Alabama

USA

Alabama executes a man with nitrogen gas for first time

Kenneth Eugene Smith lost two final appeals to the Supreme Court and one to a federal appeals court, arguing the execution was a cruel and unusual punishment.

26/01/2024

Culture news

Culture Re-View: Harper Lee's 'To Kill a Mockingbird' published

On July 11, 1960, the world famous novel was released, instantly captivating readers and cementing its position as a timeless classic in American literature.

11/07/2023

USA

At least six dead after tornado rips through Alabama

The storm damaged homes and left tens of thousands without power in parts of the US South.

13/01/2023

Soul Of The South

Visit Alabama, the birthplace of the Civil Rights Movement

In partnership with GoUSA TV

Alabama is in the heart of the American South and the state is renowned for its Southern hospitality, neighbourly locals, and love of comfort food.

26/12/2022

Soul Of The South

How has the civil rights movement shaped Birmingham, Alabama?

In partnership with GoUSA TV

Euronews takes a trip to Birmingham, Alabama to explore how history has shaped this special southern city. In partnership with Brand USA and Alabama

19/12/2022

Soul Of The South

Why is Alabama the home of the Civil Rights Movement?

In partnership with GoUSA TV

Alabama is the home of Rosa Parks and its cities Montgomery, Selma and Birmingham saw some of the most important events, not just in the Civil Rights Movement, but the world. Here’s why you should visit.

05/12/2022

USA

Amazon workers in US state of Alabama vote against forming a union

Amazon warehouse workers in Bessemer, Alabama, overwhelmingly voted against joining the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union.

10/04/2021

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Deadly tornadoes roar through Alabama

Deadly tornadoes roared through Alabama

26/03/2021

USA

Hurricane Sally hits US south coast bringing damage and flooding

Hundreds of people have been rescued as the hurricane pushed inland for what could be a slow and disastrous drenching across the Deep South.

17/09/2020

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US civil rights icon John Lewis' casket crosses Edmund Pettus Bridge

The late U.S. Rep. John Lewis has crossed Selma's Edmund Pettus Bridge for the final time as remembrances continue for the civil rights icon.

26/07/2020

USA

Outrage at manslaughter charge for woman who lost baby in shooting

An Alabama woman was charged with manslaughter over the death of her unborn child after she was shot in a dispute that police said she started.

28/06/2019

USA

Alabama lawmakers pass sweeping abortion ban

The bill's sponsor in the Alabama House says it's specifically designed to get the US Supreme Court to "revisit their decision on Roe vs. Wade."

15/05/2019

USA

Trump visits areas devastated by deadly tornado

Trump visits areas devastated by deadly tornado

09/03/2019

USA

More than 20 dead as tornadoes rip through Alabama

Rescuers have been searching the debris of destroyed homes for victims, as one county alone reported more tornado deaths than for the whole of the US last year.

04/03/2019

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Northern Alabama pummeled by powerful storms

Felled trees, stripped roofs and power cuts have been reported in parts of northern Alabama.

20/03/2018

USA

Alabama defeat is a sucker punch for Trump

Could Alabama spell trouble for Trump and mark a comeback for the Democrats?e?

13/12/2017