Alabama

Alabama is a state in the Southeastern region of the United States. It borders Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the 50 U.S. states.
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Some of the key events about Alabama

  • 1814
    Creek War ended with forced cession of 23 million acres of Native American land to the United States
  • 1819
    Alabama became the 22nd state to join the United States
  • 1861
    The Confederate States of America was founded in Montgomery
  • 1861
    Alabama seceded from the Union, joining the Confederate States of America
  • 1880
    The University of Alabama established its first football team
  • 1901
    Alabama adopted its current state constitution
  • 1901
    Alabama Constitution established racial segregation and disenfranchised African Americans
  • 1931
    Scottsboro Boys trials began, highlighting racial injustice in the state's legal system
  • 1941
    The Tuskegee Airmen program was established to train African American pilots
  • 1955
    The Montgomery Bus Boycott began, sparking the Civil Rights Movement
  • 1955
    Montgomery Bus Boycott started after the arrest of a Black woman for refusing to give up her bus seat
  • 1963
    Birmingham church bombing killed four young African American girls
  • 1965
    The Selma to Montgomery marches led to the passage of the Voting Rights Act
  • 1965
    Bloody Sunday occurred when civil rights marchers were attacked by state troopers in Selma
  • 1969
    The Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville played a crucial role in the Apollo 11 moon landing
  • 1977
    Deadly tornado outbreak killed 22 people and injured over 100 across the state
  • 1989
    The Mercedes-Benz U.S. International plant opened in Vance, boosting the state's automotive industry
  • 2006
    The National Memorial for Peace and Justice opened in Montgomery to honor victims of lynching
  • 2010
    Deepwater Horizon oil spill severely impacted Alabama's coastal ecosystems and economy
  • 2011
    Devastating tornado outbreak killed 238 people in Alabama, causing widespread destruction

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Presidential Hopefuls Tackle Football Games for Campaign Visibility

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DOJ Sues Alabama Over Controversial Voter Registration Program

DOJ Sues Alabama Over Controversial Voter Registration Program

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Society, Politics • September 28 2024, 06:32 AM  •  6984 views
Dementia Patient Fatally Shot by Police in Muscle Shoals, Alabama

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Society, Culture • September 27 2024, 08:31 PM  •  257 views
Hurricane Helene Strikes Florida as Mayor Adams Faces Indictment

Hurricane Helene Strikes Florida as Mayor Adams Faces Indictment

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Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 10:09 AM  •  16 views
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Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 09:59 AM  •  31 views
Alabama Prepares for Second Nitrogen Gas Execution Amid Controversy

Alabama Prepares for Second Nitrogen Gas Execution Amid Controversy

Alabama readies for its second nitrogen gas execution, sparking debate over the method's humaneness. Alan Eugene Miller, convicted of triple murder, faces execution as legal challenges and procedural adjustments continue.

Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 09:51 AM  •  46 views
Florida Braces for Category 4 Hurricane Helene's Imminent Landfall

Florida Braces for Category 4 Hurricane Helene's Imminent Landfall

Hurricane Helene approaches Florida's Panhandle as a Category 4 storm, prompting evacuations and warnings. Officials stress the potential for catastrophic winds, deadly storm surge, and widespread flooding.

Society, Science • September 27 2024, 09:41 AM  •  30 views
Federal Judge Blocks Part of Alabama's Absentee Ballot Assistance Law

Federal Judge Blocks Part of Alabama's Absentee Ballot Assistance Law

A federal judge has partially blocked Alabama's new law limiting absentee ballot assistance, citing Voting Rights Act violations. The injunction affects provisions related to blind, disabled, and illiterate voters.

Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 09:28 AM  •  31 views
Alabama Ex-Jailer Admits Guilt in Inmate's Hypothermia Death

Alabama Ex-Jailer Admits Guilt in Inmate's Hypothermia Death

A former Alabama corrections officer has pleaded guilty to charges related to an inmate's death from hypothermia. The case highlights severe neglect in the jail system, with potential for more charges.

