SUMMARY: Walmart announced price increases due to tariffs, impacting its ability to keep prices low. A man, Jerry Land, was arrested for causing panic at a Little League game by threatening an umpire and claiming he would retrieve a gun. A Florida appeals court ruled a law allowing minors to get an abortion without parental consent unconstitutional. Alabama’s Governor Ivey signed a bill increasing legal protections for police officers. Mobile city leaders will discuss the South McGregor Avenue rebuild project, expected to finish by the year’s end. The question of the day focused on staying cool in hot temperatures.

Walmart raises prices due to tariffs, the man wanted for causing a panic at a little league ballpark has been arrested, and South McGregor Avenue to get a roundabout.

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SUMMARY: Governor Kay Ivey signed the controversial “Back the Blue” bill, which increases legal protections for police officers. The bill sets standards for use of force and provides immunity hearings for officers. Supporters, including Republicans, argue it ensures law enforcement is protected, while opponents, such as State Senator Roger Smitherman, contend it undermines citizens’ rights and disproportionately targets Black communities. Critics, including activist Carl McClure, argue the bill reinforces systems that criminalize and harm marginalized groups. The bill specifies that officers will not be charged unless their actions violate constitutional rights, a provision that has sparked significant debate.

Gov. Ivey signs controversial ‘Back the Blue’ bill protecting police while striping people’s rights

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SUMMARY: Decatur City Schools Superintendent Michael Douglas addressed the impact of a recent tax settlement requiring repayment of around $700,000 to a major company, Exelon, following a lawsuit over improper tax assessments in 2021-2022. The funds, already spent by the district, equal the salary of 10 teachers. Douglas expressed frustration, concerned other companies might make similar claims, and noted Decatur was not part of the lawsuit, limiting their input on the settlement. Despite the financial hit, the district plans to avoid layoffs by carefully managing funds. Morgan County and Hartselle schools are also affected by the repayment obligation.

Several school systems in Morgan County are trying to figure out how to re-pay money that was previously allotted to them, after a tax lawsuit settlement.

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