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APM Terminals Mobile to expand rail facility

APM Terminals Mobile is expanding its rail infrastructure to meet the demand for increased supply chain gateway options and inland rail logistics by building a rail facility. The expansion includes additional tracks, railyard storage space, and improved access from the berth at the Mobile location. These additions and improved accessibility will promote productivity and safety, […]

Tuberville against 'radical abortion agenda'

Yesterday, Senator Tuberville gave a speech on the Senate floor speaking out against what he has called the "Democrats radical abortion agenda."

Super Bowl all-female flyover has Alabama connections

The Super Bowl has had a tradition for many years of military flyovers before the big game. However, this years flyover was different.

Tuberville, Britt oppose Biden student loan plan

Senator Tuberville and 67 other legislators, from both the House and Senate, are asking the Biden Administration not to enact a proposed Income Driven Repayment (IDR) rule that would slash the amount of debt student loan holders owe throughout the country by 40%.

Eagle Award winners recognized at Lake Guntersville

Recently, at Lake Guntersville State Park, 11 Eagle Award winners were recognized for their outstanding contributions in supporting the Alabama State Parks at Eagle Awareness Weekend.

In what is being described as possibly the best shot on the Auburn basketball court all season, an Auburn student sunk a 94-foot putt during a timeout in the second half of a game to win a brand new car.

UA named Fulbright Top Producer

The University of Alabama was recently recognized as a "Top Producing Institution for Fulbright U.S. Student Awards.

Medallion program encourages hiring veterans

Governor Ivey and Fitzgerald Washington, Secretary of the Alabama Department of Commerce, are encouraging employers throughout the state to hire veterans.

Tuberville advocates for rural broadband

Senator Tommy Tuberville is part of a bipartisan and bicameral group of legislators that want to ensure rural areas have reliable access to broadband.

Britt 'hits the ground running' in first month

Senator Katie Britt has officially finished her first month in office. To say Britt had a productive first month would be understatement.

Ivey touts 'record breaking success' in exports

Today in Montgomery, Governor Kay Ivey heralded Alabama's newly set annual record of export sales.

Wingin' it! Super Bowl staple 'cheepest' in decade

Millions of people throughout the country will watch Super Bowl LVII on Sunday when the Kansas City Chiefs play the Philadelphia Eagles to decide which team is the reigning NFL champions.

Auburn sets school record for applications

Auburn University has set a new school record. Freshmen applications for the university in fall of 2023 reached an all time high for the university with a record of 48,000 applicants.

Tuberville leads effort to block VA abortion rule

Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and Representative Michael Cloud(R-TX-27) helped to lead over 65 fellow legislators in both the Senate and House to introduce a joint resolution of disapproval.

Faith leaders seek independent review on executions

170 faith leaders throughout the state drafted and sent a letter to Governor Kay Ivey yesterday asking for an independent review in Alabama's execution procedures.

Auburn's Lee achieves 'phenomenal accomplishment'

Auburn's Suni Lee ,19, is already well known throughout the world of gymnastics both at the collegiate level and at an Olympic level.

Alexander City, Alabama has been nominated by 10best.com, a USA TODAY affiliate, for the best small, southern town award.

AG: Failed execution not 'cruel or unusual'

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is arguing against a lawsuit that says that inmate Kenneth Eugene Smith suffered "cruel and unusual punishment" during a failed lethal injection attempt last November.

Tuberville joins legislation to protect gun rights

Senator Tommy Tuberville has signed onto two bills that are designed to protect Alabamians and Americans 2nd amendment rights. The two pieces of legislation will be known as the "Stop Harassing Owners of Rifles Today Act"(SHORT Act) and the "Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act."

Grant program to aid sheriffs

Monday, Governor Kay Ivey announced that sheriffs' departments throughout the state of Alabama will begin receiving funds quarterly.

Freeze experiencing recruiting success at Auburn

Auburn Football fans may have something to be excited about.Hugh Freeze, Auburn's new head coach, has had a large amount of success in recruiting new talent to the Plains.

Steele named defensive coordinator for Tide

The University of Alabama has announced that Kevin Steele, the former University of Miami defensive coordinator, will be joining the Crimson Tide as the teams new defensive coordinator. Steele is replacing Pete Golding, who will now be at Ole Miss.

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees met on Friday to advance initiatives that will help to propel the system into the future.

Tommy Rees named new Alabama offensive coordinator

Tommy Rees, former Notre Dame offensive coordinator, is expected to be the new offensive coordinator for the Crimson Tide. Reese will replace Bill O'Brien, who is leaving for the NFL.