Last week, Auburn head football coach Tommy Tuberville received President Donald Trump’s “Complete and Total” endorsement in the race for Alabama’s U.S. Senate seat up this November, which was viewed by many to be a shot in the arm for Tuberville’s effort. Some attributed Trump’s endorsement to Tuberville’s opponent, former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ […]

Former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions has a least one outspoken ally in his quest to win the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Alabama — conservative commentator Ann Coulter. Coulter, the author of “Resistance Is Futile!: How the Trump-Hating Left Lost Its Collective Mind,” explained during an interview with Huntsville radio’s WVNN on Friday […]

Alabama Power is closely monitoring the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) and is prepared to maintain reliable electric service. “Safety First is a core value of Alabama Power. We are focused on the safety and well-being of our employees and customers, while ensuring there is no impact to reliable service,” said Mark Crosswhite, Alabama Power CEO. “Our […]

The Proton International at University of Alabama at Birmingham facility treated its first patient with proton therapy Wednesday, March 11. “We celebrate this first of many patients who will be treated at UAB with this advanced technology,” said Will Ferniany, Ph.D., CEO of the UAB Health System. “With this technology, we will improve the quality of life for […]

MONTGOMERY — One of the hot-button topics being debated in the Alabama legislature this year is how to modernize the state’s concealed carry firearm permitting process. Under current law, the individual 67 sheriffs in Alabama are responsible for issuing those permits however they see fit, which according to some lends itself to confusion and in […]

Starting 8:00 a.m. CT on Saturday, March 14, Alabamians have a central place to call with questions about being tested for coronavirus (COVID-19). The new helpline number from the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is 1-888-264-2256. The number is primarily for Alabamians who do not have a healthcare provider to call.

The U.S. House on Friday evening passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act in a 363-40 vote. In a tweet on Saturday morning, President Donald Trump praised Democrats and Republicans for coming together to pass the important legislation in a resoundingly bipartisan manner. Good teamwork between Republicans & Democrats as the House passes the big […]

In a press conference Friday afternoon Governor Kay Ivey declared a state of emergency in Alabama due to the potential spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The governor also canceled school for two and a half weeks, starting at the end of the day on Wednesday, March 18. Following Ivey speaking at the press conference, Alabama […]

The University of Alabama Athletics Department on Friday announced that the Crimson Tide’s spring football practice has been suspended “until further notice.” The program’s spring practice was scheduled to begin on Friday. More information was not immediately released from UA. Additionally, Auburn University on Thursday announced the postponement of its football spring practice, which was […]

Mountain Brook Mayor Stewart Welch, City Council President Virginia Smith and Councilman Phil Black jointly announced Friday that they plan to seek reelection in municipal elections, which are set to take place on August 25, 2020. Welch, who has served as Mountain Brook’s mayor since November 2016, said in a press release it would be […]

MONTGOMERY — The Alabama Senate on Thursday evening passed an 86-page bill that would legalize medical cannabis, i.e. medical marijuana, in the state. However, passage in the upper chamber was not a simple process, just as the legislation itself is complex and laden with little-known details. The Senate ultimately passed SB 165 as substituted on […]

The Yellowhammer State has its first confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) as of Friday, and it is important that all Alabamians have access to correct information from experts and authorities on the disease. At a press conference, Dr. Scott Harris, the head of the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH), reiterated best practices and warned […]

The National Rifle Association’s (NRA) political arm endorsed Jeff Sessions’ 2020 campaign for the U.S. Senate on Friday, with just over two weeks to go before his Republican primary runoff against Tommy Tuberville. The chair of the National Rifle Association Political Victory Fund (NRA-PVF) told Sessions he received the endorsement, “Based on your strong leadership […]

After the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) on Friday morning confirmed the first coronavirus (COVID-19) case in the state, Secretary of State John H. Merrill issued an update on the upcoming March 31 runoff election. Merrill expressed his confidence in the ability of the ADPH to monitor the potential spread of the virus and […]

MONTGOMERY — One of the long-rumored sites eyed by Alabama’s Poarch Band of Creek Indians for a resort-type casino gaming facility has been northeastern Alabama — near Bridgeport along U.S. Highway 72 near the Alabama-Tennessee state line. The site, however, is not recognized as tribal land and would require action by Alabama’s state government to […]

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) announced Friday morning that an Alabamian has a confirmed case of the COVID-19 coronavirus. The individual is a resident of Montgomery County who recently traveled out of state, per ADPH. Governor Kay Ivey also confirmed the case in a statement:

MONTGOMERY – With the forms set to hit mailboxes in the coming days, the leaders of Alabama’s state government joined together Thursday to inform all Alabamians about the importance of responding to the U.S. Census. “Today the marks the beginning of a period of time that will decide the future of our state for the […]

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — A medical marijuana bill cleared its first floor vote Thursday in the Alabama legislature as advocates hope to make headway after years of setbacks. The Alabama Senate voted 22-10 for the bill by Republican Sen. Tim Melson after five hours of debate. The legislation now moves to the Alabama House of […]

As he warned about the coronavirus likely hitting Alabama in the coming days, Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris recommended Alabamians do not gather in groups of 500 or more people to help stop the potential spread of the disease. “We currently do not have any cases of COVID-19 in our state,” said Harris, […]

The University of Alabama System announced Thursday that its three campuses will be transitioning to online cases due to COVID-19. The system published an updated interim emergency policy regarding the coronavirus. “Based on recent developments, discussions with leadership on our campuses and with other institutions, and advice of the University of Alabama System Task Force, […]

Former Auburn University head football coach Tommy Tuberville on Thursday afternoon released the latest video ad in his campaign for the U.S. Senate. Tuberville, who was endorsed by President Donald J. Trump this week, is running in Alabama’s Republican primary runoff against former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions. That endorsement, as well as Sessions’ tenure […]

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama on Thursday issued a release regarding COVID-19. The release stressed that BCBS of Alabama “cares first and foremost about the health and well-being of our customers” and assured that the company “will continue to meet the needs of groups, members and providers with the sustained spread of a […]

The Alabama State Port Authority announced on Thursday that the largest bulk carrier to ever call on the Port of Mobile loaded over 133,000 short tons of metallurgical grade coal at its McDuffie Coal Terminal. The Newcastle Max class bulk carrier, “MARAN COURAGE,” reportedly measures 984.2 feet (300 meters) in length overall and has a […]

Auburn University announced Thursday that all of its classes will move online from March 16 until at least April 10 to limit the potential spread of the coronavirus. As of Thursday at 1:00 p.m., there were no confirmed cases of coronavirus in the Yellowhammer State. Samford University on Wednesday became the first university in Alabama […]