LOCAL NEWS Man Found Dead Near Train Tracks in Theodore Identified; Investigation Ongoing January 26, 2026 The BuzzReport Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) — Mobile police have identified the man found dead early Thursday morning on Smith Street as Thomas Nelson, Jr., 30, authorities confirmed. Nelson’s body was discovered around…
NEWS SPORTS Seahawks to Meet Patriots in Super Bowl LX — Historic Rematch, Stars & Betting Trends January 26, 2026 The BuzzReport (BuzzReport)- The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots are set to renew one of the NFL’s most intriguing rivalries in Super Bowl LX, scheduled for Sunday, February 8, 2026, at…
NEWS POLITICS State Former Congressman Mo Brooks Enters Alabama House District 20 Race After $100K Fundraising Push January 26, 2026 The BuzzReport HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (BuzzReport) — Former U.S. Rep. Mo Brooks has officially entered the race for Alabama House District 20, qualifying Friday after supporters met his challenge to raise $100,000 to…
LOCAL MISSING PERSONS NEWS Search Underway for Missing Monroe County Woman January 26, 2026 The BuzzReport Monroe County, Ala. (BuzzReport)- Authorities and volunteers are urgently searching for a Monroe County woman who was reported missing this week, prompting a large-scale, coordinated response across the Franklin area.…
CRIME LOCAL NEWS Local Dentist Charged with Arson, Insurance Fraud After Months-Long Investigation January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Conecuh County, AL (BuzzReport) — A prominent Evergreen dentist is facing serious felony charges following a lengthy investigation into a mysterious explosion at his dental practice. Dr. Douglas O’Connor has…
ECONOMY LOCAL NEWS State Alabama Power Customers Report Sharp Increases in Electric Bills January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) — Alabama Power customers across Alabama say they are experiencing significant increases in their monthly electric bills, raising concerns about affordability and transparency after previous statements that…
NEWS POLITICS State Reddick Announces Candidacy for Alabama House District 32, Pledges People-First Leadership January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Talladega County, AL (BuzzReport) — David E. Reddick has officially announced his candidacy for the Alabama House of Representatives, District 32, a seat representing parts of Calhoun County and Talladega…
LOCAL NEWS State WEATHER Major Winter Storm Forces Widespread School Closures and Delays Across Alabama January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) — A winter storm of 2026 continues to impact millions across the Southeast and Northeast, prompting widespread school closures, delays, and virtual learning across Alabama on Monday…
NEWS POLITICS State Democrats Field Broad, Competitive Slate as Alabama Qualifying Period Closes January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, Ala. (BuzzReport) — As party qualifying comes to a close, Alabama Democrats are entering the 2026 election cycle with what party leaders describe as one of their strongest and…
LOCAL NEWS POLITICS Baldwin County Democrats Field Strong Slate for Midterm Elections January 25, 2026 The BuzzReport Baldwin County, AL (BuzzReport) — Voters in Baldwin County will have a full roster of Democratic, or “Blue,” choices on their midterm ballots this year, as six candidates have officially…
LOCAL NEWS POLITICS Longtime Corrections Deputy Pamela Laffitte Enters Mobile County Sheriff’s Race January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) — Veteran law enforcement officer and retired corrections sergeant Pamela J. Laffitte has officially entered the race for Mobile County Sheriff, positioning herself as the sole Democratic…
LOCAL NEWS POLITICS Deputy Deshone Holloway, Sr. Enters 2026 Race for Washington County Sheriff January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport Chatom, AL (BuzzReport) — Deshone Holloway, Sr. has officially announced his candidacy for Sheriff of Washington County, launching a 2026 campaign grounded in experience, community roots, and a commitment to…
NEWS POLITICS State Everett W. Wess Announces Candidacy for U.S. Senate in Alabama January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (BuzzReport)— Civil rights attorney, former judge, and longtime public servant Everett W. Wess formally announced today that he is running for the United States Senate from Alabama, launching…
NEWS POLITICS State Democrats Warn Alabama Bill Targets Families, Not Fraud, as Costly Medicaid and SNAP Checks Advance January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BuzzReport) — Alabama Democrats are sounding alarms after a Republican-led Senate committee advanced legislation critics say would spend millions of taxpayer dollars to police assistance programs that already…
LOCAL NEWS Shed Fire Contained Before Spreading to Millry Home January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport MILLRY, Ala. (BuzzReport) — Emergency crews responded early Tuesday morning to a shed fire that threatened a nearby residence in Millry. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene at 1:17 a.m.…
CRIME NEWS REGIONAL Walton High Coach Arrested on Felony Charges Following Student Relationship Allegations January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport WALTON COUNTY, Fla. (BuzzReport) — A Walton High School football and weightlifting coach is facing serious felony charges after an investigation uncovered an alleged inappropriate relationship with a student, according…
LOCAL NEWS POLITICS Candidates Qualify for Washington County Offices Ahead of 2026 Elections January 24, 2026 The BuzzReport Chatom, AL (BuzzReport) — Candidate qualifying for the 2026 Washington County elections has officially closed, setting the field for several county offices as candidates prepare for the upcoming primary elections.…
