Birmingham firefighter Jordan Melton was intentionally targeted and killed because he had been subpoenaed to testify in a murder trial, according to court documents cited by various media outlets. Melton, 29, was shot on duty at Birmingham Fire Station 9 on July 12, 2023, alongside fellow firefighter Jamal Jones, who survived but sustained critical injuries. […]

While President Trump has called for large-scale job cuts in the federal workforce led by the Department of Government Efficiency, Mayor Tommy Battle said Huntsville hasn’t seen evidence of widespread cuts. “We always work on Plan B’s, if this comes through, if that comes through. But right now we’re not seeing the evidence of that,” […]

Alabama has officially outlawed Glock switches and other gun conversion devices, as Gov. Kay Ivey signed new legislation Wednesday targeting their possession and sale. The move, aimed at curbing gun violence, follows a deadly year in which these devices were linked to multiple mass shootings, including a deadly attack outside a Birmingham nightclub in September. […]

Orange Beach is hitting the brakes on major new housing developments—at least for the next nine months. In an effort to get ahead of rapid growth, the city council has approved a moratorium on certain residential projects to allow time for a deep dive into how the city’s infrastructure can keep up. “We all know […]

A bill that would change how public schools classify students for athletic competition advanced through the Alabama House Education Policy Committee on Wednesday, following the adoption of a substitute version. HB298, sponsored by State Rep. Brock Colvin (R-Albertville), originally proposed that English language learner students who do not participate in interscholastic athletics be excluded from […]

On Tuesday, the Alabama Senate approved a bill that would allow certain individuals sentenced under the state’s Habitual Felony Offender Act to seek resentencing. SB156, sponsored by State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), initially failed on a 16-16 vote but later passed 17-8 after negotiations off the floor. Critics of the legislation contend that it […]

The Poarch Creek Indians have announced that the tribe’s federal government contracting enterprise, PCI Federal, has opened a new National Capital Region office in Reston, Virginia. The new location will increase the tribe’s ability to provide services defined by innovation and collaboration that support the federal government, including the Department of Defense. The opening of […]

The Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals has denied a request to pause the immunity hearing for former Decatur Police Officer Mac Marquette and remove the judge overseeing his case. Marquette, charged with murder in the September 2023 fatal shooting of Stephen Perkins, will proceed with his immunity hearing as scheduled on March 25. Marquette’s attorneys […]

Governor Kay Ivey signed SB67  into law Tuesday, a measure aimed at restructuring the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs to enhance services for the state’s nearly 400,000 veterans. Sponsored by State Sen. Andrew Jones  (R-Centre) and State Rep. Ed Oliver (R-Dadeville), SB67 shifts oversight of the ADVA commissioner from the State Board of Veterans Affairs […]

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a bill requiring post-election audits for county and statewide general elections, a measure supporters say will strengthen election integrity across the state.  HB30, known as the Alabama Post-Election Audit Act, mandates that probate judges in each county conduct audits after every general election to verify the accuracy of […]

Alabama law enforcement agencies have partnered with Othram, a pioneering forensic DNA laboratory, to assist in the resolution of cold cases across the state through cutting-edge technology. By integrating laboratory science, software, and specialized processes, Othram provides law enforcement agencies with the tools to overcome challenging forensic DNA barriers, leading to the closure of cases […]

With spring break just around the corner, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is rolling out its fifth annual “Think Smart Before You Start” campaign, urging residents and visitors to prioritize safety during the busy travel season. As thousands of students and families hit the roads and beaches, ALEA is stepping up its presence across […]

The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a series of tax cut bills introduced by State Rep. Danny Garrett (R-Trussville), aiming to provide financial relief to residents by reducing taxes on groceries, retirement income and state income taxes.  “Today we have the opportunity to reduce taxes on just about everyone in the state of Alabama,” […]

Secretary of the Department of Workforce Greg Reed recently visited the Academy of Craft Training in Birmingham. Secretary Reed praised the work being done by ACT and ABC of Alabama, saying, “Growing skilled trades in Alabama will be vital to our state’s workforce efforts. ABC of Alabama is truly a team player, and they play […]

After firing more than 500 rounds in 11 matches throughout the week, an Alabama National Guard team and a first sergeant from the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence (AVCOE) claimed the top team and individual champion titles at the 2025 U.S. Army Small Arms Championships at Fort Benning, Georgia March 9-15. The overall champion […]

U.S. Rep. Dale Strong said he feels confident Space Command will finally move to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. In an interview with 256 Today, Strong (R-Monrovia) said he recently met with President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance in the Oval Office. “I’m bullish on Space Command. I believe that,” Strong said. “I had a […]

President Donald Trump announced Monday evening that he has selected several notable names to serve on the U.S Air Force Academy’s Board of Visitors. Among the prestigious group, is Senator Tommy Tuberville, who already has experience in matters of military oversight. Trump posted the appointments on his social media platform, Truth Social. “Our Great United […]

Riley Gaines, a former University of Kentucky swimmer turned conservative activist, is setting her sights on some Alabama lawmakers’ ongoing effort to reform the practice of pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) within the state.  This morning, Gaines utilized her platform to argue current proposed reform measures will levy a prescription tax at the expense of consumers. […]

Alabama’s population is growing, but not all areas are experiencing the same changes. According to new U.S. Census Bureau estimates, major metro areas, coastal counties, and the Wiregrass region are seeing the biggest increases, while some rural counties, particularly in the Black Belt, are losing residents. Between July 2023 and July 2024, Alabama’s population grew […]

Saturday was a scary day for many Alabamians, including the staff at the National Weather Service (NWS) office near Shelby County Airport. With multiple tornado warnings issued across the state, the team at the location was providing storm updates to the public, when according to WBRC 6 News, they had to follow their own advice […]

The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is among several institutions now under investigation for allegedly awarding race-based scholarships in violation of federal anti-discrimination laws. The investigation follows a Dear Colleague Letter issued by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights on February 14, which reiterated that educational institutions receiving federal funding must […]

The National Weather Service (NWS) has confirmed that seven tornadoes struck central Alabama on Saturday, increasing from the initial count of five. The outbreak included one EF3 tornado, two EF2 tornadoes, two EF1 tornadoes, and two EF0 tornadoes. Survey teams have assessed damage in 16 areas and are continuing their work, with additional evaluations scheduled […]

During a recent appearance on Alabama Public Television’s “Capitol Journal”, Attorney General Steve Marshall offered high praise for the Metro Crime Suppression Unit currently operating in Montgomery. The state’s top law enforcement officer, however, cautioned that the team’s achievements may be hard to replicate in other Alabama cities, particularly Birmingham. RELATED: ‘Results speak for themselves’: Montgomery […]

A well-known Montgomery business owner was violently assaulted, bound, and robbed at gunpoint last week. According to WAKA 8, Jim Massey III was at his business, Jim Massey’s Cleaners, when the incident happened. Massey recounted that he heard a loud crash while in his office and stepped out into the hallway to see what caused […]