A victory for reproductive rights? Democratic candidate Marilyn Lands wins Alabama special election
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Quick Glance: IVF Ruling and Abortion Debate in Alabama Election
- As the Alabama election approaches, candidates focus on abortion and in vitro fertilization (IVF), with Republicans reinforcing support for IVF and Democrats opposing abortion restrictions.
- Democrats strategically highlight reproductive issues post Roe v. Wade overturn, viewing the Alabama race as a pivotal test for their stance on abortion.
- Despite voter resonance on reproductive issues, the election outcome is not expected to significantly alter Republican dominance in the state legislature, but would symbolically mark a notable win for Democrats.
- The stark divide in candidate strategies underscores the ongoing debate over reproductive rights, shaping the battleground district's electoral landscape with high stakes for both parties.
Who do you want to see at this music festival in Alabama? 👀
Read more about the plans here: www.al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/huntsville-music-festival-will-launch-this-year-not-next-year.html
Huntsville music festival will launch this year not next year: Huntsville has been without a large-scale music festival since the last Big Spring Jam in 2011.
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/huntsville-music-festival-will-launch-this-year-not-next-year.html
Huntsville hires architect to design Big Spring Park expansion: Expansion includes current city hall property.
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/huntsville-hires-architect-to-design-big-spring-park-expansion.html
5 things to know about Huntsville’s signature festival's new edition: Founded in 1982, Panoply Arts Festival returns to Big Spring Park.
al.com/life/2024/03/panoply-2024-5-things-to-know-about-huntsvilles-signature-festival.html
Southern Living says these Alabama things belong on your bucket list: Naturally, 25 Southern experiences that change your life including a few things in our ...
al.com/life/2024/03/southern-living-says-these-alabama-things-belong-on-your-bucket-list.html
Southern women earn No. 3 seed in SWAC tournament with win over Alabama A&M: The best the Southern women's basketball team could hope for Saturday was to clinch ...
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Popular breakfast, brunch, and lunch franchise coming to Huntsville: It's the second Eggs Up Grill in Alabama.
al.com/news/2024/03/popular-breakfast-brunch-and-lunch-franchise-coming-to-huntsville.html
Alabama A&M campus police officer shot student in dorm stairwell shootout, ALEA says
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/student-injured-in-shootout-with-alabama-am-campus-police-officer-in-dorm-stairwell-alea-says.html
How big a role did crabcakes play for Derrick Henry?: A Baltimore restaurant offered the former Alabama All-American free crabcakes for life if he would sign ...
al.com/sports/2024/03/how-big-a-role-did-crabcakes-play-in-derrick-henrys-move-to-the-baltimore-ravens.html
Alabama official calls for firing of transgender Space Camp employee after parent speaks out
al.com/news/2024/03/alabama-official-calls-for-firing-of-transgender-space-camp-employee-after-parent-speaks-out.html
La interrupción de la fecundación in vitro ha conmocionado a algunas parejas de Alabama
nytimes.com/es/2024/03/10/espanol/alabama-fecundacion-in-vitro.html
Report of shooting on Alabama A&M campus leaves one person injured: The university would only say there was a "developing public safety emergency" near ...
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/report-of-shooting-on-alabama-am-campus-leaves-one-person-injured.html
Controversial comedian Matt Rife’s ‘ProbleMATTic’ tour returning to Alabama: Even in the cancel-culture era, Matt Rife's irreverent style has earned him ...
al.com/life/2024/03/controversial-comedian-matt-rifes-problemattic-tour-coming-to-alabama.html
How cold could it get tonight in Alabama?: Temperatures could bottom out in the 20s in parts of Alabama overnight tonight.
al.com/news/2024/03/how-cold-could-it-get-tonight-freeze-warnings-issued-for-much-of-alabama.html
Huntsville teen on spring break arrested after reportedly punching 2 Florida deputies
al.com/news/2024/03/huntsville-teen-on-spring-break-arrested-after-reportedly-punching-2-florida-deputies.html
Huntsville city employee allegedly embezzled more than $73,000 from youth sports program
al.com/news/2024/03/huntsville-city-employee-allegedly-embezzled-more-than-73000-from-youth-sports-program.html
How a Sudden Halt to In Vitro Fertilization Shook Alabama Couples: Many suffered setbacks after the State Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos were children ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Alabama IVF Law: Harm Outweighs Benefit
- The Alabama IVF law has raised concerns among legal experts as it may prevent patients from suing for damages if their embryos are destroyed due to clinic negligence.
