finish in 2024 wasn’t a disaster, but it wasn’t the standard either. Following Nick Saban’s retirement, Kalen DeBoer had massive shoes to fill. And while there were highs, like the wild win over Georgia — a shocking loss to...

South Alabama adds experienced golfer Samir Davidov to men's golf roster
The South Alabama Men's Golf team has finalized its roster for the 2025-26 season with the inclusion of senior golfer Samir Davidov. Davidov, who hails from Roanoke, Virginia, is a top-100 recruit from Lord Botetourt High School and has spent...

Alabama, Auburn players land deals after 2025 NBA Draft
HUNTSVILLE, Ala. - The 2025 NBA Draft has come and gone. After 59 picks, Johni Broome was the only player from either of Alabama’s SEC programs to be drafted, as the Philadelphia 76ers took him 35th overall. After the draft, several players signed...

Alabama State Rep. Anthony Daniels' wife donates kidney to save him
WAAY is Coverage You Can Count On for news, weather, sports and more from North Alabama and the rest of the world. Subscribe to our YouTube channel: www.youtube.com/WAAYTV Alabama State Rep. Anthony Daniels is opening up about a deeply personal...

Alabama politicos praise SCOTUS ruling on birthright citizenship, nationwide injunctions
Several Alabama political officials are praising a ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court that curbs the ability of lower courts to implement nationwide injunctions. On Friday, the court ruled in a 6-3 decision to allow lower courts to issue injunctions...