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Foley man wins Race to the Finish as Kyle Larson gets first win of 2025 Xfinity Series at Bristol

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-04-14 23:01:45

SUMMARY: Kyle Larson dominated the 2025 Xfinity Series race at Bristol, leading 277 of 300 laps and claiming his first win of the season. Despite a few scary moments, Larson maintained control, finishing with only 12 cars on the lead lap. He also won the Cup Series race on Sunday. James Livingston from Foley won a NASCAR hat in a prediction contest, joining 11 others in a chance to win tickets to the NASCAR Xfinity Championship in Phoenix. The Xfinity Series will return to Rockingham for Easter weekend, with Casey Kane making his return to racing.

Kyle Larson started on the pole at Bristol and ended Saturday’s race in victory lane.
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Mobile Arena management CEO indicted on federal charges

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-07-10 16:19:56

SUMMARY: The CEO of Oak View Group (OVG), hired to manage Mobile’s new arena, was indicted on federal conspiracy charges linked to bid-rigging in another city. Despite this, Mobile officials say the arena project remains unaffected and on schedule for early 2027 completion. OVG secured a 22-year contract in February to manage the new Mobile Arena, the Mobile Convention Center, and the Saenger Theatre, receiving $400,000 annually for operations, maintenance, and event booking. The City of Mobile confirmed no bidding was involved in contract selection, and a local OVG team now oversees these venues.

The head of the company hired to manage the new Mobile Arena is facing federal charges.

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Mobile first responders bring home medals from World Police and Fire Games

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www.youtube.com – WKRG – 2025-07-09 22:19:42

SUMMARY: Mobile first responders excelled at the recent World Police and Fire Games in Birmingham, an Olympic-style event featuring over 60 sports with participants from 70+ countries. Mobile Police Officer Defferey Hollis won gold in the challenge ride and bronze in the slow ride, while Officer Josh Hart earned silver in the challenge ride, benefiting from local barricade-handling skills. Mobile Firefighter Collin Bryan placed fourth in the triathlon despite a broken foot sustained just weeks prior. The Games have been held biennially since 1985, uniting over 80,000 first responders worldwide. The team from Mobile aims for more victories at the next event in Perth, Australia.

At the World Police and Fire Games, first responders from all over the world competed in Olympic-style events. Several Mobile first responders represented the United States, bringing home medals.

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Pediatrician Discusses MMR Vaccine Amid High Measles Case Numbers | July 9, 2025 | News 19 at 6 p.m.

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www.youtube.com – WHNT News 19 – 2025-07-09 19:21:13

SUMMARY: Measles cases in the U.S. have surged to levels not seen since the 1990s, following increased vaccine skepticism after the COVID-19 pandemic. Pediatrician Dr. William Van Cleave emphasizes the MMR vaccine’s safety and effectiveness, noting two doses provide up to 96% protection. This year, children 19 and younger make up the majority of measles cases, with three reported deaths. Despite no cases in Alabama, neighboring states like Tennessee and Georgia have seen outbreaks. Concerns about vaccine side effects have grown, even influencing federal vaccine board changes. Dr. Van Cleave urges vaccination, especially as school increases exposure to illnesses.

Measles cases in the U.S. have reached a more than 30-year high

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