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Alabama GOP candidates: Preserving the conservative movement as clock counts down on Trump’s term

AL.com @al.com · 2h

Less than a year into the second administration of President Donald Trump, Republican candidates for state and national office in 2026 are already sounding a sense of urgency that the clock is running out.

Speaking in Mobile, several Alabama candidates emphasize urgency over fact that after midterms, Trump will have only two years left in office.

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AL.com @al.com · 3h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/alabama-special-olympics-event-needs-600-volunteers-and-time-is-running-out.html
The Madison County Special Olympics at Milton Frank Stadium is less than three weeks away, but organizers are still in need of hundreds of volunteers.

AL.com @al.com · 4h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/mobile-latin-fest-organizers-push-for-community-support-amid-sheriffs-halloween-display-controversy.html
Backlash continues over a Halloween display outside the Mobile County sheriff’s home that critics say mocks immigrants.

Alabama high school junior killed in head-on crash on way to school

AL.com @al.com · 5h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/alabama-church-vandalized-before-turning-point-usa-event-its-not-jesus-way-pastor-says.html
“Bryan Dawson serves the Anti Christ,” was spray-painted on the door, and “Beware his falsehoods” was painted next to it on the metal building.

AL.com @al.com · 6h

A teen girl was killed in a head-on crash while on her way to school in south Alabama.

Senior State Trooper Joshua Thompson said the 17-year-old was driving a Toyota Tacoma that collided head on with a Mack truck.

AL.com @al.com · 7h

"It’s almost like someone is trying to run out a clock," columnist @WarOnDumb.bsky.social writes.

Read more: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/hold-the-line-tommy-tuberville-scandal-is-on-the-phone.html

Alabama WIC funding is ‘going to run out’ if government shutdown continues, officials warn

AL.com @al.com · 8h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/madison-da-holding-press-conference-in-case-of-injured-deshler-high-teen-august-borden.html
“We uncovered no evidence that would support any kind of criminal charges in this case,” Madison County District Attorney Rob Broussard said.

AL.com @al.com · 9h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/gold-tops-4000-an-ounce-sending-insane-amount-of-sellers-to-market.html
Precious metal traders in Alabama are seeing an “insane amount” of people seeking to take advantage of record prices in gold and silver. Have you sold any?

AL.com @al.com · 10h

🔗: https://www.al.com/politics/2025/10/everyone-up-in-arms-about-montgomery-gun-violence-but-nobody-puts-arms-on-the-table.html
"When it comes to gun violence and crime in Alabama red state politics, 'all options' on the table always means everything but guns," writes @Crowejam.bsky.social.

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AL.com @al.com · 11h

🔗: https://www.al.com/life/2025/10/shrimp-police-alabamas-national-shrimp-festival-will-test-vendors-seafood-this-year.html
Organizers of this weekend’s National Shrimp Festival in Gulf Shores have announced a new partnership.

AL.com @al.com · 12h

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/alabama-police-chief-resigns-after-video-allegedly-shows-him-sexually-harass-teen-dispatcher.html
Cordova Police Chief Jason Hare, a husband and father, resigned Monday, Mayor Jeremy Pate confirmed.

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AL.com @al.com · 12h

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In 2024, over 111,000 Alabamians participated in the program.

AL.com @al.com · 13h

The state’s Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, otherwise known as WIC, is at risk of running out of funds before November if the shutdown continues, according to State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris.

Theo Von shares with Kirk Herbstreit what he really thinks of Alabama

AL.com @al.com · 14h

“Even outside of GameDay being there, just the setup, atmosphere. It feels like a pro stadium in there. It feels bigger than a Titans game.”

Theo Von joined Kirk Herbstreit on a podcast to talk about his experience in Tuscaloosa.

⛴️: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/austal-usa-gets-break-on-money-losing-navy-contract.html

AL.com @al.com · 15h

AL.com @al.com · 1d

A Jefferson County teen has been indicted in three separate 2024 Birmingham murders.

Jefferson County teen indicted in 3 separate 2024 Birmingham murders

Cameron Scales' sister Anitra Holloman was killed in the Hush lounge mass shooting.

Casagrande: Auburn sells out its loyal fans

AL.com @al.com · 1d

"It would have to be an overwhelming payday to yank this home game from Auburn fans," Michael Casagrande writes. "They’ve been through enough and keep showing up."

Auburn yanked a home game away from loyal fans who show up despite the mediocrity on the field.

Goodman: How much would Cam Newton be worth to Auburn today?

AL.com @al.com · 1d

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/mobile/2025/10/alabama-gop-candidates-send-in-the-troops-flex-on-democrat-led-cities.html
Some Alabama Republican candidates with their eyes on 2026 elections are enthusiastic about the idea of sending federal troops or the National Guard to police Alabama cities.

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AL.com @al.com · 1d

Columnist Joseph Goodman wonders: "How much would [Cam] Newton be worth to Auburn this season?"

National championships don't come cheap anymore.

AL.com @al.com · 1d

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/birmingham/2025/10/water-works-unveils-fresh-start-logo-and-rebranding-as-lawsuit-to-its-structure-continues.html
A complete rollout of the new brand is expected to take up to two years.

No arrests in Montgomery mass shooting as victims fight for life: Where the investigation stands today

AL.com @al.com · 1d

No arrests have been made, but city leaders said they are “200 percent” committed to ending the probe – described as large and complex – with multiple arrests and successful prosecutions anticipated.

Mayor Steven Reed said "the National Guard is not necessary in Montgomery. I don’t think it’s necessary in any American city.”

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AL.com @al.com · 1d

🔗: https://www.al.com/news/2025/10/more-than-200000-misspent-at-alabamas-motor-sports-hall-of-fame-audit-finds.html
The audit report says the commission failed to follow standards for safeguarding its funds.