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Wednesday November 25 2009

Google Apologizes For ‘Michelle Obama’ Image Search

For most of the past week, when someone typed "Michelle Obama" in the popular search engine Google, one of the first images that came up was a picture of the American first lady altered to resemble a monkey. more »

11:51 AM

By CNN

Apps for the Road

With Some Choice Applications Your Mobile Device Can Help You Reach Your Destination More Quickly and Cheaply more »

11:13 AM

By CBS News

Toyota to Replace 3.8 Million Gas Pedals

3.8 Million Cars Recalled because of Problems Linked to Pedal Sticking to Floor Mat.. more »

9:48 AM

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By Associated Press

Would You Carry Your Best Friend’s Baby?

A Mobile woman makes a sacrifice to help her best friend, who could not carry a child. more »

8:22 AM

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By Devon Walsh

Comment by KxVicious: Do you mean surrogate? 6 Responses »

Tuesday November 24 2009

Neighbors Shocked By New Arrest In Murder

Woman is charged in the murder of her father in Saraland. more »

9:34 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Comment by claycitymadness: its so sad, hope its a mistake. 1 Responses »

Stores say they are ready for Black Friday

More security, perks while standing in line, even changing parking lot lightbulbs to keep shoppers safe. more »

9:07 PM

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By Bill Riales

H1N1 Shots By The Thousands

Mobile County officials have administered almost 10,000 vaccines since the program started last month. more »

6:54 PM

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By Tiffany Craig

Comment by mob1: They are working on the Honor system yet Medical personnel such as EMT’s have to prove it by showing a license. Why shouldn’t the other categories… view »

Foley Has New Spelling Bee Champ!

Cooper Dossett takes home the title by spelling R-O-T-I-S-S-I-R-I-E! more »

6:34 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Navy Police Officer Accused of Murder

A married Navy police officer who is accused of killing his pregnant girlfriend will stay behind bars for now. more »

6:30 PM

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By Kimberly Curth

Police Standoff Shuts Down Fairhope

Life getting back to normal in downtown Fairhope following an intense, six-hour police standoff more »

6:28 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Woman Recovering After Being Shot In Face

Police say a Mobile woman is recovering at USA Medical Center after being shot in the face and neck. more »

4:46 PM

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By Katie Hammond

Comment by claycitymadness: sounds like there were two victims here, the guy with the flat tires and the girl who got shot. she had a weapon, (Something to cut the tires with) only… 3 Responses »

Homeowners Charge U.S. Made Toxic Drywall

Report Pointed Finger at China for Most Defective Drywall; But Investigation Found Similar Problems in U.S.-Made Product.. more »

4:29 PM

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By CBS

Daughter Charged With Dad’s Murder

The daughter of a Saraland man found dead in his home last month has been arrested in connection with his death. more »

4:04 PM

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By Katie Hammond

Deep Fried Turkey Safety Tips

When using turkey fryers, safety tips are important to brush up on. more »

3:48 PM

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By Mobile Fire and Rescue

Comment by rmseek1234: LOL-Kx! It’s once a year! Mine will be baked though. And I will run before or after to compensate for indulging! Maybe we should teach them to get… 1 Responses »

Black Friday Safety Tips

As Black Friday approaches, Attorney General Troy King warns shoppers to be cautious as they shop during the busy holiday season, and gives tips to avoid becoming a victim of consumer fraud or theft. more »

3:41 PM

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By Troy King's Office

Industry Group: End Sobriety Checkpoints

American Beverage Institute Says Holiday Alcohol Checkpoints Are an Inconvenience to Legal Drivers. more »

3:32 PM

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By CBS News

Comment by KxVicious: I agree in a way…when everybody is just slowly rolling through, it’s much harder to tell how impaired a driver may be… I know they aren’t… view »

Census Worker Hanged Self, Police Say

Bill Sparkman, Who Was Found Dead with the "Fed" Etched in Chest, Staged Scene to Look Like Homicide, Authorities Say.. more »