- The legislation grants immunity to fertility doctors and patients from criminal and civil liability and shields providers of goods used in the IVF process from criminal responsibility.
- Critics argue that the law views financial costs as the least significant harm, despite the profound impact of embryo loss on many individuals affected.
- Experts emphasize the need for a balanced approach in handling cases related to destroyed embryos, suggesting that the Alabama law may represent an excessive response.
Southern Living says this Alabama city is one of the South’s best on the rise: The list catalogs 25 cities picked by the magazine's editors.
al.com/news/2024/03/southern-living-says-this-alabama-city-is-one-of-the-souths-best-on-the-rise.html
Religious red-state women are rising up and speaking out for IVF: Following an Alabama court ruling that put IVF at risk, conservative Christian women have ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/03/01/ivf-embryos-alabama-ruling-conservative-women/
Quick Glance: Alabama House Passes Bill to Protect IVF
- Alabama's GOP-controlled House voted to grant doctors providing in-vitro fertilization immunity for embryo-related incidents.
- The legislation aims to allow fertility clinics to resume IVF services paused due to a recent court ruling.
- Identical bills were introduced in both chambers to expedite the process and help clinics reopen quickly.
- Lawmakers plan to discuss a more permanent solution next week, including potential changes to state laws.
Alabama IVF Protection Bill Will Reopen Clinics but Curb Patient Rights: Here’s what to know about the legislation, which the state legislature is expected to ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/06/health/ivf-law-alabama.html
Quick Glance: Legal Action Against Alabama Clinic Following IVF Incident
- A couple from Florida has filed a lawsuit against an IVF clinic in Alabama, which was at the center of a pivotal decision by the state's Supreme Court that classified frozen embryos as children.
- The Supreme Court's ruling in Alabama raised significant concerns among doctors and IVF patients, who feared potential liability for the destruction of frozen embryos.
- Another lawsuit involves a fourth couple who experienced the loss of embryos during the 2020 incident, presenting similar circumstances as previous wrongful-death suits.
- Shortly after the Supreme Court's decision, almost half of Alabama's IVF clinics suspended procedures to some extent, with certain clinics halting all treatments while others continued everything except for embryo disposal.
How will AI affect our jobs? Here’s what educators heard in Huntsville : “...it's not going to be AI that will take your job away, it is someone who ...
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/how-will-ai-affect-our-jobs-heres-what-educators-heard-in-huntsville.html
Alabama’s best small town is its ‘favorite coastal destination’: What to do when you visit
al.com/news/2024/03/alabamas-best-small-town-is-its-favorite-coastal-destination-what-to-do-when-you-visit.html
With Alabama’s IVF court ruling, a scary future for women’s health care: Physicians in the state fear that its increasingly draconian restrictions on ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/02/24/alabama-ivf-treatment-ruling-abortion/
Quick Glance: Trump Supports IVF After Alabama Ruling
- Former President Donald Trump expressed strong support for IVF.
- An Alabama Supreme Court ruling led to suspensions of IVF programs.
- The decision deepens divisions among conservatives over reproductive services.
- Trump and Haley distance themselves from an absolute abortion ban.
Lawmaker looks to protect access to contraception in Alabama: Some prominent Alabama pro-life groups say they are in favor of the bill
al.com/news/2024/03/lawmaker-looks-to-protect-access-to-contraception-in-alabama.html
Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill to protect Alabama IVF services: The Legislature gave final passage Wednesday night to the bill intended to protect in vitro ...
al.com/news/2024/03/bill-intended-to-protect-alabama-ivf-services-closer-to-final-passage.html
Alabama bill would add $10.64 dispensing fee to all prescriptions: The Alliance of Alabama Healthcare Consumers says the bill, if signed into law ...