Society, Politics • September 27 2024, 09:17 AM  •  17 views
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Tropical Storm Helene Intensifies, Threatens Florida with Major Hurricane Impact

Tropical Storm Helene Intensifies, Threatens Florida with Major Hurricane Impact

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Society, Science • September 25 2024, 02:14 PM  •  311 views
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Tropical Storm Helene Intensifies, Threatens U.S. Gulf Coast

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Tropical Storm Helene Threatens Florida's Gulf Coast with Hurricane Potential

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Politics, Science • September 24 2024, 10:03 PM  •  201 views
Ancestral Land Dispute Ignites Legal Battle Between Native American Tribes

Ancestral Land Dispute Ignites Legal Battle Between Native American Tribes

A casino built on sacred Muscogee ground in Alabama sparks a fierce legal confrontation between two Native American tribes, highlighting complex issues of heritage, sovereignty, and historical injustice.

Politics, Culture • September 24 2024, 03:18 PM  •  562 views
Five U.S. States Set for Rare Week of Multiple Executions

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Society, Politics • September 24 2024, 08:36 AM  •  578 views
Emmett Till's Legacy: Unveiling Hidden Truths in Mississippi's Past

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Wright Thompson's "The Barn" explores Emmett Till's 1955 murder, uncovering buried facts and examining Mississippi's complex racial history. The book reveals how silence perpetuates hate and emphasizes the importance of confronting the past.

Society, Culture • September 18 2024, 12:34 PM  •  691 views
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Former President Trump's lawyers request a 30-day extension to respond to the government's appeal in the classified documents case, potentially pushing the ruling beyond Inauguration Day.

Politics • September 17 2024, 08:43 PM  •  706 views
Senate to Revisit IVF Rights Bill, Spotlighting Political Divide

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Society, Politics, Science • September 17 2024, 05:21 AM  •  488 views
Renowned Alabama Artist Fred Nall Hollis Dies at 76

Renowned Alabama Artist Fred Nall Hollis Dies at 76

Fred Nall Hollis, a celebrated Alabama visual artist known for his diverse and genre-bending work, has passed away at 76. His prolific career spanned multiple mediums and garnered international acclaim.

Society, Culture • September 16 2024, 10:39 PM  •  949 views
USPS Chief Addresses Election Mail Concerns Ahead of 2024 Vote

USPS Chief Addresses Election Mail Concerns Ahead of 2024 Vote

U. S. Postmaster General DeJoy responds to election officials' worries about mail-in ballot delivery. He assures readiness for the upcoming election while acknowledging past issues and outlining improvements.

Society, Politics • September 16 2024, 06:57 PM  •  166 views
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An Alabama state trooper's compassionate approach during a traffic stop inspired a young woman to pursue her dream career. Two years later, he attended her graduation as a surgical technologist.

Society, Culture • September 14 2024, 11:08 AM  •  1016 views
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Economics, Politics • September 13 2024, 10:20 PM  •  890 views
Storm Francine Weakens but Threatens Gulf Coast with Flooding and Outages

Storm Francine Weakens but Threatens Gulf Coast with Flooding and Outages

Storm Francine, now a tropical depression, hits southeastern U. S. states. Despite weakening, it brings heavy rains, gusty winds, and flood risks to Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama.

Society, Politics • September 12 2024, 03:38 PM  •  1313 views
Americans Skeptical of AI's Role in Election Information, Poll Finds

Americans Skeptical of AI's Role in Election Information, Poll Finds

A recent survey reveals that most Americans distrust AI for accurate election information. Despite increasing AI use in daily life, concerns persist about its reliability for high-stakes events.

Society, Politics • September 12 2024, 05:21 AM  •  469 views
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Society, Business • September 11 2024, 10:12 PM  •  980 views
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