Alabama news headlines
Here are some recent news headlines from Alabama:
Politics
- "Ivey signs bill to create Alabama State Guard" (AL.com) - Governor Kay Ivey has signed a bill creating the Alabama State Guard, a volunteer force that will support the Alabama National Guard.
- "Alabama lawmakers pass bill to restrict abortion" (The Birmingham News) - The Alabama Legislature has passed a bill that would ban most abortions in the state, with some exceptions.
Crime
- "Birmingham police officer shot, killed in the line of duty" (WBRC) - A Birmingham police officer was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call.
- "Huntsville man arrested in connection with murder of 2-year-old" (WHNT) - A Huntsville man has been arrested and charged with the murder of a 2-year-old child.
Education
- "UAB to offer new online master's program in cybersecurity" (UAB News) - The University of Alabama at Birmingham is launching a new online master's program in cybersecurity to help meet the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals.
- "Alabama schools to receive $100 million in federal funding for teacher bonuses" (AL.com) - Alabama schools will receive $100 million in federal funding to provide bonuses to teachers and other education professionals.
Business
- "Amazon to open new fulfillment center in Bessemer" (AL.com) - Amazon is opening a new fulfillment center in Bessemer, Alabama, which will create hundreds of new jobs.
- "Honda to invest $40 million in Alabama plant" (The Birmingham News) - Honda is investing $40 million in its Alabama plant to increase production and create new jobs.
Sports
- "Alabama football coach Nick Saban tests positive for COVID-19" (AL.com) - Alabama football coach Nick Saban has tested positive for COVID-19 and will miss the team's game against Georgia.
- "Auburn basketball player Austin Wiley suspended indefinitely" (The Birmingham News) - Auburn basketball player Austin Wiley has been suspended indefinitely due to a violation of team rules.
Weather
- "Severe weather outbreak hits Alabama, causing damage and power outages" (WBRC) - A severe weather outbreak hit Alabama, causing damage and power outages across the state.
- "Winter weather advisory issued for northern Alabama" (WHNT) - A winter weather advisory has been issued for northern Alabama, with snow and ice expected to impact the region.
These are just a few of the latest news headlines from Alabama. If you're looking for more information on a specific topic or want to stay up-to-date on the latest news from the state, I recommend checking out some of the reputable news sources listed below:
- AL.com
- The Birmingham News
- The Huntsville Times
- Montgomery Advertiser
- WHNT
- WBRC
- Fox 6 News Birmingham
- ABC 33/40 Birmingham