SUMMARY: A Batry police officer, BJ Squire’s III, is under investigation for alleged sexual misconduct with underage girls, with allegations spanning over 10 years. Following recent accusations, law enforcement executed a search warrant at his home in Midtown Mobile to gather evidence. Squire’s was taken into custody during the search. While he is presumed innocent until proven guilty, the allegations have raised significant concern. As of now, Squire’s has not been formally arrested or charged. Investigations continue, with updates to follow from WKRG News 5’s Haley Kennedy at the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office.

Mobile County deputies served a search warrant at the home of a Bayou La Batre police officer on Wednesday.
FULL STORY: https://trib.al/IqN1oM7

Source

SUMMARY: Residents of Morgan County have a final opportunity this month to win a free weather radio from the Emergency Management Agency (EMA). The EMA has been sharing preparedness tips and a weekly question on its Facebook page, where participants can answer to enter the giveaway. Today‘s question is available on their page. This initiative encourages community engagement in safety measures. The winner will be announced soon.

Today is the last chance for people in Morgan County to win a free weather radio form the Emergency Management Agency.

News 19 is North Alabama’s News Leader! We are the CBS affiliate in North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley since November 28, 1963.

https://whnt.com/
https://www.facebook.com/whntnews19
https://www.instagram.com/whntnews19/
https://twitter.com/whnt

Source

SUMMARY: Hurricane Helene is intensifying, with pressure at 974 mb and winds steady at 85 mph, expected to exceed 90 mph by 10 PM. Heavy thunderstorms are forming around its eye, indicating rapid strengthening. Predictions suggest it could reach a high-end Category 4 by the time it approaches Florida’s Gulf Coast late tomorrow. Significant storm surge, potentially up to 20 feet, is anticipated in Apalachee Bay. East Alabama might experience strong winds, leading to possible airport ground stops. Heavy rain is expected in eastern Alabama Friday, particularly in Cherokee and surrounding counties, tapering off into the weekend.

#alabama #weather #hurricane #storm #rain #forecast #weatherupdate #florida

Source