SUMMARY: News 5’s Friday morning broadcast, hosted by Shamani Baker and Bill Riy, covers local and national stories. Snow is reported in northern Alabama, with highlights including limited egg supplies in Florida due to bird flu, the upcoming oyster harvesting season in Mississippi, and Mobile Police’s investigation into train fatalities involving homeless individuals. A federal jury ruled against a former fire captain’s discrimination claim, and Mayor Sandy Stemson delivered his final state of the city address, discussing an internet sales tax and future raises for mayors. The hosts engage viewers with a poll on flying Spirit Airlines from Pensacola and encourage audience interaction.

Bird flu is being blamed for he limited egg selection at Publix, Mobile Police say no foul play after three homeless men are hit by a train and Mobile Sandy Stimpson delivers his last State of the City address.

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SUMMARY: Outgoing Century Mayor Luis Gomez has resigned due to health issues, effective Friday, after serving as interim mayor since 2023. Gomez is proud of his contributions, including addressing key issues, completing audits, and improving city services. Alicia Johnson, a council member with two years of experience, will step in as interim mayor. Gomez praises her as the right fit to continue Century’s progress. Johnson plans to focus on upgrading wastewater systems and values the strong community support she’s received. She sees her role as giving back to the town and will serve until a special election in April.

Century Mayor Luis Gomez Jr. submitted his resignation Tuesday evening, which becomes effective Friday.
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SUMMARY: Good morning and happy Thursday! News 5 Now at 8:00 highlights key stories, including the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, attended by roughly 3,000 and featuring a eulogy from President Biden. The Department of Justice plans to release findings on Trump’s election interference, while Alabama will soon drop rabies vaccine pellets from planes. Mobile County Commissioner Connie Hudson announces her candidacy for mayor, and rainy weather leads to the cancellation of this month’s art walk. There’s also a discussion on how often viewers use artificial intelligence, alongside sports commentary on the college football national championship.

Oral rabies vaccine pellets will be dropped in less than three weeks from low flying planes in Alabama, the Mobile Mayor’s race has it first “official” candidate as County Commissioner Connie Hudson announces, and the nation is preparing for the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter

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