Abel Abbott

Abel Abbott is an editor and writer at DivingIntoFirst.com, specializing in American League sports, local developments, and U.S. policy news. Known for clear, engaging reporting, he focuses on making complex topics easy to understand while delivering accurate, timely, and reader-focused journalism across multiple news categories.

Is It Illegal to Marry Your Cousin in Alabama Here's What the Law Says

Is It Illegal to Marry Your Cousin in Alabama? Here’s What the Law Says

No, it is not illegal to marry your first cousin in Alabama. Alabama law explicitly permits first-cousin marriages without requiring special permissions, genetic counseling, or ...

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'We're both going to die'  A man wrapped a rope around his ex-wife's neck, beat her with a wooden baseball bat while she lay in bed, and then set the house on fire

‘We’re both going to die’:  A man wrapped a rope around his ex-wife’s neck, beat her with a wooden baseball bat while she lay in bed, and then set the house on fire

An Ohio man has been given a long prison sentence after a brutal attack on his ex-wife that nearly cost her life. Man Sentenced ...

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Does not give a damn about my life After snapping at his lawyer, the man accused of killing a police officer was barred from the courtroom

“Does not give a damn about my life”: After snapping at his lawyer, the man accused of killing a police officer was barred from the courtroom

A Michigan courtroom saw tense moments after a man accused of killing a police officer was removed from his own trial due to disruptive ...

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Practically starved to death In conditions akin to torture, the child sucked the insulation in the walls in an attempt to obtain water; the couple was condemned

“Practically starved to death”: In conditions akin to torture, the child “sucked the insulation in the walls” in an attempt to obtain water; the couple was condemned

A Kentucky couple will spend nearly two decades in prison after being convicted in a disturbing child abuse case that shocked the community. Couple ...

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Following a house fire and explosion in Lexington, a man was federally indicted on firearms charges

Following a house fire and explosion in Lexington, a man was federally indicted on firearms charges

A Lexington man is facing federal charges after an explosion and house fire led investigators to uncover illegal weapons possession. Man Indicted After House ...

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A single-vehicle collision on New Circle Road resulted in one injury

A single-vehicle collision on New Circle Road resulted in one injury

A single-vehicle crash in Lexington caused minor injuries and temporary traffic disruption on one of the city’s busiest roads. Crash on New Circle Road ...

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A Lexington woman was convicted of second-degree animal abuse

A Lexington woman was convicted of second-degree animal abuse

A Lexington woman has been found guilty in an animal cruelty case after a dog was discovered in poor condition during a welfare check. ...

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In the 2A State Tournament, the Lady Bulldogs overcome Clay County

In the 2A State Tournament, the Lady Bulldogs overcome Clay County

Lawrence County had a strong comeback performance at the 2A Softball State Tournament, bouncing back after a close loss earlier in the day. Lawrence ...

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Corbin, 6, was found to have a rare brain tumor called DIPG

Corbin, 6, was found to have a rare brain tumor called DIPG

A Whitley County family is asking for support after their young daughter was diagnosed with a rare and serious brain tumor. The community is ...

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Police say a man is being charged for trying to kidnap a woman

Police say a man is being charged for trying to kidnap a woman

A serious incident in Kentucky has led to the arrest of a man facing multiple charges, including kidnapping and assault. Man Arrested in Kidnapping ...

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