From small towns in Alabama to large cities in California, the rising cost of prescription drugs is a concern that crosses state lines and political divisions. The Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance is working to elevate national awareness about the financial burden high drug prices place on American families. According to the PRA, Americans often pay significantly […]

For the first time in 80 years, an Alabama-owned horse competed in the Kentucky Derby. While he didn’t leave with the roses, Coal Battle made a strong showing and gave the state a reason to cheer. Coal Battle, owned by Thomasville grocer Robbie Norman, finished 11th out of 19 horses in the 151st Kentucky Derby […]

The Alabama Trucking Association presented its highest annual honor, the H. Chester Webb Award for Distinguished Service, to Birmingham business leader and industry veteran Susan Kirkpatrick of Buddy Moore Transportation during the 2025 Alabama Trucking Convention, held on April 24-26, at the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort. Tim Frazier, last year’s recipient and ATA Senior […]

As the 151st Kentucky Derby approaches on Saturday, Alabama’s presence continues, thanks to a historic win 80 years ago and a new contender ready to carry the torch at Churchill Downs. An Alabama-trained champion: Hoop Jr.’s 1945 triumph In 1943, Fred W. Hooper, a self-made businessman and construction magnate based in Montgomery, entered the horse […]

Five Alabama families are suing the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission (AMCC), alleging the state agency failed to meet its legal obligation to establish a registry for medical cannabis patients and caregivers. The lawsuit, filed on April 25 in Montgomery County Circuit Court, argues that the Commission was required by the Darren Wesley “Ato” Hall Compassion […]

 A historic cornerstone of the Civil Rights Movement is taking a major step toward the future with the launch of a new Education and Visitors Center adjacent to Birmingham’s 16th Street Baptist Church. The 13,000-square-foot facility, now under construction in the city’s Civil Rights District, will serve as a dynamic space for education, reflection, and […]

Baldwin County, Alabama, is welcoming a surge of exciting changes, from new business ventures to real estate expansions. Here’s a look at some of the latest developments shaping the coastal region. Big Beach Brewing welcomes new owners Big Beach Brewing, a beloved Gulf Shores landmark since 2016, has officially changed hands. Gulf Coast Media reported […]

A portion of Alabamians who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) will see two payments arrive in their accounts during four months of 2025, thanks to calendar quirks related to weekends and federal holidays. According to the Social Security Administration (SSA), SSI payments are normally issued on the first day of each month. However, when the […]

Alabama attorneys are preparing to step out of the courtroom and into classrooms across the state on May 1 and 2 as part of Law Day 2025. This year’s theme, “The Constitution’s Promise: Out of Many, One,” celebrates the role of the U.S. Constitution in uniting Americans from all walks of life into a single […]

Tensions continue to mount in Hoover as recent city council meetings have been marked by public frustration and growing concerns over government transparency. According to a report from ABC 33/40, the past two meetings have seen disruptions during the public comment period, including one instance where a police officer was called to remove a speaker […]

A proposal that would allow the Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA) to offer farm bureau health plans to its members is one step away from becoming law after receiving committee approval in the Alabama Senate on Tuesday. House Bill 477, sponsored by State Rep. David Faulkner (R-Mountain Brook), was passed by the Senate Banking and Insurance […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-Saks) have introduced legislation that would expand the Talladega National Forest by 50,000 acres across three East Alabama counties, aiming to enhance conservation efforts and outdoor recreation while boosting local tourism economies. The Talladega National Forest Expansion Act would give the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) […]

Four years after Alabama legalized medical cannabis, one of the state’s most recognized parent advocates is calling on lawmakers to intervene as patients remain without access to treatment. Dustin Chandler, who helped champion Carly’s Law in 2014 to allow limited CBD use for seizure patients, said the state’s failure to implement the full medical cannabis […]

Although data shows that Birmingham City Schools are making progress in several key areas, much work remains to achieve the district’s long-term goal of becoming a recognized leader in public education and preparing students for global success. The district, which earned an overall “C” on the 2023–2024 Alabama State Department of Education report card, is […]

Across Alabama on Easter Sunday, thousands of worshipers gathered to celebrate the most significant day on the Christian calendar, with some churches welcoming crowds large enough to fill small towns. At Lake Martin’s Church in the Pines, an estimated 2,000 to 4,000 people flocked to the open-air, waterfront chapel. Worshipers arrived by foot, car, and […]

Danna Homan, a proud Alabama native, has long held a deep connection to the Holy Land. Growing up in Demopolis and graduating from the University of Alabama, Homan’s roots run deep in the Heart of Dixie. After stints in Atlanta, Georgia, and Dallas, Texas, she ultimately returned to Alabama, where she now calls Birmingham home. […]

Two Jefferson County industrial sites have earned national honors through the Site Selectors Guild’s REDI Sites program, the Jefferson County Economic & Industrial Development Authority (JCEIDA) announced on April 8. The REDI Sites program, launched in 2024, offers a standardized way to evaluate industrial site readiness across municipalities and states. It assesses factors like infrastructure […]

State Rep. Russell Bedsole (R-Alabaster) is sponsoring legislation aimed at “expanding, guaranteeing, and protecting” death benefits for Alabama firefighters’ families after the existing program’s potential solvency. “Years of patchwork amendments and band-aid changes to the law governing line of duty death benefits for firefighters have created loopholes that led to questionable claims and unanticipated payouts,” […]

The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation that would significantly restructure the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, a move prompted by lawmakers’ concerns about the board’s transparency and compliance with state guidelines. SB324, sponsored by State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) passed the committee on an 8-3 vote. The proposal would expand the board […]

The U.S. Department of Justice announced that an Alabama man has been sentenced for his role in an international bird trafficking operation that resulted in one of the largest fines ever ordered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Toney Jones of Eufaula, Alabama, was sentenced to six months of probation after pleading guilty to an […]

Samkwang, a South Korean automotive and electronics supplier, has signed a lease to open a new manufacturing facility in Macon County’s REAL Park. The company will occupy a 168,000-square-foot facility, known as Building 100, in the 700-acre master-planned industrial park strategically located near I-85. With a $35 million investment, Samkwang’s operation is expected to create […]

Mobile is set to become a main destination for American Cruise Lines beginning in March 2026. City officials confirmed this week that the port will host the American Symphony as part of a new Gulf Coast Cruise itinerary. The eight-day voyage departs from New Orleans and ends in Pensacola, featuring stops along several coastal cities. […]

April 15 marked one year since 29-year-old Marquez Williams was killed in a hit-and-run while crossing North Memorial Parkway near Mastin Lake Road. With no suspects identified in the case, his family continues to grieve and search for answers. To honor his memory, the Williams family organized a balloon release Tuesday at Valley View Memorial […]

North Alabama’s WHNT 19 reported that one neighbor’s good deed possibly saved the life of a woman last Friday morning. Perry Gooch was at home on Pine Street in the Center Star community of Alabama. Gooch, a long-time resident of the area, heard what he described as several small explosions at his elderly neighbor’s home. […]