Mayor Steven Reed has announced that he will be removing the word interim from the title of two high-ranking City of Montgomery employees. The first, Jerime Reid, will become Montgomery's new permanent chief of staff, while James “Jim” Graboys will be the permanent Chief of Police for MPD.

With severe winter weather closing in, law enforcement officials are reminding the public to prepare their vehicles and practice extra caution on roadways. Additionally, they are informing Alabamians that the adverse weather conditions could result in road closures.

The Mobile Chamber of Commerce has revealed that the city's economy had over $422 million in capital investment and almost 1,400 jobs created in 2024 alone. The numbers have translated into a booming economy that has drawn both businesses and new residents to the Port

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has long been a staunch supporter of cracking down on illegal immigration. On Wednesday, Marshall signed onto a joint statement with twenty other Republican Attorney Generals issuing their praise and full support of President-elect Donald Trump's immigration policies and goals.

On a call with reporters Wednesday morning, Senator Tommy Tuberville was asked if he intends to run for Governor of Alabama in 2026 given new polling showing his clear lead over other potential candidates in the race. 

Senators Katie Britt and John Fetterman joined Fox News on Tuesday in a show of bipartisan support for the Laken Riley Act hours after it passed the House of Representatives.

The world's largest fast-food chain, McDonald's, is making changes to its policies relating to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The move comes after the company was contacted by a conservative commentator informing it that an extensive investigation into its controversial practices would soon be launched.

Irondale Police Department has lost one of its own after a driver struck and killed Lt. Mark Meadows while he directed traffic near the Church of the Highlands on Monday. The veteran law enforcement officer had worked for the department for thirty years and was a beloved member of the local community.

First responders across the state must now undergo either online or in-person training aimed at helping them better serve Alabamians who may have invisible disabilities or sensory needs in a time of need. The new law mandating the one-hour training went into effect on January 1.

Sen. Tommy Tuberville recently helped to launch the Make America Healthy Again caucus. The group will work alongside the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to promote nutrient-rich foods, minimize chronic diseases, prioritize regenerative agriculture, and improve health care.

U.S. Senator Katie Britt is drawing attention to toxic red dye found in a large amount of foods and drinks typically consumed by Americans. The substance is regulated outside the United States, with studies labeling it a carcinogen and some indicating that it causes neurobehavioral issues in children.

The family of a young Auburn University graduate killed early Sunday morning in the terror attack on Bourbon Street in New Orleans has issued a statement following their heartbreaking loss through Senator Katie Britt's office.

It's been a year filled with significant accomplishments and milestones for Katie Britt. During the 118th Congress,  the Senator worked tirelessly to invest in Alabama and its small businesses while also addressing America's border crisis, supporting Alabama families, and strengthening national security.

According to a recent report, the FBI’s Terrorist Explosive Device Analytical Center at Redstone Arsenal will be helping to investigate the explosion of a Tesla Cyber Truck outside Trump Tower in Las Vegas. The incident occurred just hours after a deadly terrorist attack in New Orleans killed fifteen.

A pizza delivery man was fatally shot in Birmingham on New Year's night marking the city's first homicide of 2025. The shooting occurred in the 400 block of Roebuck Drive around 9 p.m. when the victim was making a delivery to a local residence.

Alabama parents can now apply to have their child or children entered into the state's first-ever education savings account program. The goal of the ESA, established by the CHOOSE Act, is to provide parents with increased options for how and where their children are taught. 

A University of Alabama student was killed early Wednesday morning when a truck sped through a large crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans' French Quarter fatally striking at least 15 people and injuring dozens more.

In recent weeks, a growing number of Alabamians have been diagnosed with influenza with many reporting to the emergency room for treatment. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s respiratory illness dashboard, patients with the flu made up over 6% of visits to the hospital statewide last week.

The Albertville High School Aggie Band has been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase the band's talents to millions of Americans on a national stage. In a recent social media post, Dr. Taylor Cash, Director of Bands for Albertville City Schools, said the band will be traveling to Washington to march in the 2025 Presidential Inaugural Parade on Jan. 20.

Governor Kay Ivey has issued a proclamation setting the dates for a special election to fill the newly vacant Senate District Five seat. The position was formerly held by Senate Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper) who has stepped down to become Ivey’s Senior Advisor to Workforce Transformation.

The Board of Directors for Manufacture Alabama has announced a shift in leadership and elected its next chairperson. Karen Johnston, the regional director for government affairs at Toyota North America, will take over the position effective Wednesday.

The National Weather Service is reporting that at least three tornados touched down in Alabama on Saturday evening. The organization said that two EF1s were recorded in Limestone and Lamar counties, and an EF0 was observed in Mobile County.

Former President Jimmy Carter passed away on Sunday in his hometown of Plains, Georgia at the age of 100. Known for rising from humble origins as a peanut farmer to occupying the Oval Office, Carter strove to lead the country in a moral manner.

The Mega Millions jackpot soared to $1.15 billion on Christmas Eve after all tickets purchased failed to match the six numbers drawn. The sum represents the fifth-largest prize of all time. After taxes, the winner or winners are expected to take home roughly $516.1 million in cash.