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Alabama

Ala. Republican politico charged with sexual torture, murder | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP

A well-known GOP politico in Alabama has been charged with the “sexual torture” and murder of a man he knew. Kyle Hayden Lewter, 36, allegedly killed Derek Franklin Walls, 54, of Harvest, Alabama, last week during a “physical altercation,” according to the Madison County Sheriff’s Office. Authorities have released few details about the case, but say […]

City Council

Tuscaloosa City Council votes to revoke CRU Lounge business license after deadly shooting | #citycouncil

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (WBRC) – The Tuscaloosa City Council voted unanimously Tuesday to revoke CRU Lounge’s business license after a lengthy hearing at City Hall. This comes after police say 28-year-old Rashid Little was shot and killed by Arron Hill, a security guard at CRU Lounge, in January. Police say there was some sort of argument […]

Mayor

John Hamon named Paso Robles mayor following Steve Martin’s death

Following the death of Paso Robles Mayor Steve Martin, the city council held a special meeting on Thursday to fill the position. Martin died on Aug. 16 after a “hard-fought illness,” according to city officials. In a four to zero decision on Thursday, the city council selected John Hamon to take over the position of […]

City Council

Longtime Atlanta City Council member Jim Maddox to lie in repose | #citycouncil

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) – The city of Atlanta will start to gather Wednesday to honor the life and legacy of the late councilman, Jim Maddox, who passed away last week. Maddox will lie in repose inside the Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel on the campus of Morehouse College. Services will begin at […]

Mayor

Danilo Lacuna, former Manila vice-mayor, passes away

Former Manila Vice Mayor Danilo Lacuna has died at the age of 85. His daughter, incumbent Manila Mayor Honey Lacuna, made the announcement on Sunday morning, August 13, 2023. Writing on Facebook, Honey shared, “Our beloved Daddy Danny joined his creator early this morning, August 13, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones.” She paid tribute […]

Mayor

Ed Muniz dies, founder of Endymion and former Kenner mayor

The founder of the super krewe Endymion and a former mayor of Kenner has died, according to Endymion’s President Dan Kelly.Ed Muniz passed away on Saturday at the age of 83.Endymion exploded in popularity under Muniz’s leadership.Last week, a sculpture standing at 7 feet tall was dedicated in his honor at Delgado Community College near […]

Mayor

City of Richmond Hill announces death of its former mayor

On Sunday, the City of Richmond Hill announced the death of its former mayor, Richard Davis.Mayor Davis was first elected to the Richmond Hill City Council in November 1979. He was elected mayor in 1989. In a Facebook post, the City of Richmond Hill said, ” provided distinguished leadership during his thirty-one years serving as […]

Alabama

Ivey urges amendment to Alabama’s execution policy | #republicans | #Alabama | #GOP

(The Center Square) – Just three weeks after initiating a review of all death penalty cases in Alabama, Gov. Kay Ivey has penned a letter to the state’s Supreme Court asking for an amendment to current rules. The Republican governor penned a letter Monday to the chief justice and associate judges to propose an amendment […]

Arkansas

Arkansas law enforcement to crack down on texting while driving

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (KAIT) – Whether you’re driving to work or traveling, make sure to keep an eye on the road or you may be in trouble. According to Arkansas State Police, starting from Monday, Oct. 17 to Sunday, Oct. 23, law enforcement agencies will be cracking down on drivers violating the Arkansas texting while […]

Arkansas

Data shows Arkansas is improving Narcan access

HARRISON, Ark. (KY3) – Arkansas has made progress in addressing the opioid overdose epidemic by expanding access to the overdose-reversal drug naloxone, the Arkansas Center for Health Improvement said Wednesday. The Arkansas Center for Health Improvement (ACHI) shows that 4,848 people received Naloxone prescriptions in 2021. It rose from 86 in the fiscal year 2017. […]