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Governor Kay Ivey Reduced Toforest Johnson's Sentence to Life Without Parole, Citing Concerns About Evidence, While His Attorneys Maintain His Innocence.

Amid Reports That Money Is a Top Stressor for Many, Understanding One’s Financial Health and Employing Practical Strategies Can Help Residents Take Control.

The Harvest Fuel Relief Program, Announced Monday in Kansas, Aims to Offset Rising Diesel and Production Expenses for Farmers During the Harvest Season.

Alabama Department of Public Health Confirms No New Measles Cases After an Adult Alabamian Tested Positive, Urging Residents to Vaccinate as National Outbreaks Continue.

Toforest Johnson's Sentence Reduced to Life Without Parole After Years of Questions Concerning Evidence and Witness Credibility in 1995 Murder Case.

Tijuanna Adetunji's Departure Leaves Only One Member of the Alabama Educational Television Commission From Last Month, as the Board Experiences Significant Changes Following Disputes Over PBS Affiliation.

Following the Enactment of Hb580, Auburn University's Board of Trustees Adopted New Academic Requirements Despite Prior Faculty Assessments and Expert Conclusions.

A South Carolina Family Alleges Their Son and Other Students with Disabilities Were Singled Out to Clean a Cafeteria, Prompting a School Review.

Three Young Artists From a Neighboring Community Recognized at the Plains Peanut Festival for Their Creative Postcard Designs.

The Family-Owned Establishment, Which Began as a Food Truck in Ariton, Will Be Highlighted by the Web-Based Show at Its Troy Location on October 29.

Relatives of Deceased Incarcerated Alabamians, Whose Organs Were Allegedly Harvested Without Family Permission, Demanded a Meeting with University of Alabama Birmingham Administrators on Tuesday as Their Civil Lawsuit Continues to Face Legal Challenges.

Services for the Staff Sergeant, Who Served 26 Years in the Army, Are Set for Friday in New Brockton with Full Military Honors.

The Event Aims to Educate K-5 Children and Their Parents on Safety Practices, with Participation From Local Police, Fire, and Weather Agencies.

Coley Mccraney, Convicted in the 1999 Killings of JB Beasley and Tracie Hawlett, Sees His Capital Murder Case Now Before the State's Highest Court.

A Middle School Principal Was Removed From Duties Following His Tuesday Arrest at the School, Authorities Confirmed.

The Military Installation Has Been Designated the Army’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Autonomy Center of Excellence, a Move Praised by Wiregrass Federal Lawmakers.

Tapings for Impact! Drew Over a Thousand Fans to the Civic Center, While Legal Proceedings Continue in Florida for Former WWE Talent Keanu Carver.

The Houston County, Georgia Sheriff's Office Is Receiving Dozens of Daily Reports From Residents Targeted by Scammers Threatening Immediate Arrest Unless Money Is Paid.

The Wiregrass Military Base Will Lead Efforts in Developing and Integrating Unmanned Aircraft Systems for the U.s. Army.

Hurricane Isaias Brought Damaging Winds and Floods to Alabama and Florida, Closing Houston County Roads and Disrupting Coastal Communities.

Over 2,700 Families Across the State, Including Those in Dothan and the Wiregrass, Are Seeking Federal Child Care Subsidies but Face an Indefinite Wait Due to Limited Funding.

A Bill Expanding the State's Utility Regulator and Altering Its Powers Has Become a Central Issue for Candidates Seeking Seats on the Public Service Commission, Impacting Future Energy Rate Discussions for Alabama Residents.

At a Montgomery Town Hall, the Gubernatorial Candidate Outlined His Positions on School Vouchers, Educator Pay and Healthcare, and New Data Center Development.

The University of Alabama Has Secured Nearly $2 Million to Equip Emergency Responders with Technology Allowing Direct Physician Consultation During 911 Calls, Aiming to Reduce Non-Essential Emergency Room Visits.

The U.s. House District 2 Race Is a Nationally Watched Contest, with New District Lines and Candidate Strategies Shaping the Competition.

The Professional Wrestling Show Is Scheduled to Broadcast a New Episode Originating From Dothan, Alabama, This Evening, October 15, 2026, on AMC Tv.

