Sidewalk 2019: Faces of the film festival in Birmingham
Movie fans flocked to downtown Birmingham to celebrate the 21st edition of the Sidewalk Film Festival.
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Alabama drivers and employers face new laws on Sept. 1
Several new laws take effect next week
Pelham restaurant owned by Eli Gold closing
Nino's Italian Restaurant in Pelham opened in 2009.
Tropical Storm Dorian stronger as it nears Caribbean
Dorian’s path could steer the weaker storm into Bahamas and near Florida by the weekend.
We Tried to Pronounce these West Virginia Towns
In the South, never judge a town name by the way it's spelled. These town names in West Virginia are no exception.
In the South, never judge a town name by the way it's spelled. These town names in West Virginia are no exception.
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Ask Amy: Resentment builds as friends and family turn down invitations to visit
Also, siblings want to sell inherited house but there's a complication.
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Dear Abby: Compliment-seeking wife asks questions that husband contends are none of her business
Also, friend re-gifts painting, leading to resentment.
NASA investigates alleged crime from space
NASA is reportedly investigating one of its astronauts in a case that appears to involve the first allegations of criminal activity from space.
Get ready for the 2019 season with AL.com's hype trailer. (Wesley Sinor / wsinor@al.com)
News
Sexual misconduct claims stretch back years for doctor
Allegations against the popular Decatur doctor now span more than a decade and involve nearly three dozen women.
How the 6 cent gas tax increase will affect Alabama
The 6-cent tax increase goes into effect on Sept. 1. It is the first of three gas tax increases that, when fully implemented, will be at 10 cents per gallon. Approximately $320 million in new revenue will be generated annually for road projects.
Alabama AT&T; workers among 20,000 on strike
Workers in nine states, including Alabama walked off the job at midnight Eastern time.
Alabama RB commit Roydell Williams highlighs vs. Homewood
Hueytown senior scores 3 TDs in season-opening victory over Homewood.
Hueytown senior scores 3 TDs in season-opening victory over Homewood.
Alabama woman dies after Fla. balcony fall
A 25-year-old Alabama woman died Wednesday after falling from a hotel balcony in Panama City Beach.
Archibald: Disagreement was common ground
They spoke with a wisdom not just of years, but of tears. How where you come from doesn’t make you who you are, how who you become is something you decide for yourself.
1 killed in Madison County, juvenile in custody
Madison County Sheriff's Deputies say all involved were immediate family members.
More than 20 protesters gathered at the Etowah County Detention Center in Gadsden, Ala. to protest the detainment of Adelante Alabama Worker Center board member Marcos Baltazar and his son Juan on Friday, Aug. 23, 2019. (William Thornton / wthornton@al.com)
Alabama mom who donated to son in 1982 gets transplant
Betty Clark sacrificed part of herself trying to save her child’s life 37 years ago.
CDC guidelines: When should you get your flu shot?
The Centers for Disease Control has released its vaccination guidelines headed into the 2019-2020 flu season.
Alabama Auditor Jim Zeigler reacts on Wednesday, Aug. 21, 2019, to a decision by the Mobile MPO to delay a vote on a the I-10 Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project until October.
Sports
ESPN's Desmond Howard apologizes for off-color joke
Desmond Howard was asked about Michigan's chances at beating rival Ohio State when he quoted 'Chappelle's Show.'
Injury sidelines Brandon King for 2019 NFL season
The Thompson High and Auburn alumnus won't play after going on injured reserve on Sunday.
Le'Ron McClain on head injuries: 'I need help'
The former Alabama standout tweeted about his struggles with head injuries and frustration with the NFL on Saturday.
Alabama football 2019 hype trailer
Get ready for the 2019 Crimson Tide season with AL.com's hype trailer. (Wesley Sinor / wsinor@al.com)
Get ready for the 2019 Crimson Tide season with AL.com's hype trailer. (Wesley Sinor / wsinor@al.com)
Does Bo Nix change Auburn’s outlook for 2019?
5-star freshman QB set to start opener vs. Oregon
State NFL Roundup: 3 in a row for Blasingame, Smith
During the third week of the NFL's 2019 preseason, 68 alumni of Alabama high schools and colleges (not including Alabama and Auburn) got on the field.
Samford falls to Youngstown State in opener
The Samford Bulldogs had four turnovers in the season opener which resulted in two scores and a 24-point deficit after three quarters.
Ahead of the August 31st matchup against the Duke Blue Devils, Coach Nick Saban addressed the media regarding recent injury reports and preparations for week one. Saban also spoke about what he and the team hope to learn from Ray Rice. (Elizabeth Lowder / elowder@al.com)
Panthers 'optimistic' about Cam Newton's injury
The Carolina Panthers are "cautiously optimistic" quarterback Cam Newton will be on the field when the team kicks off its NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 8.
Alabama WR Jaylen Waddle talks 2019 Crimson Tide football.
Life and Culture
Carolyn Hax: Debating over having agreed-to kids is just stalling
If husband doesn't really want kids, he needs to admit that, now.
‘Day of Healing’ has special ring in Africatown
Slave ship discovery earlier this year heightens sense of new beginning.
Chick-fil-A vs. Popeyes: The sandwich showdown
Our take on fast food restaurants' chicken rivalry.
What is the best mayo for Tomato Sandwiches?
Our panel of judges is scoring seven different tomato sandwiches to determine the ultimate mayonnaise! Get your own "Southern as a Tomato Sandwich" shirt for 20% off using discount code MATER20 at http://store.southernthing.com
Our panel of judges is scoring seven different tomato sandwiches to determine the ultimate mayonnaise! Get your own "Southern as a Tomato Sandwich" shirt for 20% off using discount code MATER20 at http://store.southernthing.com
150 years of memories at Alabama’s oldest soda fountain
Payne's Soda Fountain & Sandwich Shop is a Scottsboro institution that goes back to 1869.
How to smoke a Boston butt for perfect pulled pork barbecue
Your Labor Day could be tastier than ever before if you follow these easy steps.
Sunday Supper: Dine like a Duchess
Looking for Sunday dinner plans? Hop City and Little London have crafted a British dining experience.
Watermelon is the perfect summer snack. Lemonade is the perfect summer drink. But what happens when you combine watermelon + lemonade? Our panel of judges decide.
Druid City Music Festival 2019: See the photos
Rain delayed the action, but the inaugural event pressed on.
Watch this rare look inside Alabama sorority rush week
A new pledge chronicled every moment of UA rush week all the way up to Bid Day.
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