Russellville woman arrested after admitting to fatally shooting her husband
A 65-year-old Russellville woman was arrested after calling law enforcement and admitting to fatally shooting her husband on Sunday.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Franklin County woman calls 911, admits to fatally shooting husband
A woman is charged with murder after deputies found her husband dead from a gunshot wound in Franklin County on Sunday.
May 11, 2026Open source
ACMS math students take home top prize
Alexander City Middle School math teacher Teresa Franklin couldn’t be any prouder of four of her students.
May 8, 2026Open source
Tornado Watch issued for Colbert, Franklin, Lauderdale counties
The National Weather Service issued a Tornado Watch for Colbert, Franklin, and Lauderdale counties until 5 a.m. Tuesday.
May 2, 2026Open source
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ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: Cullman’s Graham headlines local contingent with 1st-team honors
Cullman’s Hattie Graham spearheaded a group of local standouts earning deserving recognition when the Alabama Sports Writers Association announced this yea...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Houston Midtown bar fights surge in car break‑ins
Axelrad Beer Garden on Alabama street and Almeda street and nearby Midtown venues have started charging for parking and hiring nightly security.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Jeffery Lee breathes ‘sigh of relief’ after Alabama’s nitrogen execution is deemed unconstitutional
Moments after a federal judge permanently blocked Jeffery Lee’s execution by nitrogen gas in Alabama, Lee told NBC News he was prepared to keep fighting.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Federal Judge Blocks Alabama Nitrogen Gas Execution
U.S. District Judge Emily Marks ruled that the method violates the ban on cruel and unusual punishment
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Federal judge blocks use of Alabama’s nitrogen gas execution protocol
The ruling in Jeffery Lee's case throws future use of the controversial execution method into doubt in the state.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Former Alabama Corrections healthcare provider says it can’t pay pre-bankruptcy wages
A memo from the company says that employees who were not paid before May 8 will need to file a claim with the bankruptcy court.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Alabama AG’s office appeals ruling declaring nitrogen gas executions unconstitutional
The Alabama Department of Corrections Wednesday said it was proceeding with Jeffery Lee's execution, but it was not clear what method would be used.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
A federal judge on Tuesday permanently blocked Alabama from executing an inmate with nitrogen gas after declaring the method violates the ban on cruel and un...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Alabama AG sends cease-and-desist letters to multiple companies over abortion pill sales
The letters, sent to multiple out-of-state organizations, ask the recipient companies to halt all advertising, sale and delivery of the pills.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Agriplex outdoor learning, kitchen courses on the horizon
The North Alabama Agriplex still has several spots left to register for its upcoming round of summer programs for anyone looking for a fun way to spend an af...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Navy sailor dies in Monday crash on I-65 near Dodge City
A single-vehicle crash that occurred at approximately 12:05 a.m. Monday, June 8, has claimed the life of a Navy sailor. According to the Alabama Law Enforcem...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
A federal judge has permanently blocked Alabama from executing an inmate with nitrogen gas, declaring the method violates the ban on cruel and unusual punish...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
U.S. federal judge blocks Alabama from executing inmate with nitrogen gas, rules method unconstitutionally...
U.S. federal judge blocks Alabama from executing inmate with nitrogen gas, rules method unconstitutionally cruel.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
US appeals court raises concerns about Alabama’s use of nitrogen gas for executions
The execution method, first used in 2024 by the state of Alabama, involves strapping a respirator to the person’s face and replacing breathable air with pu...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
US appeals court raises concerns about Alabama’s use of nitrogen gas for executions
The execution method, first used in 2024 by the state of Alabama, involves strapping a respirator to the person’s face and replacing breathable air with pu...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Alabama reaches College World Series for the first time since 1999
TUSCALOOSA- A 27-year wait got even longer after a weather postponement, but Alabama baseball is heading back to Omaha.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Tracking less rain and more heat through midweek
Chief Meteorologist and Severe Weather Expert Jeff Castle is no stranger to North Alabama weather. Prior to joining the WAAY 31 Stormtracker Weather Team in...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Federal appeals court orders more scrutiny of Alabama's nitrogen gas execution method
A federal appeals court ruled Monday that Alabama’s use of nitrogen gas to put prisoners to death needs more study of whether it violates a constitutional...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Russellville is in Franklin County, Alabama.
Region: North Alabama
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35653, 35654
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ALL-STATE SOFTBALL: Cullman’s Graham headlines local contingent with 1st-team honors
Cullman’s Hattie Graham spearheaded a group of local standouts earning deserving recognition when the Alabama Sports Writers Association announced this yea...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Houston Midtown bar fights surge in car break‑ins
Axelrad Beer Garden on Alabama street and Almeda street and nearby Midtown venues have started charging for parking and hiring nightly security.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Jeffery Lee breathes ‘sigh of relief’ after Alabama’s nitrogen execution is deemed unconstitutional
Moments after a federal judge permanently blocked Jeffery Lee’s execution by nitrogen gas in Alabama, Lee told NBC News he was prepared to keep fighting.
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Federal Judge Blocks Alabama Nitrogen Gas Execution
U.S. District Judge Emily Marks ruled that the method violates the ban on cruel and unusual punishment
Jun 11, 2026Open source
Federal judge blocks use of Alabama’s nitrogen gas execution protocol
The ruling in Jeffery Lee's case throws future use of the controversial execution method into doubt in the state.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Former Alabama Corrections healthcare provider says it can’t pay pre-bankruptcy wages
A memo from the company says that employees who were not paid before May 8 will need to file a claim with the bankruptcy court.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Alabama AG’s office appeals ruling declaring nitrogen gas executions unconstitutional
The Alabama Department of Corrections Wednesday said it was proceeding with Jeffery Lee's execution, but it was not clear what method would be used.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Judge bars Alabama nitrogen gas execution, says method is unconstitutionally cruel
A federal judge on Tuesday permanently blocked Alabama from executing an inmate with nitrogen gas after declaring the method violates the ban on cruel and un...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Alabama AG sends cease-and-desist letters to multiple companies over abortion pill sales
The letters, sent to multiple out-of-state organizations, ask the recipient companies to halt all advertising, sale and delivery of the pills.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
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