al.com/news/2024/03/alabama-bill-would-add-1064-dispensing-fee-to-all-prescriptions.html
Alabama embryo ruling may have devastating effect on cancer patients: Worries are mounting about the ruling’s effect on people, including many cancer patients ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/02/25/cancer-ivf-alabama-embryos/
Republicans used to back Ukraine. Then came middle fingers in Alabama.: As Russia’s war on Ukraine enters its third year, many Republicans are following Trump’s ...
washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/02/29/ukraine-support-alabama-political-divide/
Alabama ruled frozen embryos are children. Here’s what it could mean for embryos frozen across the state
cnn.com/2024/02/26/us/ruling-impact-alabama-ivf-embryos/
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Quick Glance: Frozen Embryos and IVF Risks After Alabama Ruling
- Doctors warn of major health risks for women and babies if fertility experts stop using frozen embryos during IVF after Alabama's Supreme Court ruling.
- Freezing embryos is crucial for the health of women, babies, and successful IVF treatments, with the practice becoming standard due to its safety compared to using fresh embryos.
- Freezing embryos allows for a gentler IVF process, reduces the risk of multiple pregnancies, and provides women with the opportunity to recover before embryo implantation.
- The use of frozen embryos is essential for screening genetic conditions, protecting fertility post-cancer treatment, and ensuring healthier pregnancies for women facing recurrent miscarriages.
Nick Saban reportedly addressing Alabama Mercedes workers as union push intensifies
al.com/news/2024/02/nick-saban-reportedly-addressing-alabama-mercedes-workers-as-union-push-intensifies.html
National taco chain bringing another restaurant to Alabama: It is one of the first openings of the company’s 60th anniversary year.
al.com/news/2024/02/national-taco-chain-bringing-another-restaurant-to-alabama.html
Von Braun Center launches 50th year celebration with concerts and more: Huntsville facility has been at the center of the city's culture since 1975.
al.com/news/huntsville/2024/03/von-braun-center-launches-50th-year-celebration-with-concerts-and-more.html
Popular Birmingham sandwich shop is open, owner says: The mom-and-pop shop has served one of Birmingham’s best hamburgers for nearly 60 years.
al.com/news/2024/02/popular-birmingham-sandwich-shop-closed-for-now-but-will-return-owner-says.html
Brewbaker, Dobson advance to runoff in GOP race in 2nd District: Republicans are trying to retain a seat in the district that was redrawn by a federal court to ...
al.com/news/2024/03/brewbaker-advances-to-runoff-in-gop-race-in-alabamas-new-2nd-district.html
Sooo loud! Blue Origin’s rocket engine tests rattling Huntsville: Blue Origin, the rocket company owned by Jeff Bezos, is making noise testing a big new rocket ...
al.com/news/2024/01/sooo-loud-blue-origins-rocket-engine-tests-rattling-huntsville.html
Alabama Democrats at odds over IVF fix: Will embryo ruling require a Constitutional Amendment?
al.com/news/2024/02/alabama-democrats-at-odds-over-ivf-fix-will-embryo-ruling-require-a-constitutional-amendment.html
Dillards bringing The Coterie Shop to Alabama location: The Coterie Shop features luxury special occasion and casual dressing pieces from Abbey Glass, Buru ...
al.com/business/2024/02/dillards-bringing-the-coterie-shop-to-alabama-location.html
Katie Britt for vice president? Half of Alabama Republican voters say yes, poll finds
al.com/politics/2024/02/katie-britt-for-vice-president-half-of-alabama-republican-voters-say-yes-poll-finds.html
Whataburger opening new location in north Alabama as it expands across state: The Texas-based burger chain has opened several restaurants in Alabama over the ...
al.com/business/2024/02/whataburger-opening-new-location-in-north-alabama-as-it-expands-across-state.html
Nick Dunlap's Alabama family joins him on PGA TOUR: Formal announcement Thursday was preceded by emotional team meeting 48 hours earlier
pgatour.com/article/news/latest/2024/01/25/nick-dunlap-is-joining-the-pga-tour-his-alabama-family-is-coming-with-him-crimson-tide-announcement-amateur
Huntsville school board president says state declined to investigate ethics complaint against him
al.com/news/2024/02/huntsville-school-board-president-says-state-declined-to-investigate-ethics-complaint-against-him.html
This 1947 Mercury Eight is listed for sale in Huntsville, Alabama and can be found on our website under listing ID CC-1819740 or by clicking on the following ... Show more
Judge Rules Against Corporate Transparency Act Disclosure Provision: An Alabama judge barred the government from collecting certain company ownership data to ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/03/us/politics/judge-ruling-corporate-transparenct-act.html
In stunning win, Nick Dunlap showed his best asset might be between his ears: Nick Dunlap is the most old-headed, golf-wise 20-year-old this reporter has ever ...
