More than four years after Alabama legalized medical cannabis, the product remains unavailable, but an administrative hearing process may finally clear the way for licenses to be awarded. WHNT reported that the long-running disputes over medical cannabis facility licenses could soon be addressed through a formal process led by former Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice […]

The Montgomery Police Department held a press conference on Tuesday to address a string of violent incidents over the past week and outline ongoing efforts to reduce crime in the city. Chief of Police James Grayboys opened the briefing by acknowledging the purpose of the event. “One of the things I’m going to be talking […]

Something new is coming to Alabama’s weather world. In a video message posted to The Alabama Weather Network’s platforms, James Spann announced the launch of a new 24/7 digital weather channel dedicated to serving all 67 counties of Alabama. This is welcome news to many Alabamians. “This is James Spann, Chief Meteorologist for ABC 33/40 […]

The City of Mountain Brook has joined the City of Tuscaloosa in a lawsuit challenging Alabama’s current method of distributing revenue from the state’s Simplified Sellers Use Tax (SSUT). Tuscaloosa approved filing the lawsuit at its July 2 meeting, and the Mountain Brook City Council voted unanimously to join during its meeting on July 15. […]

Alabama is considering joining 10 other states pursuing legislation to ban the use of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for purchasing candy and soda. The proposed change comes as part of a growing national debate over whether taxpayer-funded food assistance should cover sugary and high-fat foods. State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) announced he will […]

Briarwood Presbyterian Church has officially named Rev. Dr. John Scott Redd Jr. as its next senior pastor, making him just the third full-time senior pastor to lead the church since its founding 65 years ago. According to AL.com, the church’s congregation voted to call Redd on June 15, and the Evangel Presbytery formally approved his appointment during a […]

Birmingham’s Powell Steam Plant, built in the 1800s, will now be repurposed to power individuals often overlooked in society by providing them with entertainment experiences designed for their individual needs. KultureCity plans to preserve the site’s history while also creating a new vision to enrich the lives of this deserving population. KultureCity, a Birmingham-born nonprofit […]

Gov. Kay Ivey announced that the first group of Alabama rescue workers arrived in Texas today to assist with disaster relief efforts. Yellowhammer News reported last week that Governor Kay Ivey announced the deployment of a 40-person Alabama search and rescue team to assist Texas following devastating floods that killed more than 100 people. That […]

Chris Beeker III, a Tuscaloosa Republican and native of Greene County, currently serving in Place 2 of the Alabama Public Service Commission, announced Monday that he is now seeking a full term. Beeker was appointed to the commission by Gov. Kay Ivey in 2024, succeeding his father, Chip Beeker. His campaign is promoting public service […]

Two young ladies from Madison, Alabama, have important plans for today. For the third year in a row, Maelin-Kate Carlson and her best friend, Landri Kruse, will operate a neighborhood lemonade stand to support the important work at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The stand will be open at the Heritage Station Subdivision Pool area, […]

Alabama continues to stand out as one of the most affordable states in the nation, with 10 of its counties ranking among the 50 least expensive counties to live in, according to a new report from 24/7 Wall Street. The report, “Where $50,000 Goes Furthest: America’s 50 Least Expensive Counties to Live In,” analyzed counties […]

The Alabama State Board of Education took another step this week toward implementing a statewide policy aimed at reducing vaping among public school students. The policy comes in response to growing concerns about the health effects of vaping on young people and the increasing number of students caught using e-cigarettes on school property. According to […]

 A mother and son have been arrested in connection with a fire that destroyed the Walker County Public Defender’s Office in downtown Jasper early Saturday morning. The Jasper Police Department held a press conference on Thursday to announce the arrests of 19-year-old Joseph Cole Whitten Kolachuk and his mother, 42-year-old Amanda Jo Howard Kulichok, on […]

Alabama students made measurable gains in reading and showed signs of improvement in math during the 2024–25 school year, according to statewide test results presented at the State Board of Education’s July 9 work session. State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey said the progress reflects the ongoing efforts of teachers and schools, while acknowledging the persistent […]

Through the passage of a resolution earlier this year, the Alabama Legislature officially renamed a one-mile portion of U.S. Highway 231 in Brundidge as the James T. Ramage III Highway in honor of the longtime mayor. Ramage was honored with a surprise celebration attended by more than 100 people on July 8, including family, friends, […]

The Alabama Attorney General’s office argued this week that a former Decatur police officer charged with fatally shooting a man during a dispute over a vehicle repossession should not be granted immunity before trial. Attorney General Steve Marshall stated in a court brief that a lower court was correct in denying former officer Mac Marquette’s […]

At Monday night’s Tarrant City Council meeting, a longtime resident used her final public comments to criticize city leaders, thank them for forcing her to educate herself on municipal government, and leave them with a pointed gesture. Jackie Beltaine addressed the council during the public comment period, saying their dysfunction taught her more about government […]

Residents in Wilcox County, one of Alabama’s poorest, say they are struggling to keep up with an unexpected, sharp increase in their water bills. In Camden and nearby communities across Wilcox County, residents report that monthly charges from the Wilcox County Water and Sewer District have increased significantly, making it difficult for many to afford […]

Case Dixon released a new campaign video on Wednesday outlining his vision as a Republican candidate for Alabama’s 6th District, saying the future of his children and community compelled him to step into the race. Dixon is facing Republican incumbent Gary Palmer for the seat. Palmer has been in office since 2015. Dixon, a husband […]

The Coastal Alabama Farmers and Fishermens Market in Foley has once again drawn national recognition, this time being named one of the Top 10 Best Farmers Markets in the U.S. in Newsweek’s 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards. The year-round market, located at 781 Farmers Market Lane in Foley, has previously been honored as a USA Today […]

A recent TikTok challenge is raising concerns for the Calera Police Department. The law enforcement agency released a post on social media earlier this week asking for help identifying two suspects believed to have participated in a viral door-knocking challenge. The challenge involves individuals kicking, knocking, or banging on random doors to capture the reactions […]

When a natural disaster strikes, it wreaks havoc on those directly impacted and leaves others feeling powerless to help. But across Alabama, people are turning that feeling into action. The recent Texas flood over the Fourth of July weekend — which claimed more than 100 lives— is the latest tragedy to devastate the nation, and […]

On Monday, Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed held a press conference to inform the public on the progress made in Montgomery during the first half of the year. According to Mayor Reed, violent crime, nonviolent crime, homicides, non-fatal shootings, and robberies all decreased year-over-year. He shared the following data: Violent crime down 28.3% Nonviolent crime down […]

State Rep. Troy Stubbs (R-Wetumpka) officially announced his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday. Stubbs was first elected in 2022 on a platform of preserving conservative principles and promoting government that works for the people of Elmore County, according to a campaign announcement today. Since taking office, Stubbs has been […]