Bama Tops LSU + TPD Officers Honored + More Charges For Ruggs

Good morning, Tuscaloosa! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's everything you need to know around town today.

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First, today's weather: Plenty of sunshine. High: 67 | Low: 38.

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Here are the top 5 stories today in Tuscaloosa:

1. The No. 2. Crimson Tide narrowly edged out t the LSU Tigers, 20-14, at Bryant-Denny Stadium Saturday night. (More)
2. Here's a look at the three Tuscaloosa Police officers who received Medals of Valor Friday afternoon for their bravery after dealing with an armed suspect in January. (Tim Reid, CBS 42)
3. The Tuscaloosa Public Library 's Storytime is set to host a special event at the Northport Civic Center on Friday, Nov. 12 at 10 a.m. The event will feature children's stories, songs and crafts for the holiday season. (More)
4. After 2020 saw a significant spike in unemployment claims in Alabama, brought on largely by the COVID-19 pandemic, the state's number of claims have decreased by nearly 50 percent, according to a recent study. (Michael Seale, Birmingham Patch)
5. Authorities added more charges against former Alabama wide receiver Henry Ruggs III following a fiery two-vehicle crash in Las Vegas that resulted in the death of a woman and her dog. Additional charges included possession of a gun under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (Mark Inabinett, AL.com)

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Other stories I'm reading today ...

• Man serving at Donaldson prison dies (Eddie Burkhalter, Alabama Political Reporter)
• As pandemic fades, Mobile planning 2022 Mardi Gras (Associated Press)
• 8 Dead, Scores Injured At Astroworld Festival In Houston (Associated Press)
• US hiring rebounded in October, with 531,000 jobs added (Alabama Daily News)

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Have a great Sunday!

— RP

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