As reported by WKRG News, the technology company, Provalus, announced today that it plans to invest $6.5 million on a flagship facility in Brewton. Provalus is part of the Atlanta-based tech firm, Optomi. Created to provide an alternative to overseas outsourcing of business functions, Provalus’ goal is to bring tech jobs back to the U.S. […]

As reported by WRBL news, early Wednesday morning, after an 18-month investigation, 26 suspected drug traffickers were arrested as part of a joint federal, state, and local police operation. The investigation began after the Auburn Police reached out to the DEA about an influx of drugs they observed entering the city. Upon further investigation, state […]

As reported by ABC 33/40 News, the University of Alabama is installing technology on campus that could help prevent an active shooter tragedy. As summer comes to a close and students start returning to Tuscaloosa, campus police are preparing to launch the ShotSpotter system throughout campus. The ShotSpotter is an early warning detection system that […]

The Mobile County Health Department has issued a press release reporting the positive detection of a mosquito virus that is deadly to animals and humans. Commonly referred to as sleeping sickness, Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) is the virus that’s been detected in Mobile County. EEE is a zoonotic virus, and while it can be deadly […]

The University of Alabama has announced a two-year contract extension for head basketball coach Avery Johnson. As reported by ESPN, the new extension, which was approved by the Alabama board of trustees’ compensation committee, will keep Johnson behind the wheel till at least 2023 with an annual salary of $2.9 million. Before taking over the […]

Madison County Senior Prosecutor Jay Town has been confirmed by the Senate to serve as U.S. Attorney for Alabama’s Northern District. In his short career, Town has been a driving force in the legal profession. One of his largest accomplishments before his appointment came from his push to streamline Alabama’s death penalty appeals process, which […]

As reported by WKRG News, the city of Mobile has approved a creative court cost payment plan for those convicted of offenses. Per Mayor Sandy Stimpson’s office, people convicted of crimes in Mobile will have the option of paying their court cost out of pocket or completing community service. At a rate of $10 per […]

As reported by The Associated Press, Alabama’s Jeff Sessions will apparently keep his job as the U.S. Attorney General, despite the President’s recent flurry of attacks. Late Wednesday night, newly appointed Chief of Staff John Kelly phoned Sessions, according to sources close to the administration. Among several topics discussed, the primary purpose of the call […]

In this morning’s early hours, the U.S. Air Force launched an unarmed Minuteman III intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) from Vandenberg Air Force Base, Calif., that blazed some 4,000 miles over the Pacific in the fourth successful test this year of its strategic deterrent missile systems. As reported by Fox News, the U.S. Air Force said […]

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson announced big news for the Port City in a press conference held at Mobile’s Regional Airport. Shortly after his plane touched down from a trip to Miami, Mayor Stimpson informed the public that he had reached a formalized agreement with Carnival Cruise Line that will extend their commitment to keep a […]

As reported by WKRG News, Governor Kay Ivey has announced increased funding to help support Alabama Law Enforcement Agencies. Earlier this week Gov. Ivey met with Alabama law enforcement leaders in Orange Beach, Al. After listening to various safety concerns expressed by state leaders, Ivey announced that she would grant $1.8 million to help combat […]

It’s easy to forget about old crimes unless you, a family member, or a close friend were the victims. To those people, these cold cases are very important, and they’re important to us all because the criminals who committed them are still on the loose., posing a potential threat to us all. As Alabama Attorney […]

As reported by Alabama News Center, Business Facilities magazine, a publication focused on economic development, has showered many Alabama cities with high praise. Included in their annual ranking report, Business Facilities pegged Huntsville as the nation’s top metro area in aerospace/defense. As part of their annual growth metrics, they cited the concentration of aerospace engineers […]

As reported by the Washington Times, Rep. Bradley Byrne says Congress will continue to do their job regardless of the upheaval surrounding the White House in recent days. “What’s happening over at the White House seems to be the stuff that’s happening internally. And I can tell you when I go home and talk to […]

As reported by WTXL News, an Alabama man has been arrested Tallahassee, FL, for enticing a minor for sex acts and transmitting pornography to a minor via an electronic device. According to police, Brian Patrick Donald, 40, of Theodore, AL, made contact with an undercover officer he believed to be a 13-year-old child. After initiating […]

As reported by WKRG New, Scottsboro police have arrested 58-year-old Michael Dave Barnes for the manufacture and possession of child pornography. Barnes, an Alabama Corrections officer at the Limestone Correctional Facility, has been charged with 14 counts of production of pornography with minors and 14 counts of possession of child pornography. At the moment, Barnes […]

As reported by ABC News, with the four fatalities since January 2017 has become a deadly year for the Alabama prison system. Earlier this week at Elmore Correctional Facility, inmate Timothy Robertson, 47, was killed in the prison yard. Video evidence has led prison officials to believe that Robertson was attacked by fellow inmate Jason […]

For years Rodney Smith has been helping the people of Alabama, and when his time of need came, the people of Alabama stepped up to help him. Huntsville man, Rodney Smith Jr. is the founder of Raising Men Lawn Care Service. Unlike most lawn services around, he’s not worried about money, only people. According to […]

According to authorities, an incredibly brave 7-year-old Russellville girl showed extraordinary courage in coming to the aid of her older sister who was being sexually assaulted. U.S. News reports that Franklin County Sheriff Shannon Oliver recounted the events that led to the 7-year-old’s brave actions in the Pleasant Ridge trailer part of Russellville. Sheriff Oliver […]

While speaking at the Economic Development Association of Alabama’s summer conference, Gov. Ivey touted infrastructure and education as two critical areas that Alabama must address. When speaking of what must be done about Alabama’s aging infrastructure, Gov. Ivey said, “Just as pre-K is a solid foundation for our children, a robust infrastructure is foundational for […]

The Senate Armed Service Committee recently released the National Defense Authorization Act to the full Senate. In the act, the Senate proposed decreased funding to Navy ships built by Austal USA, in Mobile, Al. For the last several years Mobile has been the manufacturing location of the littoral combat ship (LCS). LCS is a small […]

Charles Clarence Stacey, 87, and Mary Lue Daw, 66, were arrested in Atmore after the two allegedly forced Daw’s 13-year-old granddaughter to engage in sexual acts with them. The incident occurred after Daw invited her granddaughter over to her home with the plan of setting up a sexual encounter. According to police, Stacey threatened the […]

According to The New York Times, Hoover, Al is home to one of the Secret Service’s National Computer Forensics Institute training centers. While guarding the President is the most highlighted job of the Secret Service, they also play a critical role in protecting the nation against cyber crime. At the facility in Hoover, Secret Service […]

Two Maids and a Mop, a local cleaning service, is using an innovative approach to help Alabamians struggling with cancer. Partnering with Cleaning for a Reason, a non-profit cleaning organization, Two Maids and a Mop provides free house cleaning to women battling cancer. Autumn Thompson, a member of Two Maids and a Mop, says that […]