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March 13, 2023

Alabama Politics

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Birmingham Water Works successfully blocks community petition to restructure leadership

An injunction granted to BWWB last week prevents Jefferson County Probate Judge James Naftel from verifying a petition started by Fred Randall, David Russell and James King with the intention to prompt the Birmingham City Council to take over the utility.

By Heather Gann | hgann@al.com

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News

Alabama bill make would it a felony for immigrants to have a gun if here illegally

HB 64, sponsored by Rep. Ron Bolton, R-Northport, would make it a Class C felony, punishable by up to 10 years in prison.

By Ralph Chapoco and Alabama Reflector

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Opinion

Cameron Smith: Stand between the darkness and America’s forgotten children

The darkness engulfing so many young Americans will not dissipate on account of our thoughts and positive intentions. There’s no charity or government program that will reach into the void on our behalf, so we can live our best lives without inconvenience.

By Cameron Smith | csmith@al.com

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News

DeSantis: ‘I don’t support’ requiring Florida bloggers to register with state

Social media users have erroneously claimed in recent days that DeSantis is in favor of the bill.

By The Associated Press

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News

Top Birmingham business leaders lobby lawmakers to support state bailout of BSC

While the college "made missteps at times" over 20 years, current BSC President Daniel Coleman "has a sound plan," the executives wrote.

By Howard Koplowitz | hkoplowitz@al.com

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News

Tennessee Lt. Gov. Randy McNally criticized for liking gay performer’s Instagram posts after drag show bill

“I try to support people,” McNally said. The pictures show Franklyn McClur, 20, in make-up, jewelry and naked in at least one.

By Andy Sher, Shelby Farmer Chattanooga Times Free Press, Tenn. (TNS) and Tribune Media Services

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