1:28 PM

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By CBS/AP

Comment by KxVicious: South just had some people up there recruiting census workers… I didn’t go for it because of this incident. view »

Dangerous Batch of H1N1 Vaccine Found

Canadian Doctors have been advised not to use a batch of 170,000 doses of swine flu vaccine while authorities investigate reports of allergic reactions among recipients more »

12:06 PM

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By The Associated Press

1 Miner Dies, 3 Others Injured In Brookwood Coal Mine

A coal miner inspecting a mine in Alabama has been found dead, and three others were overcome by extreme heat, including two on a rescue mission. more »

11:49 AM

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By Associated Press

Follow Her Nose!

Our Pet of the Week hopes you will find her at the Mobile SPCA. more »

8:43 AM

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By Devon Walsh

Fairhope Standoff Situation Over at Ravenite Pizzeria

Mr. Gambino was taken into custody at 10:08 A.M without incident. There were no reported injuries. He was charged with reckless endangerment and booked into the Fairhope Municipal Jail. more »

7:35 AM

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By Jennifer Rogers

Comment by mustuknow: Nope. Actually I don’t even know that I could find my way to Semmes if I had too, LOL. But I must tell you I have this mental pix of Bama Bob… 73 Responses »

Early Morning Fire Destroys Home

Mobile Firefighters called out early Tuesday morning for housefire in D.I.P. more »

5:56 AM

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By Mobile-Fire Rescue Department Press Release

Monday November 23 2009

Mobile Motorcycle Officer Hurt in Accident

Officer is a five year veteran. more »

10:43 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Comment by SamRock: The turn light for southbound Rangeline cycles after the Rangeline/Nevius Rd. light. So, eastbound 90 light changes to green after s/b Rangeline… 2 Responses »

Who’s Hiring Along the Gulf Coast?

With recent news of job losses, we wanted to know which companies on the Gulf Coast are hiring. more »

9:14 PM

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By Bill Riales

Comment by MobileMa: Lots of decent jobs in Mobile area. Problem is that bigs guys are hiring their friends from out of town. view »

Catholic Social Services Adoption

CSS matches babies whose birth parents have voluntarily given up their parental rights with adoptive parents. more »

7:09 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Comment by rmseek1234: Lizzy is precious and so lucky to have such a wonderful new life! view »

Int’l Arms Dealer Changes Plea

The man accused of being one of the world's biggest arms smugglers says he's guilty in Mobile federal court. more »

7:00 PM

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By Tiffany Craig

Arrest Made In Pensacola Murder

Police say they have made an arrest in the murder of a pregnant Pensacola woman. more »

6:00 PM

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By WKRG Staff

Comment by Joe: you’re screwed guy, have fun in Leavenworth… 1 Responses »

Killed By A Drunk Driver

Gulf Shores couple whose son was killed by a drunk driver tells their heartbreaking story to News 5 in hopes of saving lives this holiday season more »

5:45 PM

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By Pat Peterson

Woman Steals Ambulance, Police Fire Shots

The Mobile Police Department is conducting an internal investigation after at least one officer fired shots at a runaway ambulance during a bizarre chase through downtown Mobile. more »

5:13 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by mustuknow: It’s a coming, LOCKING ALL EMERGENCY VEHICLES WHEN NOT OCCUPIED!!! Then people can fuss because it took the FIREMEN/EMT’S longer… 1 Responses »

Is Anyone Hiring?

The competition is bigger and the jobs harder to find. more »

5:00 PM

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By Kimberly Curth

Comment by Alabama Patriot: Sure, these are jobs even if they are temporary and these people will be unemployed again in a few weeks. How will this affect their unemployment benefits?… view »

Matt Walker in CA Rehab

The man accused in the high dollar antique heist is reportedly in a California rehabilitation center. more »

12:42 PM

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By Tiffany Craig

New Moon Breaks Box Office Record

Latest "Twilight" Chapter Destroys Weekend Box Office, Earning $140.7 Million in U.S. more »

12:09 PM

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By The Associated Press

The Cost of Dying

Patients' Last Two Months of Life Cost Medicare $50 Billion Last Year; Is There a Better Way? more »

12:00 PM

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By CBS News

H1N1 Flu Shot Clinic To Be Held At West Mobile Church

The Mobile County Health Department will offer free vaccinations to protect against the 2009 H1N1 influenza to people in high priority groups on Tuesday, Nov. 24, from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. more »

11:08 AM

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By Mobile County Health Dept.

