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January 31, 2023

Down in Alabama

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Prison releases, Victoryland cutbacks, gas prices: Down in Alabama

Listen to "Down in Alabama" wherever you get your podcasts.

By Ike Morgan | imorgan@al.com

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Alabama mayors set priorities: Eliminate ‘Glock switches,’ extend economic incentives

The mayors of Alabama's largest cities want to priorities public safety and economic development during the coming session.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Cause of death for Rickey Smiley’s son, Brandon, not known; foul play not suspected

Brandon Jamaad Smiley, 32, was found unresponsive inside his residence by a friend on Sunday in the 2300 block of 31st Ave. North.

By Carol Robinson | crobinson@al.com

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Business

No hospital for Riverchase Galleria as anchor tenants eye lease, city says

Owners are in negotiations for new anchor tenants to be located in the old Sears and Belks portions.

By William Thornton | wthornton@al.com

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Alabama mayors, sheriffs condemn Memphis police killing of Tyre Nichols

The mayors of Birmingham and Mobile weighed in on the killing of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols in Memphis. Also weighing in was the Alabama Sheriffs Association on Monday.

By John Sharp | jsharp@al.com

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Author Derrick Barnes cancels Hoover library visit after school controversy

The children's book author was going to visit four elementary schools in February.

By Trisha Powell Crain | tcrain@al.com

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