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Rocky Myers on death row for 30 years despite intellectual disability, trial irregularities

Lawyers for a death row inmate in the US state of Alabama say his execution could happen any day, even though they believe he was wrongfully convicted. Rocky Myers, who has an intellectual disability, is a Black man who was convicted by an overwhelmingly White jury of the murder of…

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Accidental champion Deontay Wilder was the American dream misunderstood

The Alabaman who started boxing at 21 to pay for his daughter’s medical care went further than anyone could have imagined. Too few people appreciated what he brought to the table

The Guardian - US

Deontay Wilder’s Latest Loss Should Mark the End of a Complicated Career

The Alabama native was a fearsome heavyweight for much of his career, but Saturday’s defeat to Zhilei Zhang is another dent in his legacy.

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Alabama double killer becomes first death-row inmate put to death in state since nitrogen execution

Jamie Ray Mills, 50, was executed by lethal injection on Thursday

The Independent UK

US Labor Department sues Hyundai, suppliers in Alabama over alleged child employment

The U.S. Department of Labor wants a federal judge to prevent Hyundai and two other Alabama companies from what the government contends is the illegal employment of children

The Independent UK

Lab-grown meat isn't on store shelves yet, but some states have already banned it

Lab-grown meat is not currently available in any U.S. grocery stores or restaurants

The Independent UK

Alabama To Execute Convicted Killer Of Elderly Couple

Alabama prepares to execute Jamie Ray Mills for the brutal 2004 murder of an elderly couple, despite ongoing legal battles and claims of misconduct.

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After nation's 1st nitrogen gas execution, Alabama set to give man lethal injection for 2 slayings

Alabama is set to execute a man convicted of bludgeoning an elderly couple to death 20 years ago to steal prescription drugs and $140 from their home

The Independent UK

Ex-Lions DT Isaiah Buggs charged with animal cruelty

Ex-Lions DT Isaiah Buggs charged with animal cruelty dealing with dogs on his property in Alabama

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UAW seeks new election at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama after losing vote

United Auto Workers filed petition Friday, accusing company of ‘relentless’ campaign including firings and captive-audience meetings

The Guardian - US

UAW files objection to Mercedes vote, accuses company of intimidating workers

The United Auto Workers on Friday accused Mercedes of interfering in last week's union election at two Alabama factories

The Independent UK

Post-spring College Football Playoff predictions

We project five SEC teams including the Georgia Bulldogs to make the College Football Playoff in our 12-team playoff predictions

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Senators Cruz And Britt Introduce IVF Protection Legislation

Texas Senator Cruz and Alabama Senator Britt discuss Trump trial and IVF legislation, highlighting protection for families and access to technology.

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Wenonah HS in Alabama retires No. 50 jersey of Jets star Quinnen Williams

Jets star Quinnen Williams received a huge honor from his Alabama high school

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United Auto Workers’ defeat at Mercedes’ Alabama plants underscores challenges for organized labor in Southern states

A majority of the workers at two Mercedes plants near Tuscaloosa, Alabama, rejected an opportunity to join the United Auto Workers union in an election that concluded on May 17, 2024.

Latin Times

Latino migrants among minors found in Alabama poultry plant belonging to company with troubled history

Mar-Jac Poultry denied it knowingly hired minors for its plant. However, it also saw the death of a Guatemalan teenager in a Mississippi plant last year

The Guardian - US

Alabama poultry plant could be closed for 30 days for allegedly hiring minors

At least two children have already been killed while working in Mar-Jac Poultry plants in the US south over the last year

The Guardian - US

Blow to UAW as Mercedes workers in Alabama vote against unionization

Workers in Tuscaloosa vote against bid to unionize, as UAW president Shawn Fain hails impact of campaign despite defeat

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Mercedes workers vote no to union. UAW says they were illegally intimidated

More than 5,000 Mercedes-Benz workers who build luxury SUVs in Alabama were eligible to vote on whether to join the UAW. Workers faced intense anti-union messaging from Mercedes in the run-up.

The Independent UK

BMW plant workers in Alabama reject unionization and deal blow to UAW’s expansion hopes

The official count was announced on Friday afternoon

International Business Times

Mercedes In Alabama To Learn If They Will Join US Union

Workers at Mercedes-Benz's Alabama business are expected to learn Friday if they will shift into a union shop, following a contentious federally-administered election.

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UAW Influence Tested In Alabama Mercedes-Benz Factory Union Vote

The UAW's efforts to unionize the Mercedes-Benz plant in Alabama spark debate on labor relations and industry impact.

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UAW Faces Crucial Vote At Mercedes-Benz Factories In Alabama

The UAW faces a critical unionization vote at Mercedes plants in Alabama, impacting future organizing efforts in the automotive industry.

The Independent UK

UAW's push to unionize factories in South faces latest test in vote at 2 Mercedes plants in Alabama

The United Auto Workers union faces the latest test of its ambitious plan to unionize auto plants in the historically nonunion South when a vote ends at two Mercedes-Benz factories near Tuscaloosa, Alabama

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Here's what's holding back Medicaid expansion in Mississippi and other Southern states

More than a million people could get health care if these states would pass laws expanding Medicaid. Most residents want the expansion but entrenched politics stands in the way.

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