5-star potential: Oklahoma QB Jackson Arnold and Tennessee QB Nico Iamaleava are SEC wild cards
2024 SEC Media Days
Oklahoma’s Jackson Arnold and Tennessee’s Nico Iamaleava slated as the “Wildcard Quarterbacks” of the conference this season.
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Tuskegee syphilis study whistleblower Peter Buxtun dies at 86
Peter Buxtun, the whistleblower who revealed that the U.S. government allowed hundreds of Black men in rural Alabama to go untreated for syphilis in what became known as the Tuskegee study, has died. He was 86.
Childersburg man arrested in June 23 homicide in Alexander City
With the assistance of the United States Marshals Task Force, investigators were able to locate Bealey in Kent County, Michigan.
Montgomery police officer charged, relieved of duty
The Montgomery Police Department has announced that an off-duty officer has been charged with harassment.
Alabama State, Alcorn State favored to win SWAC division titles
2024 SWAC Media Days
At the 2024 SWAC Media Days the Alabama State Hornets and Alcorn State were picked as favorites to win SWAC division titles.
8 ON YOUR SIDE: Amazon Prime Day is a big event for scammers, experts warn
Amazon Prime Day is here, and experts are reminding consumers to be wary of scams.
Alabama Sales Tax Holiday Weekend: July 19-21
The state of Alabama is holding its 19th annual back to school sales tax holiday weekend.
ACTION 8 UPDATE: Arrest made in Alexander City murder
Alexander City police have arrested a man in another man’s shooting death.
Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s Office launches app
The Tallapoosa County Sheriff’s office has launched a smartphone app that’s designed to keep people safe and better informed.
Groundbreaking set for GolfSuites in Opelika
This will be the first location in Alabama.
