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Governor Riley Pardons Clyde the Turkey

The event, held at the Alabama Governor’s Mansion, marks the 60th time an Alabama governor has issued a pardon for a turkey.. more »

Nov/20/09 2:46 PM

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By WKRG Staff

Web Wednesday: Sarah Palin’s Controversial Cover

Former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin is on her nationwide book tour, but it's the cover of a magazine that has been of the topic of discussion lately. more »

Nov/18/09 4:32 AM

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By Kesshia Peyton

Comment by BamaBob: http://www.freep.com/article/20091118/NEWS06/91118012/1319/Hundreds-line-up-for-Palin-in-Grand-Rapids 30 Responses »

Adoption Through Foster Care

Six biological siblings and their adoptive mother make up The Myrant Family. more »

Nov/17/09 3:12 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Comment by southfan1981: Congratulations to Ms. Myrant. Kudos to the kids for getting such a great mom by choice. Sometimes things work out just as they should. I hope you all… 19 Responses »

Gulf Coast Classic Attendance: 8,495

The city of Mobile put up more than $70,000 for the 2009 Gulf Coast Classic, but how much bang did they get for their buck? more »

Nov/16/09 6:08 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by dbrinkm: Alabama and/or Auburn should have a practice game here, that would pack the house. We could afford to “help” those less fortunate no names… 8 Responses »

Legislator Seeks To Block Same-Sex Benefits

An Alabama legislator has drafted a bill that would stop the state's public universities from offering employee benefits to same-sex couples. more »

Nov/14/09 12:54 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by FastFred: LOVEPEACE….“Simply Peace” 59 Responses »

Ex-Congressman Gets 13 Years In Freezer Cash Case

A former Louisiana congressman has been sentenced to 13 years in prison.. more »

Nov/13/09 5:00 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by FastFred: sheltiedad…Did that Lexus have a cooler in it to keep the “CASH” cold ? 1 Responses »

Guaranteed Paid Sick Leave Could Be Coming

But what do the owners of small businesses in Mobile think about the idea? more »

Nov/11/09 9:45 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Comment by Lou Sid Palaver: The teenage unemployment rate is at 27.6% and I think a link can be made to the increased minimum wage during these very difficult economic times. Force… 25 Responses »

International Adoption

Traveling to Russia to adopt children is the perfect fit for some local familes. more »

Nov/10/09 3:20 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Comment by lalalicococh: Happy Adoption Month!!! As a family who has used Children of the World for two adoptions,I can fully endorse their agency as being knowledgable, timely,… 5 Responses »

Grove Hill Goes Wet

Referendum Approved more »

Nov/3/09 9:17 PM

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By Mel Showers

Candidates For Alabama Governor Debate

Six of the candidates who hope to replace Governor Bob Riley took part in a debate Tueasday in Auburn. Missed it? Click here to watch the debate. more »

Nov/3/09 6:47 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by SouthALabama09: You forgot Bradley Byrne in your list of candidates participating. He did a fantastic job in the debate, and will undoubtedly be a superb Alabama Governor.… view »

Private Adoptions

A Mobile County family's success story may change your feelings about adoption. more »

Nov/3/09 5:29 PM

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By Rose Ann Haven

Senate Confirms Dr. Regina Benjamin As U.S. Surgeon General

BREAKING NEWS Dr. Regina Benjamin was confirmed by the Senate as the next U.S. Surgeon General just before 7:00 p.m. more »

Oct/29/09 4:00 PM

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By Jamie Burch

Comment by southfan1981: Congratulations Dr. Benjamin. What an accomplishment? view »

Obama Honors Fallen Soldiers

President Makes Overnight Dash to Dover Air Force Base to Greet Americans Killed in Action.. more »

Oct/29/09 9:24 AM

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By CBS/AP

Legal Motion On Prichard Bankruptcy Expected

Workers wonder if there is money in the city's reserve fund. more »

Oct/28/09 9:56 PM

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By Steve Alexander

Comment by cmb1: The question where did all the money go? Mayor? The city is still getting revenue so are the employees now getting paid? Retirees don’t give up and… view »

Birmingham Mayor Convicted In Bribery Scheme

Breaking News: A jury has convicted Birmingham Mayor Larry Langford on federal charges of accepting bribes, automatically removing him from office. more »

Oct/28/09 4:13 PM

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By Associated Press

Comment by rocky311882: This is one of the reasons why the economy is so bad, the politicians are pocketing all of our money! They should make him pay every penny back! 1 Responses »

AG Pledges Legal Help In Thomas Case

Attorney General Troy King is offering legal resources to assist District Attorney John Tyson with post trial motions in the Herman Thomas sex abuse case. more »

Oct/28/09 1:27 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by Lou Sid Palaver: Looks like the conversation got pretty deep last night, if you know what I mean. lol I like to hear all sides on something like this but the BS is not… 22 Responses »

Prichard Files For Bankruptcy

NEW INFORMATION The city of Prichard files for bankruptcy one day before Mayor Ron Davis is scheduled to be depositioned in an ongoing pension dispute. more »

Oct/27/09 5:48 PM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by porkyp: Where are you Troy King? The democratic Mobile County D A offfice not going to do any thing about it. The federal judge ruled that the city must pay into… 13 Responses »

Obama Touts Modern Electric Power Grid

In Florida, President Makes Pitch for Renewable Energy, Announced $3.4 in Grants from Stimulus Funds more »

Oct/27/09 12:40 PM

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By The Associated Press

Comment by mob1: I think the fact of useing solor energy to power an entire city is pretty cool concept. However, I personally do not care how they generate energy, they… view »

District Attorney Says Herman Thomas Case Is Not Over

BREAKING NEWS Three jurors in the Herman Thomas sex abuse trial told District Attorney John Tyson there was not a unanimous vote on the verdict. more »

Oct/27/09 11:05 AM

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By Jessica Taloney

Comment by bamafan: Why hasn’t someone tried to inteview Herman? Is he off limits. Or how about a real judge? Surely someone out there knows the prosedure in a case… 21 Responses »