September 2024 – Page 15

Here’s how much of $50 million amphitheater construction is spent with women-, minority-owned firms

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Roy S. Johnson In June, Circuit Judge Tamara Harris Johnson dismissed a lawsuit by the Black Contractors Association of Alabama (BCAA) seeking to halt construction of the nearly $50 million amphitheater in downtown Birmingham because the Birmingham […]

Gov. Ivey awards $875,000 to assist with rape victim support

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Mary Claire Wooten Ivey granted over $875,000 to the Alabama Coalition Against Rape for training and support services to improve victim assistance. Governor Kay Ivey has awarded a statewide grant of just over $875,000 […]

Poll: Figures takes big lead in CD2 race

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

The new SPLC Action Fund poll shows Figures with a lead among likely voters, thanks to a big boost from Vice President Kamala Harris. With a boost from Vice President Kamala Harris, Shomari Figures is […]

Bill would block sex offenders from serving as first responders

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Jacob Holmes A new bill pre-filed for the upcoming legislative session would prevent convicted sex offenders from serving as first responders. Rep. Kerry Underwood, R-Tuscumbia, filed House Bill 27 with a focus in keeping […]

Bill seeks voting rights expansion, faces down rival legislation

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Wesley Walter The Alabama Voting Rights Act would reduce requirements for voting rights renewal and allow same day voter registration An Alabama bill, pre-filed for the 2025 legislative session, seeks to expand voting rights […]

Alabama HS football game stopped in 3rd quarter amid threat of violence

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Staff Reports The game between rivals Tallassee and Elmore County –schools that sit just 12 miles apart – was postponed late the third quarter after law enforcement officials discovered a threat of violence through social […]

Alabama woman accused of killing, dismembering husband

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Carol Robinson An Alabama woman charged in the death of her husband is accused of dismembering him after he was killed. Joselina Elizabeth Lopez, 26, is charged with murder in the slaying of Benito Morales Guzman. […]

Woman convicted of 2007 Birmingham murder, previously deported 4 times, arrested again in Texas

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Carol Robinson Federal authorities in Texas have arrested a former Bessemer woman who was convicted of murder in Birmingham and has previously been deported from the U.S. four different times. Maribel Martinez Garcia, a 40-year-old […]

Decatur Mayor Offers Early Resignation to End Protests; Tensions Remain High

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS In an effort to quell ongoing protests following the police shooting of Steve Perkins, Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling has offered to step down from office a year early if demonstrators cease protests […]

Runoff Set for Huntsville Council and School Board KEY Races Following Close Election Results

September 3, 2024 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Voter turnout was notably low, with less than 8% of registered voters participating. The races for North Huntsville’s City Council and Board of Education seats are heading to a runoff after none […]