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Flash flooding from storms reported in east Ala.

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:53:48 -0400

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama - Forecasters say flash flooding across roads is being reported in eastern Alabama and more could occur as showers and thunderstorms move into the central areas of the state.

Autopsy planned after NASCAR fan's body found

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:38:09 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - An autopsy has been planned for the body of a NASCAR fan who went missing from a campground outside the Talladega Superspeedway, but investigators say they don't suspect foul play in the man's death.

Bethune-Cookman sweeps PGA Minority Collegiate

Sun, 12 May 2013 19:13:30 -0400

PORT ST. LUCIE, Florida - Bethune-Cookman rallied to win the PGA Minority Collegiate Golf Championship on Sunday, and the Wildcats took their record 10th women's title on the first hole of a playoff with Texas-Pan American.

Kenseth passes Busch for 1st Darlington victory

Sun, 12 May 2013 00:22:24 -0400

DARLINGTON, South Carolina - Matt Kenseth is quickly showing how well he fits in at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Newman says hasn't heard from NASCAR

Fri, 10 May 2013 20:16:27 -0400

DARLINGTON, South Carolina - Here's a twist: Ryan Newman is eager to speak with NASCAR officials, but so far has not heard back from them.

State panel reverses turkey season decision

Wed, 08 May 2013 05:37:26 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - A state panel has reversed its decision to close fall turkey season in Alabama after hearing complaints from hunters.

No fine for Ryan Newman's comments

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:41:44 -0400

CONCORD, North Carolina - NASCAR said Tuesday that Ryan Newman will not be fined for his rebuke of NASCAR on live television following a late accident at Talladega.

Busch seeking perfect finish at Darlington

Tue, 07 May 2013 16:22:44 -0400

COLUMBIA, South Carolina - Kurt Busch never stops hoping for the perfect finish at Darlington Raceway.

In The Pits: Should Newman be fined for comments?

Mon, 06 May 2013 17:24:44 -0400

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina - Ryan Newman had to open his checkbook the last time he spoke out at Talladega.

David Ragan steals last-lap victory at Talladega

Sun, 05 May 2013 22:26:36 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Rain and wrecks pushed NASCAR to the edge of darkness Sunday at Talladega Superspeedway, where three of the biggest names in the sport led the field to final flag.

Hamlin starts at Talladega, climbs out at caution

Sun, 05 May 2013 15:06:27 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - The goal at Talladega Superspeedway was to get Denny Hamlin a chance to turn some laps and collect some points.

Regan Smith wins wreck-fest at Talladega

Sat, 04 May 2013 22:14:15 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Regan Smith thought he'd won at Talladega before, only to have a NASCAR ruling go against him.

Edwards gets pole after rain washes out qualifying

Sat, 04 May 2013 14:47:16 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Steady rain Saturday washed out qualifying at Talladega Superspeedway, where the field was set by practice speeds.

Kahne has found a comfortable home at Hendrick

Sat, 04 May 2013 13:17:59 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Kasey Kahne had a full day of work ahead of him at Talladega Superspeedway but his mind was 1,200 miles away.

Denny Hamlin runs 16 laps at Talladega

Fri, 03 May 2013 19:11:13 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Denny Hamlin ran 16 laps at full speed Friday, turned his car over to Brian Vickers and then didn't exactly rule himself out of running a full race this weekend as he recovers from a back injury.

Pastrana captures first career Nationwide pole

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:44:25 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - X Games star Travis Pastrana won his first career pole on the Nationwide Series at Talladega Superspeedway.

Patrick aiming for different type goal at 'Dega

Fri, 03 May 2013 17:15:08 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Danica Patrick knows the importance of having the right equipment and aiming for the openings, however slender.

Denny Hamlin cleared to return at Talladega

Thu, 02 May 2013 20:56:26 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Denny Hamlin received medical clearance Thursday to return this weekend at Talladega Superspeedway.

Alabama's McCarron to drive pace car in Talladega

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:21:06 -0400

TALLADEGA, Alabama - Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron will drive the pace car before NASCAR's Sprint Cup race at Talladega Superspeedway.