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FBI Seeks Suspect In Attempted Arson At Alabama Islamic Center
The FBI is asking for the public's help identifying a suspect in an arson investigation at the Gadsden Islamic Society
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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.
Emails news tips or feedback to ryan.phillips@patch.com or call 205-361-7714.
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
FAA Orders Nationwide Ground Stop, Halting Flights Across Southeast
Travelers faced widespread disruptions Friday afternoon after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop
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FAA Orders Nationwide Ground Stop, Halting Flights Across Southeast
Travelers faced widespread disruptions Friday afternoon after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
FAA Orders Nationwide Ground Stop, Halting Flights Across Southeast
Travelers faced widespread disruptions Friday afternoon after the Federal Aviation Administration ordered a nationwide ground stop
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Brookwood Double Murder Suspect Charged In Third Killing After Remains Found In Tuscaloosa
A man already accused of killing two people in Brookwood in July now faces a third murder charge
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Tuscaloosa|News|
State Report Cards For Area School Systems | Death Investigation At Apartment Complex
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Tuscaloosa County School System Earns Record Marks On State Report Card
TCSS announced Thursday that it earned its highest score in district history on the 2026 Alabama State Education Report Card
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Tuscaloosa City Schools Earns Highest-Ever Score On State Report Card
TCS announced Thursday that it has earned its highest score in district history on the 2026 Alabama State Report Card.
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Death Investigation Underway At Tuscaloosa Apartment Complex
The Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit is actively conducting a death investigation at River Road Apartments.
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
AL Infant Mortality Rate Rises, Remains Well Above National Average
Alabama's infant mortality rate increased in 2025, remaining significantly higher than the national average
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Longtime Magazine Director Retires | Flu In AL Ahead Of Thanksgiving
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Across Florida, FL|News|
'Malcolm In The Middle' Star Frankie Muniz Hospitalized After Daytona Crash
Actor-turned-NASCAR driver Frankie Muniz was hospitalized after crashing during a practice session at Daytona International Speedway.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
'HELP US': Child's Desperate Message Spotted By Police Drone During FL Standoff
A frightening domestic disturbance in Central Florida ended peacefully after police used a drone to locate children hiding inside a home.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
Historic SS United States To Be Sunk Off FL Coast: Watch Live
One of the most famous ocean liners in American history will be intentionally sunk off Florida's Gulf Coast on Wednesday
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Tide QB Keelon Russell Named Semifinalist For Walter Camp Player Of The Year
The postseason award nominations are stacking up for Alabama quarterback Keelon Russell.
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Across Alabama, AL|News|
Flu On The Rise In AL Ahead Of Thanksgiving: What To Know
Influenza is increasing in Alabama just as families prepare to gather for Thanksgiving
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Tuscaloosa|News|
Alabama Heritage Director Rebecca Todd Minder To Retire After 45-Year Career
Rebecca Todd Minder, director of Alabama Heritage magazine at the University of Alabama, has announced plans to retire at the end of 2026
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
GA Spot Among Top 25 New Restaurants In America, Food Writers Say
Food writers are “infatuated” with one Georgia restaurant.
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Across Florida, FL|News|
3 FL Spots Among Top 25 New Restaurants In America, Food Writers Say
Food writers are “infatuated” with three Florida restaurants.
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Across Georgia, GA|News|
Veterans Day 2026 Free Meals, Discounts And Deals In GA
GA veterans and active-duty military members can take advantage of free meals, discounted groceries, complimentary haircuts and other deals
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