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Shaq’s Historic Atlanta Krispy Kreme Damaged by Raging Fire

(Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File) ATLANTA (AP) — A historic Krispy Kreme Doughnuts store owned by Shaquille O’Neal was engulfed in flames early Wednesday, heavily damaging the structure. Atlanta fire crews responded to the iconic restaurant on Ponce de Leon Avenue shortly after midnight, news outlets reported. Video posted on social media showed raging flames. Battalion Chief Douglas Hatcher said…

Medical Breakthroughs: Rhythm Disorders+Breast Density Assessment+Weight Loss

High blood pressure can lead to heart rhythm disorders according to a new study out of London. researchers found that elevated blood pressure was associated with an increased risk of atrial fibrillation. The disorder can cause stroke, heart failure, dementia, and depression. Having a baseline breast density assessment starting at age 40 may be the most effective way to reduce…

Reward up to $15K for 1995 Alabama Unsolved Murder

LAFAYETTE, Ala. (AP) – Alabama and CrimeStoppers have partnered up to offer a $15,000 reward for information in a 26-year-old cold case. The Chambers County Sheriff’s Department said the money, $10,000 from the state and $5,000 from the crimefighting agency is being offered in an effort to get new information about the 1995 murder of Emma Sue Berry. Authorities say…

FBI Launches Probe After Alabama Inmate Activist Injured

                 (AP Photo/Jay Reeves, File) MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Three Alabama correctional officers are on leave as the FBI helps to investigate a prison altercation that hospitalized two officers and two inmates, including a well-known prison rights activist, the state prison system said Monday. The Alabama Department of Corrections said the incident occurred…

Alabama Considering Banning Drug Treatment for Transgender Kids

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers are considering a bill that would make it a felony for doctors to treat transgender youth with hormonal therapy, puberty blockers, and surgery to help their transition. The House Judiciary Committee will hold a public hearing Wednesday afternoon on the bill by Republican Rep. Wes Allen. The bill would prohibit the use of puberty-blocking drugs, hormonal…

Foggy Morning; Very Mild Afternoon

Dense fog blankets much of Central and South Alabama this morning. After the fog mixes out late this morning, look for a day with increasing clouds and there is the potential for a few scattered showers during the day, but most of the day will be dry. It will be another mild day with highs in the upper 60s and…

Lottery, casino bill introduced in Alabama Legislature

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) – An Alabama lawmaker has filed a proposal to start a lottery and allow casinos in the state. Republican Sen. Del Marsh of Anniston introduced the much-anticipated gambling bill Tuesday. Marsh says his bill proposes a state lottery and five casinos, mostly at existing dog tracks. Alabama voters must approve any change to the state Constitution to…

New Hours of Operation for Montgomery’s Drive-up Vaccine Clinic

After two days of operation at the Montgomery Drive-up Vaccine Clinic and administration of nearly 3,500 COVID-19 vaccines, organizers have made the decision to adjust the clinic’s hours of operation in order to accommodate as many people as possible. The new hours are as follows: · Wednesday, February 10; 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. · Thursday, February 11; 12:00 p.m….