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December 31, 2023

Alabama Politics

Politics

Maine state official targeted in swatting call after removing Trump from ballot

The Maine Department of Public Safety says a man called emergency services Friday night claiming he broke into a house in Manchester, which turned out to be Secretary of State Shenna Bellows' home.

By The Associated Press

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Who got Jefferson County’s 10 biggest checks in 2023?

These ten checks totaled out to around $44 million and nearly half of them are annual payments required by the Alabama’s Sales Tax Act.

By Heather Gann | hgann@al.com

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Food tax cut near top of list of Alabama lawmakers’ accomplishments in 2023

The Legislature also passed a bill to exempt overtime pay from the state income tax.

By Mike Cason | mcason@al.com

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Tommy Tuberville reportedly targeted in swatting call at Auburn home

Auburn police confirmed the incident is still under investigation but declined to comment on any details. A person of interest has not yet been identified.

By Mary Helene Hall | mhall@al.com

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Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway: ‘If you see something, say something’

After more than 20 years working with the Sheriff’s Office, Pettway said he’s seen a lot change, but his mission to make the county a safer place remains the same.

By Heather Gann | hgann@al.com

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Alabama lawmaker clashes with Freedom from Religion Foundation over religion in schools

Etowah County Schools had asked local churches to supply water and granola bars to middle- and high-school wrestlers. In exchange, the churches would be allowed to share a 15-minute “devotional” with the students.

By Mary Helene Hall | mhall@al.com

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