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Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan

Start your morning with the latest news and stories from Alabama. Then, hear the stories behind the stories as Ike Morgan is joined by voices from the AL.com newsroom and beyond for deep dives on pressing topics, news quizzes and a whole lot of fun.

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12:14

Ella Langley's huge hit and thoughts on your survey...

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/10

Today we have updates on the wild politics of Lispcomb, Ala., a big defense contract and Ella Langley reaching dizzying new heights with her latest hit.Then we'll share some of what was reflected in that survey that many of you took last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:46

Drilling leases proposed for Alabama forest

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/09

Today we have oil-drilling leases proposed for the Conecuh National Forest, a sex-trafficking life sentence, and the passing of a Huntsville icon.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:14

The story of Fonzie Andrade

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/07

Here's a link to John Archibald's story on Fonzie Andrade. Today's weekend extra episode features the story of an Alabama man who's been deported and left a fiancé and very young child here. His name is Alfonso Andrade. You'll hear him referred to as "Fonzie," which is what his friends and neighbors in Blount County call him. AL.com's John Archibald put together a heck of a story by actually traveling to Mexico and spending time with this man and his family. At the end, John and host Ike Morgan

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8:27

Dang the torpedoes!

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/06

Last chance to take the audience survey! Today's report will give you a bit of a military fix. We have some defense-contract stuff, the ship showing up for Mardi Gras, and then a boys basketball team that's run into another playoff technical difficulty. I'm Ike Morgan and we're Down in Alabama. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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10:46

Session roundup and Mama Cat

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/05

We have updates on some legislative movement this week.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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7:00

A bill to restrict Alabama's environmental authority

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/04

If you listen to "Down in Alabama" we want to hear your opinions about our podcast and what kind of Alabama news you're seeking.⁠⁠⁠Click here to take the survey⁠⁠⁠ described in this podcast episode. Today we have legislation to restrict what the state can do regarding environmental protection. We also have more politics and what's missing at the Battleship Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:45

Alabama GOP is OK with candidates

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/03

If you listen to "Down in Alabama" we want to hear your opinions about our podcast and what kind of Alabama news you're seeking. ⁠⁠Click here to take the survey⁠⁠ described in this podcast episode. Today we have the latest on the residency issue surrounding the Tuberville and Wahl campaigns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:42

Another residency challenge for another candidate

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/02

If you listen to "Down in Alabama" we want to hear your opinions about our podcast and what kind of Alabama news you're seeking. ⁠Click here to take the survey⁠ described in this podcast episode. On today's report we have another statewide political candidate being challenged on whether or not he really calls Alabama home. Also, a coach has lawyered up after being handcuffed after a basketball game, and Mardi Gras is underway in Mobile. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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6:17

Note to listeners

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/02/01

If you listen to "Down in Alabama" we want to hear your opinions about our podcast and what kind of Alabama news you're seeking. Click here to take the survey described in this podcast episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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22:29

Birmingham's political dust-up

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/30

Today we're going to welcome back reporter Joseph D. Bryant to talk about some pretty frank jousting that's been going on in Birmingham politics. Listen to the call between Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and Jefferson County Commissioner Lashunda Scales Read more from Joseph D. Bryant Also on today's report, we'll have a short state legislative roundup, a weather heads-up and an Alabama teacher who's a finalist for National Teacher of the Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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6:32

Immigration enforcement in Alabama

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/29

We have a couple of immigration-enforcement stories, one involving an arrest of a woman allegedly impeding another arrest, and another story on a bill that would make it easier for local law to make immigration arrests.Also, we have an update on a school board that had been taken over by the state, and the cost of using a new STAR ID alternative. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:30

An official challenge to Tuberville's residency

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/28

Today we have an official challenge filed regarding Tommy Tuberville's residency status as the gubernatorial campaign kicks into gear.Also we have a couple of lawmaking updates and the passing of a Methodist preacher. Plus, the quick story of an Alabama who became Lincoln's pick for a Reconstruction-era governor in Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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11:10

A Jan. 6-related measure, beach 'takeovers' and Alice...

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/27

Remember when Tommy Tuberville said he was going to sue the heck out of the Biden Administration over his phone records and the Jan. 6 investigation? A lot has happened regarding the law that allows him to do had he chose to proceed, so we'll catch up on that. Also, things have gotten so bad in Lipscomb that volunteers are working the sanitation route. We'll also touch on a pre-emptive warning from law enforcement in Panama City Beach. That's an Alabama story, to me, because of unfortunate ties we

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7:04

Public vs. private and high school sports

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/26

On today's report: A big change in high school sports classifications, a potential ban on a reading-education practice, and the passing of longtime outdoors reporter Mike Bolton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:21

'Mud dumping' or not?

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/23

Today the report will include some weather, the school-bus-driver shortage, an election deadline and what they're doing with the dirt they dredge out of the Port of Mobile channel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:37

The best winter-weather prep, just in case

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/22

Today we're talking about about weather, a Birmingham political rivalry and a Lower Alabama moonshine bust.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:27

Tuberville trusts Trump

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/21

We'll let you know where presumptive GOP nominee for governor Tommy Tuberville said regarding President Trump and Greenland.Also, last year was a record for economic development. And a BIrmingham-based company wins a big civil case related to its work in Colombia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:30

A done deal, or just getting started?

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/20

What does President Trump's endorsement of Barry Moore mean for a crowded Senate field, a police chief wants people to be more responsible on social media, and a familiar friend will be returning to school lunchrooms soon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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9:02

A presidential endorsement

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/19

President Trump picks his man for the Republicans in the U.S. Senate, a fight is brewing over Internet taxes, and some jobs in Alabama are among the best paid in the nation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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8:46

Keep your hands to yourself

Down in Alabama with Ike Morgan ·

2026/01/16

A new law would make it a felony to attack an elected official, a beloved symbol of Alabama is making a comeback, while the secrets of another Alabama icon are coming to light a decade after her death. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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