A Hoover police officer was injured and one civilian was killed during an officer-involved shooting Sunday morning at a residence on River Lake Drive, according to the Hoover Police Department. Police said officers responded at 7:49 a.m. on February 8, 2026, to a home on a report of a mentally disturbed person. Authorities said that […]

On Thursday, Governor Kay Ivey announced appointments to fill six vacancies, including two circuit judgeships in Baldwin and Cullman counties. Governor Ivey has appointed Ashley W. Siebert of Fairhope to serve as Circuit Judge in the 28th Judicial Circuit in Baldwin County. A graduate of Auburn University and the Thomas Goode Jones School of Law […]

The Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame will induct 12 healthcare leaders into its Class of 2026 during a ceremony scheduled for Aug. 8 in Montgomery. According to organizers, this year’s class includes physicians, dentists, healthcare executives, researchers, and academic leaders, including the president of The University of Alabama at Birmingham and multiple deans and hospital […]

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is highlighting how its Alabama Fusion Center supports missing-person investigations and coordinates statewide alert systems to help locate missing and endangered individuals. According to ALEA, the Fusion Center serves as a central hub for information sharing, analytical support, and interagency coordination when children, vulnerable adults, or law enforcement officers […]

The Electric Cooperatives of Alabama Political Action Committee (PAC) announced its endorsement of Wes Allen for Lieutenant Governor of Alabama on Monday. “Wes Allen brings a level of discipline and work ethic that stands out in state government,” said Karl Rayborn, CEO of the Alabama Rural Electric Association of Cooperatives (AREA). “He understands how sound policy […]

The Athens State University Board of Trustees has approved naming the Alabama Center for the Arts’ Performing Arts building the Arthur Orr Performing Arts Center, following approval by the Alabama Community College System. State Sen. Arthur Orr, (R-Decatur), has played a role in the development and expansion of the Alabama Center for the Arts, including […]

An Alabama man survived after being compressed inside a garbage truck — twice. Emergency responders were called around 5:30 a.m. to a report of a person inside a garbage truck in Jackson. Officials believe the man was compressed twice during the truck’s early morning route, first at a KFC on Highway 43 and again at […]

Alabama BeefPAC, the political arm of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, has announced its support for Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in the 2026 lieutenant governor’s race and Katherine Robertson in the race for attorney general. “Wes has a proven, conservative, business-friendly track record,” said Alabama Cattlemen’s Association President Keith Glover of Hale County. “We […]

Alabama education officials have suspended the Bessemer City Schools Board of Education from regular meetings, a rare move that underscores the state’s expanded authority over local school systems and the ongoing intervention in the district. The Alabama State Department of Education has suspended the elected Bessemer City Schools Board of Education from regular meetings indefinitely, […]

Wes Allen, who currently serves as Alabama Secretary of State, announced that he has received the endorsement of 20 Republican sheriffs from across the state in his campaign for Lt. Governor. “I am honored to have the support of these law enforcement officers,” Allen said. “Upholding law and order should be a top priority of […]

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) has endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise), who is running for U.S. Senate, citing his record on digital assets and financial policy. “Barry Moore understands that innovation, not bureaucracy, is the future of American finance,” Lummis said. “He has been a consistent defender of sound money, blockchain innovation, and the […]

What began as a routine traffic stop in Ozark earlier this month turned into a bootlegger’s worst nightmare when police uncovered 81 gallons of illegal moonshine packed inside a vehicle. According to a press release issued January 20, Officer Dylan Griffin with the department’s Crime Suppression Unit conducted a traffic enforcement stop on January 9 […]

TRUK PAC, the political arm of the Alabama Trucking Association, has endorsed Derek Chen in his campaign for Alabama state auditor. “Derek Chen’s background, integrity, detail orientation, and commitment to responsibility through public service make him uniquely qualified for the Alabama State Auditor race,” said TRUK PAC Chairman Greg Brown. “He is extremely mission-focused in […]

Rock band Creed will return to Alabama this summer as part of its ongoing “Summer of ’99” reunion tour, with shows scheduled in Huntsville and Orange Beach. The band announced it will perform July 22 at The Orion Amphitheater and July 24 at The Wharf Amphitheater, according to its official social media channels. Opening acts […]

Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced the release of the 2025 New & Expanding Industry Announcements Report, marking a record year for economic development growth in communities across the state. The Alabama Department of Commerce annual report lists 234 projects last year that combined for a total capital investment of $14.6 billion, the highest annual […]

Huntsville International Airport reached a historic milestone in 2025, setting an all-time annual passenger traffic record as expanded air service and increased capacity fueled continued growth across the Tennessee Valley. Airport officials announced that 1,722,898 passengers traveled through Huntsville International Airport (HSV) in 2025, marking a 5.3% increase over the previous year and the highest […]

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced appointments to fill 22 vacancies across the state including three judgeships and a county commission seat. Houston County District Judge Bart M. Boothe Governor Ivey has appointed Bart M. Boothe of Dothan, to serve as District Judge, Place 1, in the 20th Judicial Circuit in Houston County. A graduate […]

Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday issued a state of emergency for 19 northern Alabama counties as winter weather and icy conditions are forecast to impact the region. “In Alabama, we are no stranger to Mother Nature. However, when it comes to winter weather, we are not as familiar. So, as we head into this weekend, […]

Manufacture Alabama announced its endorsement of Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in his campaign for lieutenant governor, citing his record on business policy and government reform. “Manufacture Alabama is endorsing Wes Allen for Lieutenant Governor due to his track record of supporting pro-business policies and his results-driven approach to governing,” said Jon Barganier, president […]

VOICES for Alabama’s Children has released the 2025 Alabama Kids Count Data Book, marking a shift to a fully digital, year-round data platform with an expanded focus on children’s mental health. The 2025 edition represents the 32nd installment of the organization’s long-running assessment of child well-being in Alabama. Unlike previous years, the Data Book will […]

Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville announced his nomination of 47 Alabama students to attend one of the four U.S. service academies as part of the class of 2030: the United States Air Force Academy, Military Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, and Naval Academy. “I’m proud to nominate a strong group of young, patriotic Alabamians to represent […]

Seasonal trends held steady in Alabama’s housing market in December, with home sales declining month over month but remaining higher than the same period last year, according to a new economic report. Home sales across the state fell 3% from November to December but were still 2.9% higher than December 2024, according to the Alabama […]

This morning, Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) Board Chairman John Wahl issued a formal letter to the Fairhope Public Library Board outlining the APLS Board’s determination that the library remains ineligible for state funding due to continued noncompliance with Alabama Administrative Code requirements. The letter was sent at the request of the Fairhope Public Library’s […]

A 19-year-old Amazon employee was fatally shot Sunday night in the parking lot of an Amazon fulfillment center in Bessemer, according to local authorities. Bessemer police said officers were dispatched to the facility on Powder Plant Road around 10:40 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found a male victim suffering […]