Massive Crib Recall Set, Sources Say

CPSC About to Announce One of Biggest Such Recalls Ever -- Involving Cribs with Dropdown Sides, CBS News Has Learned.. more »

9:53 AM

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By CBS

Feds: ‘Strong Association’ With Drywall, Corrosion

The Federal Government Says It Finds A "strong Association" Between Problematic Imported Chinese Drywall And Corrosion Of Pipes And Wires. more »

9:01 AM

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By (AP) WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.

Throng Shows Up In Birmingham For Palin

Hundreds Have Lined Up At A Birmingha-area Book Store In Hopes Of Meeting Two Key Republican Players In Last Year's Presidential Race. more »

8:36 AM

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By (AP) BIRMINGHAM, Ala.

Comment by claycitymadness: growing up my dad was a cheese at a military base. one of my buddies was getting a ticket one night. i pulled over and dropped my dads name. course that… 30 Responses »

Monday Consumer Headlines: Black Friday

Black Friday is just around the corner and stores are pulling out all the stops to get you to shop, even on Thanksgiving Day! more »

8:11 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Monday Entertainment Headlines

New Moon takes a bite out of the box office and Taylor Swift wins top honors at the American Music Awards! more »

8:06 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Helping Teenagers Cope with Divorce

A new program is helping teenagers who feel caught in the middle of their parents' divorce. more »

7:50 AM

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By Devon Walsh

Sunday November 22 2009

Authorities Investigate Death Of Atmore Dentist

Authorities investigate the Saturday death of Tom Rice Jr. more »

10:38 PM

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By Chad Petri

Open Studio By Mobile Artists

It’s an annual gathering for a handful of local artistic professionals. more »

10:28 PM

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By Chad Petri

Victorian Era Christmas

Several kids were getting ready for Christmas the old fashioned way at the Ben May Main Library. more »

10:20 PM

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By Chad Petri

Mobile Medical Professionals Watch Healthcare Legislation

Professionals are keeping close tabs on the healthcare reform package moving through Congress. more »

10:09 PM

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By Chad Petri

Comment by rmseek1234: ?pa’s? Maybe they meant P.A.‘s or Physician Assistants? Anyway, I think that the health care bill will ultimately effect EVERYONE-doctors,… view »

Man Sets House On Fire After Stabbing Woman

Mobile police say a man walked into a home, stabbed a woman several times and then set the home on fire. more »

8:36 PM

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By Christian Stapleton

Recession Hits Food Network Hard

Mississippi Food Network will not be able to distribute much needed turkeys to communities this year due to the economic downturn. more »

4:07 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by southfan1981: Cissie, that is an interesting proposition regarding staples. I assume you mean the basics? Many cultures use meat as a side dish. I do not understand… 6 Responses »

Alabama Retains 2nd Spot In Latest AP Poll

Ole Miss returns to the Top 25 after their 25-23 upset of LSU. more »

4:01 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by rolltide33: Roll tide!posted from my iPhone view »

Marijuana Melon Mix-Up

More than 800 pounds of marijuana is found hidden in a load of cantaloupes being hauled by a semitrailer. more »

1:35 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by KxVicious: It’s interesting that the driver is held responsible. Half the time the driver is carrying a sealed load, and only has a piece of paper telling him… view »

Reading Proves Difficult For AL Students

Analysis of the Alabama High School Grad Exam shows that many students in public schools are fairing poorly in the reading portion of the exam. more »

12:43 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by bamafan: Children learn from example. If they see their parents read they read. If they see their parents go to church they go to church. If they see their parents… 10 Responses »