Alabama seeks feedback on updated school counseling model State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey said the department is behind when it comes to guidance for school counselors and it’s time for an update. The new plan is shorter and more concise, and for the first time includes a clear way for schools to review and evaluate their guidance programs.

Alabama seeks feedback on updated school counseling model

5-year-old child struck by vehicle, critically injured in Pensacola A 5-year-old boy was critically injured Tuesday when he was struck by a pickup truck on Valle Escondido Drive in Pensacola, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

5-year-old child struck by vehicle, critically injured in Pensacola

Winn-Dixie leaving Alabama, other states Winn-Dixie, once a staple grocery chain in the South, will no longer operate in most southern states.

Winn-Dixie leaving Alabama, other states

Crash report shows how falling utility pole kills Baldwin County man after tractor hits power line A crash report detailed a deadly incident involving a tractor that happened on October 9th on a stretch of County Road 54 near Daphne

Crash report shows how falling utility pole kills Baldwin County man after tractor hits power line

Fairhope woman arrested for wearing penis costume at protest, police say A Fairhope woman was arrested for wearing a penis costume at a public protest is causing controversy.

Fairhope woman arrested for wearing penis costume at protest, police say

Florida lawmakers file CROWN Act to ban hair discrimination in schools The legislation would ban discrimination based on hair texture and protective styles like braids, twists, and locs.

Florida lawmakers file CROWN Act to ban hair discrimination in schools

GPD: 3 teens arrested, charged with murder following shooting at Gautier apartment complex On Tuesday, officials with the Gautier Police Department announced that three teenagers have been arrested and charged for a fatal shooting at College Villa Apartments on Saturday night.

GPD: 3 teens arrested, charged with murder following shooting at Gautier apartment complex

Florida teens now required to complete free online driver’s ed before getting learner’s permit Before getting behind the wheel, students can now take drivers ed online and it won’t cost them a thing. Bay District Schools is offering the course for free to help students learn the rules of the road early.

Florida teens now required to complete free online driver’s ed before getting learner’s permit

Alabama Public Library Service holds public hearing on proposed gender ideology amendment The Alabama Public Library Service heard from members of the public about an amendment that would classify books discussing gender-related topics as inappropriate.

Alabama Public Library Service holds public hearing on proposed gender ideology amendment

Man convicted of murder sentenced to 30 years in prison Early morning on March 26, 2022, Charles Meeks was shot in the chest while playing pool at Coasters in Fort Walton Beach.

Man convicted of murder sentenced to 30 years in prison

Some of the coolest air of the season to arrive later this week Temperatures will be pleasant tomorrow on your Wednesday.

Some of the coolest air of the season to arrive later this week

Free breast cancer screenings to be offered Friday at FOX10 Studio The exams will take place this Friday, Oct. 24, from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the FOX10 Studios at 1501 Satchel Paige Drive.

Free breast cancer screenings to be offered Friday at FOX10 Studio

Controversy surrounds game cancelation between Carver-Montgomery, Saraland Two area football teams that were set to play each other on Oct. 30 are now on opposite sides of public statements about who canceled the game and why.

Controversy surrounds game cancelation between Carver-Montgomery, Saraland

MCPSS students receive $618 million in college scholarships, officials say The Mobile County Public School System said the class of 2026 scored a record-breaking $618 million in college scholarships.

MCPSS students receive $618 million in college scholarships, officials say

Ribbon cutting for Baldwin County Jail expansion close at hand Exterior work on the jail is all but complete with finishing touches and punch list items wrapping up on the inside.  With the addition of the new cell block tower, the jail will be able to handle around 400 additional inmates.

Ribbon cutting for Baldwin County Jail expansion close at hand

Mobile City Council delays vote on closing bar, seeks possible lesser sanctions Mobile City Council members on Tuesday had a lengthy discussion about a bar targeted for closure by Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s administration and sought a possible intermediate sanction.

Mobile City Council delays vote on closing bar, seeks possible lesser sanctions

Penelope House walk to raise awareness for domestic violence The walk starts at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Herndon-Sage Park at Dauphin Street and Sage Avenue. Attendees are encouraged to wear purple.

Penelope House walk to raise awareness for domestic violence

Saraland pool contractor pleads guilty to theft charge A pool contractor pleaded guilty today to charges related to allegations that he cheated customers in Mobile County.

Saraland pool contractor pleads guilty to theft charge

AltaPointe to test program that gives iPads to patients who frequently call 911 Interim Fire Chief Barry Glisson says 40 patients were taken to the hospital at least 10 times this year. He says one person has called 911 160 times this year.

AltaPointe to test program that gives iPads to patients who frequently call 911

Semmes Police looking for missing woman Semmes Police are seeking the public’s help in locating a missing woman.

Semmes Police looking for missing woman

Sneak peek of Jimmy Buffett exhibit at Mobile museum Jimmy Buffett: The Son of a Son of a Sailor Experience will soon take over part of the National Maritime Museum of the Gulf.

Sneak peek of Jimmy Buffett exhibit at Mobile museum

‘She loved so hard’: Friend remembers murder-suicide victim while police ask for public’s help with the investigation Spanish Fort Police are searching for anyone who may have seen or spoken with Veronomique and Taurean Dubose before their deaths on the Causeway

‘She loved so hard’: Friend remembers murder-suicide victim while police ask for public’s help with the investigation

Pilot reported engine problems before plane crash that killed him and his two daughters, family says New details have emerged regarding the tragic plane crash that took the lives of an Alabama pilot and his two daughters in Montana.

Pilot reported engine problems before plane crash that killed him and his two daughters, family says

Longtime McGill-Toolen president to retire next year The Rev. Bry Shields, longtime president of McGill-Toolen Catholic High School, announced his plans to retire from the position.

Longtime McGill-Toolen president to retire next year

Behind the Counter at Peterbrooke Chocolatier Vanessa stops by Peterbrooke Chocolatier to check out the shop’s lineup of scary-good seasonal treats.

Behind the Counter at Peterbrooke Chocolatier

USMNT: Countdown to the World Cup The United States Men’s National Soccer Team is heating up! For the first time since Coach Mauricio Pochettino’s initial hire, the team is trending in the right direction. Three straight solid performances; wins against Australia, Japan and a tie against Ecuador.

USMNT: Countdown to the World Cup

Woman, minor arrested after drugs, more tossed over Alabama prison facility fence A woman and a minor are under arrest following an attempt to promote contraband at Elmore Correctional Facility, according to the Alabama Department of Corrections.

Woman, minor arrested after drugs, more tossed over Alabama prison facility fence

Grizzlies expect Ja Morant to play in season opener with Pelicans Ja Morant was drafted No. 2 overall by Memphis in 2019, behind Zion Williamson, taken by New Orleans at No. 1 the same year.

Grizzlies expect Ja Morant to play in season opener with Pelicans

Several organizations team up for a job fair in Prichard When the doors opened at the Bill Clark Center, there were several people looking for jobs, and employers looking to fill those positions.

Several organizations team up for a job fair in Prichard

Duncan Commentary: Saints should consider giving Tyler Shough a shot Tyler Shuck waits as the backup quarterback. The Saints drafted Shuck in the second round, and the team needs to evaluate whether he could be the long-term answer at the position.

Duncan Commentary: Saints should consider giving Tyler Shough a shot