Tuscaloosa|News|
Gadsden Native, First-Generation College Student Named UA Homecoming Queen
Baba was revealed as the winner during the annual homecoming pep rally and bonfire on the UA Quad Friday evening.
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Ryan Phillips, Patch Staff
- Tuscaloosa, AL
Ryan Phillips is an award-winning journalist and editor from Tuscaloosa, Alabama. A graduate of both the University of Mississippi and the University of Alabama, Phillips has worked as a reporter and editor at the Birmingham Business Journal, the Associated Press-Atlanta Bureau and Weather.com. Most recently, Phillips worked for nearly four years as the executive editor of the Starkville Daily News and (West Point) Daily Times Leader in Mississippi. Phillips has received numerous investigative journalism awards in both Alabama and Mississippi, along with awards for photography, general news reporting and commentary.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
AL Woman Indicted Over Alleged Threat To Shoot Trump At UA Football Game
A woman has been indicted after allegedly threatening to shoot President Donald Trump if he attended the Alabama-Georgia game.
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Tampa, FL|News|
5 Sentenced For Tampa Nightclub Robbery That Left Manager Without Eye
Five Cocoa Beach men have been sentenced to lengthy federal prison terms for their roles in a violent armed robbery.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Beef 'O' Brady's Announces Tuscaloosa Opening Date, Giveaways
Beef 'O' Brady's announced an opening date this week for its new Tuscaloosa location Monday
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Atlanta, GA|News|
Nordstrom Opening New Discount Store In ATL: Here's Where
Luxury department store retailer Nordstrom is opening a new discount store in the Atlanta area this fall.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Nordstrom Opens 3 New Discount Stores In FL: Where To Find Them
Luxury department store retailer Nordstrom has opened three new discount stores in Florida this fall
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Across Florida, FL|News|
FL's Best Public Middle Schools Ranked In New Analysis
Pine View School in Osprey is the best public middle school in Florida.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
These Are The Best Public Middle Schools In GA: U.S. News Ranking
Wadsworth Magnet School for High Achievers in Decatur is the best public middle school in Georgia
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
This Is GA's Favorite Halloween Candy, According To Instacart Orders
The report is based on pre-Halloween Instacart shopping data from October 2025.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
This Is FL's Favorite Halloween Candy, According To Instacart Orders
The report is based on pre-Halloween Instacart shopping data from October 2025.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
NASA At UA Homecoming | Tide Tops Tigers In Exhibition Thriller
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Tide Edges Out Auburn In Preseason Thriller To Finish Exhibition Slate Unbeaten
The Alabama men's basketball team wrapped up its preseason schedule with a dramatic 87-85 victory over in-state rival Auburn on Thursday
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Tuscaloosa|News|
NASA Administrator To Pilot Fighter Jet In Flyover At Alabama Homecoming Game
The flyover planned for Saturday is part of NASA's nationwide Inspiration Tour.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
UA Confirms New Transportation Partner Following First Transit Closure
The University of Alabama has selected Groome Transportation as its new campus transit provider.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Sewell Announces $1M For New Aliceville Police, Fire Department Facility
Sewell pointed out that the funding will help establish a joint public safety building for the two departments
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
AL Health Officials Warn Of Rabies Exposure After Multiple Bat Bites
ADPH is warning residents about an increase in potential rabies exposures after several people were bitten by bats.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Man Injures Self In Shooting | New Tuscaloosa Council Candidate
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Man Accidentally Injures Self In Shooting As Tuscaloosa Police Serve Warrant
TPD said the man's injury was not life-threatening and paramedics responded for treatment.
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Clearwater, FL|News|
7 Students Hospitalized After Pinellas County School Bus Crash: Report
Seven students were taken to local hospitals Wednesday afternoon after a Pinellas County school bus crashed into a pole
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Atlanta, GA|News|
FBI Offers $20K Reward For Suspect In Attempted Arson At Atlanta ICE Building
A suspect is accused of throwing an incendiary device at a federal immigration building in downtown Atlanta Tuesday night.
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