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Friday July 24 2009

Community Shaken Over Deadly Police Shootout

A Mobile County community still on edge over a police shootout. One business owner wants to beef up security. more »

9:08 PM

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By Diana Lucio

Comment by justme: leave it to reporters talking to [6] people and the community is shaken with fear and then they give no hints how to protect yourself. 4 Responses »

Find Freebies on Easternshoremom.com!

One of the biggest thrills of finding a freebie, is calling up a friend and telling them about it. For Free Friday, we introduce you to an Eastern Shore Mom who has taken that excitement to a whole new level. more »

5:00 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Comment by BamaBob: Thanks for the info! I love a freebie. view »

Mass Transit In County?

A disabled man from Semmes is taking the wheel in an effort to get county-wide public transportation. more »

4:20 PM

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By Tiffany Craig

Comment by carl: Seems we traveled this route a good while back when we were talking about a mass-transit system to save oil and pollution in the county.I guess it’ll… 2 Responses »

Serial Bank Robber Killed By Police

Louisiana investigators say a bank robbery suspect killed Thursday by Mobile police should have been in jail. more »

4:06 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by ickthus: I have been at the “range” shooting with some of the top shooters in the country the last year or so and all of them as well as anyone who… 3 Responses »

Father And Son Arrested On Drug Charges

Investigators in Baldwin County bust Elberta father and son on crystal meth charges more »

3:55 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Comment by southfan1981: You know, it’s not like these folks have QUALITY CONTROL in mind? Surely, they could get a nice legal pill that is cheap and makes them feel the… 9 Responses »

New Minimum Wage, New Business Challenge

Some Mobile business owners say the new federal minimum wage is going to make it tougher to survive in this economy. more »

3:25 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by Bikermike: it is virtually imposable to live on minimum wages as it is,most minimum wage workers that I know have to work two jobs just to make ends meet and sometimes… view »

Wine Banned In Alabama Because Of Its Label

The Alabama Alcoholic Beverage Control Board has told restaurants and stores not to sell Cycles Gladiator wine because the label violates state liquor regulations which prohibit labels that are offensive or immodest. more »

2:19 PM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by KxVicious: WKRG!!! If it’s too offensive for the ABC board, it’s too offensive for your WEBSITE! What’s wrong with people!?!?! 16 Responses »

Gov. Riley Announces More Cuts To Education Budget

Riley said tax collections for education have dropped 10 percent since December. But the cuts could've been worse. Riley took the remaining $116 million out of a state rainy day fund to help ease the financial hit. more »

12:39 PM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by MMay: After the most recent annexations by the City of Mobile, there were discussions about whether the City should pay the school system for some of the money… 14 Responses »

Preview: Businesses Wrestle With Minimum Wage

The federal minimum wage goes up to $7.25 an hour. Some businesses owners in Mobile say it’s just bad timing. more »

12:05 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by Mike x51: All I’m saying is that if $28 a week is going to ruin your buisness you might not need to be in buisness to start with. And no, legally if… 2 Responses »

Wild Wedding: Wedding Party Dances Down The Aisle

GREAT VIDEO Before tying the knot, a couple dances down the aisle with their wedding party. Click here to watch the YouTube sensation more »

11:03 AM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by LuvinLife: I love it!!!! 2 Responses »

Mobile PD Identifies Bank Robbery Suspect Killed By Police

BREAKING NEWS Mobile PD says James Hill robbed the RBC Bank on Old Shell Road Thursday afternoon, then lead them on the chase that ended when he pointed a gun at police and was shot & killed. Click here to see pictures from robbery more »

10:19 AM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by terri54: Ask the teller whose face he put that gun in as well as all those who were in the bank at the time of the robbery how having a “pellet gun”… 23 Responses »

Minimum Wage Increase Goes Into Effect

The federal minimum wage goes up from $6.55 to $7.25 an hour. Some economists say the increase could prolong the recession, by forcing small businesses to lay off the same workers that the pay hike was meant to help. more »

9:56 AM

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By The Associated Press/WKRG Staff

Comment by justme: Small companies like mine have been talking and with business as slow as it is, we have agreeded that we will have to lay off [1] to [2] great workers… view »

Helen Keller Statue To Be Displayed In U.S. Capitol

A bronze likeness of the Alabama native and trailblazer for the disabled will be unveiled October 7. more »

9:43 AM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by letsgetlyrical: absolutely awful song. the words are incredibly demeaning to helen and her accomplishments. 3 Responses »

Move over Emeril!

Local children are whipping up delicious dishes during cooking camp! more »

6:31 AM

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By Devon Walsh

Comment by CowboyAtHeart: According to the Sirian Alien Species from the Dog Star..this is the best time to start “Mind Controlling” them, hope they learn to Serve well! view »

Millions In Weatherization Dollars Released

$30.6 million in federal money will be used to cut home energy costs for low-income Alabamians more »

6:24 AM

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By AL Gov. Bob Riley's Office

Comment by carl: I can remember when they had those books of food stamps instead of cards they have now.Some places around stores they would catch you before you got in… 37 Responses »