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Nativity Scene Protesting ICE Sparks Fierce Backlash From Federal Officials and Catholic Leaders

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A nativity display at a Massachusetts Catholic church has ignited national controversy after replacing the traditional Holy Family with a sign reading “ICE was here.” The provocative installation at St. Susanna’s […]

Holiday Spirit Takes Root at the Capitol Thanks to ALDOT’s Dedicated Workforce

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS MONTGOMERY — Holiday spirit is taking root in the Capital City as Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) workers bring one of the state’s most beloved traditions to life. Governor Kay Ivey […]

Families, Clergy Demand Answers After Two Fatal Birmingham Police Shootings

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Staff BIRMINGHAM — A coalition of clergy, community activists and families affected by police violence is calling on Birmingham leaders to take urgent action following two fatal officer-involved shootings one month […]

Family Gathering Turns Deadly: Tennessee Father and Elderly Relative Killed in Birmingham Shooting

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM — A family already grieving one loss was struck by another tragedy Saturday night when a Tennessee father of seven and his elderly relative were killed during a domestic shooting […]

Three Charged With Capital Murder in Brutal Beating Death of Bessemer Man

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BESSEMER — Three people are behind bars and facing capital murder charges after authorities say they brutally beat and robbed a Bessemer man in an attack so violent that investigators believe […]

Prattville Man Arrested on 32 Child Exploitation Charges, Held on $1.1 Million Cash Bond

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS AUTAUGA COUNTY — A Prattville man is being held on a $1.1 million cash-only bond after authorities arrested him Thursday on more than 32 felony charges tied to an extensive child […]

Lamar County Teen Pleads Guilty in Step-Father Shooting; Granted Probation and Anger Management

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Staff LAMAR COUNTY — A 19-year-old Alabama teen who gained significant public support online has pleaded guilty to second-degree assault in the shooting of his unarmed stepfather, an incident prosecutors say could easily […]

American Dream at Risk: 75% of Homes Unaffordable, Study Finds

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS A new national analysis shows that homeownership — long viewed as a cornerstone of the American Dream — is slipping further away from most U.S. families. According to personal finance firm Bankrate, […]

Alabama Cities Take Stand Against State Over Online Sales Tax Distribution

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

Madison and Mobile Join Expanding Lawsuit as Debate Over SSUT Funding Intensifies Across Alabama By Speakin’ Out News Across Alabama, municipalities large and small are entering a legal showdown with the state over how online […]

It’s The Law!Cosigning Gone Wrong: When Helping Family Hurts Your Credit

December 10, 2025 Bouldin 0

By Attorney Raven Beach Anna wants to purchase a new vehicle, but she is struggling to get approval. She contacts numerous family members, but no one agrees to assist. Finally, Anna’s cousin Bobby agrees to […]