golf.com/news/nick-dunlap-best-asset-between-ears/
Quick Glance: PGA Tour: Amateur Winners History
- Just seven players have won a PGA Tour event as amateurs, with the last victory by an amateur dating back to 1991!
- Phil Mickelson's 1991 win at the Northern Telecom Open was the most recent by an amateur on the PGA Tour, a tournament that is no longer part of the PGA Tour.
- Scott Verplank's 1985 victory marked the end of a 29-year gap for amateur winners on the PGA Tour, after which he turned professional and won five more titles.
- Arnold Palmer's first PGA Tour win came as an amateur at the 1956 Canadian Open before a successful professional career with 20 Tour wins and four Major runner-up finishes.
Vanderbilt’s Jordyn Cambridge lifting her team to new heights, no matter how much it hurts
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Is Medicaid expansion buried in the Alabama gambling bill?: If allocated, the money for expansion would come from a Gaming Trust Fund, where taxes on casino and ...
al.com/news/2024/02/is-medicaid-expansion-buried-in-the-alabama-gambling-bill.html
One person was killed and several others injured in a Greyhound crash in Alabama: One person is dead and several others were seriously injured after a car and ...
cnn.com/2024/01/30/us/alabama-greyhound-crash-fatal/
Alabama and Mississippi’s ‘Mid-South Wedding Crasher’ dead at 57: Sandra Henson had been convicted of crashing weddings, and stealing gifts ...
al.com/news/2024/02/alabama-and-mississippis-mid-south-wedding-crasher-dead-at-57.html
A 20-year-old amateur golfer just won a PGA Tour event. But he’s not allowed to collect the $1.5 million prize
cnn.com/2024/01/21/sport/nick-dunlap-american-express-pga-win-spt/
The day after in Tuscaloosa: ‘It’s like a weird dream we’re all in’: As Alabama processes the retirement of football coach Nick Saban, his presence could be felt ...
washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/01/11/nick-saban-tuscaloosa-scene/
Quick Glance: DeBoer's Alabama Debut: Saban's Looming Shadow
- DeBoer's introduction as Alabama's new coach was overshadowed by the presence of the legendary Nick Saban.
- While DeBoer was in the spotlight, Saban's shadow was unmistakable.
- The relationship between the two and the challenges of the transition are being carefully observed.
- DeBoer emphasized the importance of Saban's support, while the presence of the legendary coach remains palpable.
Pick of the Day: 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62 | ClassicCars.com Journal: The Pick of the Day is a 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ62 listed for sale on ClassicCars ...
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Prime time for tornadoes is coming to Alabama: What to know: This is Alabama's Severe Weather Awareness Week.
al.com/news/2024/02/prime-time-for-tornadoes-is-coming-what-to-know.html
A Brewer on the Brewers? MLB player hopes dream becomes reality with Milwaukee: Brewer Hicklen has a unique first name. Now, he's seeking to get back to the ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/brewers/2024/02/24/a-brewer-on-the-brewers-player-hopes-dream-becomes-a-reality/72727124007/
Snow in Alabama: Up to 4 inches possible as winter storm threatens wind chills below zero
al.com/news/2024/01/snow-in-alabama-up-to-4-inches-possible-in-areas-as-winter-storm-threatens-wind-chills-below-zero.html
What Katt Williams said at his latest comedy show: Read about the Katt Williams show in Huntsville Friday, part of the Dark Matter Tour announced before his ...
