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Alabama Ranked #2, Auburn Ranked #16 in Preseason Coaches Poll

The USA Today CFB Coaches Poll was released today: 1. Clemson 2. Alabama 3. Georgia 4. Oklahoma 5. Ohio State 6. LSU 7. Michigan 8. Florida 9. Notre Dame 10. Texas 11. Texas A&M 12. Washington 13. Oregon 14. Penn State 15. Utah 16. Auburn 17. Wisconsin 18. UCF 19. Iowa 20. Michigan State 21. Washington State 22. Syracuse 23….

Alabama Could Pay over $1Million for Blocked Abortion Law

Alabama might have to pay more than $1million to lawyers for abortion clinics after the state’s unsuccessful attempt to ban a common second trimester abortion procedure. In a court filing last week, lawyers for abortion clinics said they will seek to recoup $1million in legal fees and nearly $24,000 in expenses. Alabama is responsible for the plaintiffs’ fees after federal…

Welcome to August…New Month, Same Forecast

HELLO AUGUST: It’s a new month, but the same old forecast, as we are forecasting hot and humid conditions with highs ranging from the low to mid 90s. The days will feature a mix of sun and clouds with those randomly scattered, mainly afternoon and evening showers and storms. Rain chances for today and Friday will be in the 30-50%…

Troy Highway Gas Station Robbed at Gunpoint, Police Search for Suspect

The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the identity and location of a suspect wanted for Armed Robbery. Police have released photos of a masked individual that committed the armed robbery. The robbery occurred at the Marathon Gas Station in the 4100 block of Troy Highway on July 17th. No injuries were reported. If you have any information regarding the…

What the Tech? Back-to-School Gadgets for Students

Back when their parents were headed off to college, most students were packing up gadgets like stereos and coffee makers. Today, college students need more tech gadgets to get through the semester. With college starting back in the next few weeks I thought I’d round up some tech gadgets that almost every college student will need for their dorm room…

Number of People Over 65-Years-Old Binge Drinking Increasing

New research shows the number of people over 65 who binge drink is increasing, but doctors say too much alcohol can be especially harmful for older adults. When we think of binge drinking, we think of college students. But new research from NYU School of Medicine shows that one in ten older adults currently binge drinks. For men, that’s five…

UAB & UnitedHealthCare Reaches Agreement to Continue Accepting Company’s Medical Insurance

The University of Alabama at Birmingham Health System has reached a deal with UnitedHealthCare to continue accepting the company’s medical insurance. The agreement means almost 25,000 policyholders can continue getting care at one of Alabama’s leading hospitals. UAB was going to quit accepting the company’s insurance after Wednesday without a new contact. The new deal will cover two years, and…

National Democratic Party Officials Reject Alabama Democrats’ Bylaws

National party officials are expressing concern that the Alabama Democratic Party isn’t doing enough to attract more non-black minorities. The Democratic National Committee’s Rules and Bylaws Committee on Tuesday rejected the state party’s proposed bylaws. The national party in February ordered the Alabama party to hold new elections for party leaders and to revise bylaws and encourage participation by more…

24 Children Have Died from Being Left in Hot Cars in 2019

Today is National Heatstroke Prevention Day. The group KidsandCars.org says so far in 2019, at least 24 children have died after being left behind in hot cars. Some automakers are creating high-tech options to prevent a tragedy, while one teenager has come up with a simple solution. Juan Rodriguez broke down in court in New York as he pleaded not…