The Dothan Defensive Standout Will Represent the Wiregrass in the Alabama-Mississippi All-Star Game, as Other Local Teams See Coaching Changes and On-Field Milestones.

The Wiregrass Installation Will Expand Its Critical Role in the Development and Deployment of Autonomous Warfare Technology for the U.s. Army.

An Army Apache Helicopter From Fort Rucker Landed Near a Downtown Ozark Car Show, Coating Classic Vehicles in Dirt and Debris and Prompting Damage Claims.

A Collaboration Between Business Insider and Yelp Has Identified the Popular Wiregrass Restaurant as Alabama’s Top Spot for Fried Chicken.

Senior Lecturer Liesl Wesson Leverages Extensive Industry Experience to Prepare Students for Leadership Roles by Linking Management Theories to Practical Applications.

The Popular Bakery Chain, Known for Its Rotating Flavors, Has Seen Customer Traffic Fall and a Kentucky Franchise File for Bankruptcy, with Potential Implications for Alabama's 18 Locations.

Investigators Are Actively Working to Determine the Cause of a Man's Fall From a Roller Coaster on Monday, Prompting Widespread Grief in the Atlanta Area.

State Representative Rhett Marques and U.s. Representative Austin Scott Met with Dale County Producers to Discuss High Input Costs and Delays in Federal Agricultural Assistance.

Statewide Residents Are Advised to Prepare for Potential Ice and Rain, While Hurricane Isaias Strengthens Toward Coastal Areas. Meanwhile, the Alabama Crimson Tide Deals with Recent Player Injuries, and a Documentary on Coach Saban Makes Its Debut.

An Expert Discusses Common Loan Misconceptions and Alternative Financing Pathways for Entrepreneurs and First-Time Homebuyers.

Wallace Community College-Dothan Aims to Enhance Career Programs with New Funding, While Dothan City Schools Confirm Regular Schedules and Approve Staff Pay Raises.

The Alabama Medicaid Agency Announced Its Dothan District Office Will Close at Noon and Outstationed Workers in Houston and Surrounding Counties Will Be Unavailable Due to a Statewide Emergency Declaration.

Authorities Report a Hunter Faces Charges After a Missed Shot Intended for a Deer Struck and Killed a Beloved Pet Donkey in Anderson County, Leaving a Rescue Organization Traumatized.

Accused Says Vehicle Drove at Him; Police Chief Reports Teens Were Fleeing After Mistakenly Approaching His Home in Addis.

A Nonprofit Organization Is Providing Thousands of Hot Meals to Residents in Milton, Florida, Who Are Grappling with Power Outages and Recovery Efforts Following Hurricane Isaias.

The "Beyond Sight, Breaking Barriers Resource Fair" Connected Blind and Low-Vision Community Members with Crucial Services and Highlighted the Importance of Mobility Tools.

The Alabama State Board of Education Approved a Budget Request Aiming for a 4% Increase, Prioritizing Literacy Programs, School Transportation, and Parental Leave for the Upcoming Fiscal Year.

Recent Data Compiled by Stacker, Using Information From Gas Buddy, Identifies Multiple Locations in Dothan Providing the Most Affordable Regular Fuel Options.

Leisure Services Director Billy Powell Provided a Facilities Update, While Dothan City Crews Will Temporarily Suspend Regular Trash Collection to Prioritize Storm Debris Removal.

Despite a Late Eastward Shift, Hurricane Isaias Brought Fatal Incidents and Widespread Outages, with Utility Crews Swiftly Restoring Service Across the State and Significant Damage Reported Locally in the Wiregrass Region.

Alabama Voters Will Decide on Constitutional Amendments Proposing Mandatory Policies for Daily Pledge of Allegiance, Student-Led Prayer, and Weekly National Anthem Broadcasts in K-12 Public Schools.

The Alabama Department of Public Health Is Alerting Dothan-Area Restaurants and the Public About an Individual Posing as an Inspector Without Proper Credentials, While Local Road Work and Educational Developments Are Also Underway.

Lingering Impacts From Hurricane Isaias Prompt School Closures, a Temporary Halt to Regular Trash Collection, and Public Safety Warnings in Dothan.

Authorities Reported the Child Was Found Unconscious and Without a Pool Fence Present at the Home.