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Alabama among 6 states where Truist is closing 72 bank branches: Truist has locations in more than 50 Alabama cities. Following the closures ...
al.com/business/2024/01/alabama-among-6-states-where-truist-is-closing-72-bank-branches.html
How cold was it in Alabama overnight? Another arctic blast is coming: More lows in the teens possible this weekend.
al.com/news/2024/01/how-cold-was-it-overnight-in-alabama-another-arctic-blast-is-coming.html
Kiss frontman Paul Stanley sings Alabama musician’s praises: "If you love R&B like I do," Stanley recently posted on social media ...
al.com/life/2024/01/kiss-frontman-paul-stanley-sings-alabama-musicians-praises.html
The National Weather Service said Huntsville, Muscle Shoals, Birmingham and Tuscaloosa had record low maximum temperatures on Tuesday ... Show more
Safe Haven Baby Box to anonymously surrender infants installed at Prattville fire station
al.com/news/2024/01/safe-haven-baby-box-to-anonymously-surrender-infants-installed-at-prattville-fire-station.html
Best Solar Panel Installation Companies in Alabama: If you live in Alabama, state policies might eat the savings you'd get by switching to solar in another state ...
cnet.com/home/energy-and-utilities/alabama-solar-panels/
NASA names new director of Marshall Space Center in Alabama - UPI.com: NASA Administrator Bill Nelson announced Monday that Marshall Space Flight Center's ...
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Suburban Houston-area counties under flood watch until midnight: Those living in areas under a flood watch are urged to monitor weather reports and be ready to ...
houstonchronicle.com/news/houston-weather/forecast/article/suburban-houston-area-counties-flood-watch-18622944.php
Aeolians choir performing on island: An award-winning university choir will perform on the island this month.
The Aeolians Choir from Oakwood University in ...
royalgazette.com/general/news/article/20240115/aeolians-choir-performing-on-island/
NASA completes record sustained burn of revolutionary rocket engine: NASA has pushed forward a revolutionary new rocket technology at its Marshall Space Flight ...
newatlas.com/space/nasa-sustained-burn-rocket-engine/
This awesome Huntsville dish takes more than 3 days to make: Purveyor's pork osso buco eats magnificently as it looks.
al.com/life/2023/12/this-awesome-huntsville-dish-takes-more-than-3-days-to-make.html
Newest Huntsville Whataburger location opening Wednesday: The location will open with 24/7 drive-thru-only service to start, with breakfast available from 11 p.m ...
al.com/business/2023/12/newest-huntsville-whataburger-location-opening-wednesday.html
Strong winds expected across Alabama from powerful storm system starting Monday: Winds could take down tree limbs and power lines statewide.
al.com/news/2024/01/strong-winds-expected-across-alabama-from-powerful-storm-system-starting-monday.html
Huntsville musician and travel director dies at 72: Huntsville musician, business owner and historian Arthur Leon Burnette passed away Dec 25th. He was 72 ...
al.com/news/2024/01/huntsville-musician-and-travel-director-dies-at-72.html
Space Command ‘fully operational’ in Colorado as Alabama lawmakers fight funding: Army Gen. James Dickinson, U.S. Space Command commander, announced today that ...
al.com/news/2023/12/space-command-fully-operational-as-alabama-lawmakers-fight-funding.html
Police respond to bogus bomb threats at malls across Alabama: Police in Tuscaloosa, Huntsville, Mobile, and Leeds are among those who reported receiving the ...
al.com/news/2024/01/bogus-bomb-threats-force-malls-across-alabama-to-evacuate.html
How a great New York-style pizza place ended up in Huntsville, Alabama: Mozza Pizza is the new king of pie in the Rocket City.
al.com/life/2023/12/how-an-awesome-new-york-style-pizza-place-ended-up-in-huntsville.html
This Alabama musician is going to have a big year (again) next year: Former "America's Got Talent," "Showtime at the Apollo" sensation ...
al.com/life/2023/12/this-alabama-musician-is-going-to-have-a-big-year-again-next-year.html
Alabama lawmakers vow to keep fighting on Space Command, and it could involve Trump
politico.com/news/2023/12/27/space-command-alabama-00133200
Alabama avoiding antisemitism, free speech concerns roiling other campuses: The state's Jewish population is far below the other areas of the country where ...
al.com/news/2023/12/alabama-avoiding-antisemitism-free-speech-concerns-roiling-other-campuses.html
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