A pizza delivery driver was fatally shot in Birmingham on New Year’s night marking the city’s first homicide of 2025. The shooting occurred in the 400 block of Roebuck Drive around 9 p.m. when the victim was making a delivery to a local residence. Derek Marcus Burpo, 51, of Birmingham, was found unresponsive when officers […]

Auburn men’s basketball head coach Bruce Pearl often speaks of politics on his social media accounts, frequently talking about the ongoing conflict in Gaza between Israel and Palestine. On Thursday morning, Pearl reacted to a clip of a naked Jewish person being beaten in the street by Palestinians and connected it to the New Year’s […]

In the wake of a deadly terrorist attack that has claimed the lives of 15 so far, Auburn University announced a recent graduate, Drew Dauphin, was among those killed. The message of grief came after the University of Alabama announced freshman student Kareem Badawi was also killed in the attack. Auburn University President Christopher Roberts […]

Alabama parents can now apply to have their child or children entered into the state’s first-ever education savings account program. The goal of the ESA, established by the CHOOSE Act, is to provide parents with increased options for how and where their children are taught. If found eligible to be admitted into the program, families […]

A University of Alabama student was killed early Wednesday morning when a truck sped through a large crowd on Bourbon Street in New Orleans’ French Quarter, fatally striking at least 15 people and injuring dozens more. Shortly after the event, it was revealed that the driver, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, had an ISIS flag attached to his […]

In recent weeks, a growing number of Alabamians have been diagnosed with influenza with many reporting to the emergency room for treatment. According to the Alabama Department of Public Health’s respiratory illness dashboard, patients with the flu made up over 6% of visits to the hospital statewide last week. Officials believe the number of cases will […]

The Albertville High School Aggie Band has been given a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase the band’s talents to millions of Americans on a national stage. In a recent social media post, Dr. Taylor Cash, Director of Bands for Albertville City Schools, said the band will be traveling to Washington to march in the 2025 Presidential […]

The National Weather Service is reporting that at least three tornadoes touched down in Alabama on Saturday evening. The organization said that two EF1s were recorded in Limestone and Lamar counties, and an EF0 was observed in Mobile County. The city of Athens was the most affected municipality in Limestone County. According to the NWS, […]

X-Bow Systems, a Huntsville-founded producer of advanced solid rocket motors and defense technologies, has expanded its contract to provide large solid rocket motors to the Navy and the Army. his increase reinforces X-Bow as a new supplier of SRMs and strengthens the Defense Department supply chain in a critical period for the United States, the company […]

Alabama’s three land-grant institutions are working to provide information and support to families dealing with “heirs property” through programming at Alabama Cooperative Extension System offices throughout the state. Ryan Thomson, an assistant professor in agricultural economics and rural sociology at Auburn University, and Adam Rabinowitz, an Extension agricultural economist and associate professor in agricultural economics and rural […]

A Huntsville small business is part of a team on a $1.425 billion contract, the Department of Defense announced. KUOG is among several area businesses who received or are part of contracts awarded by the DoD. KUOG is part of a $1.425 billion multiple award, firm-fixed-price, indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract to provide logistical capabilities. The contract supports […]

The Mega Millions jackpot soared to $1.15 billion on Christmas Eve after all tickets purchased failed to match the six numbers drawn. The sum represents the fifth-largest prize of all time. After taxes, the winner or winners are expected to take home roughly $516.1 million in cash. Winnings are subject to an automatic 24% tax, […]

Victims of sexual assault and domestic violence in twenty-nine counties throughout Alabama will soon have access to more support services thanks to nearly $1.76 million in funding recently awarded by Gov. Kay Ivey. The additional support has been made possible by the U.S. Department of Justice and will go to seven agencies and one major […]

The University of Alabama research enterprise marked 10 years of continuous growth in fiscal year 2024, with gains in overall funding, new awards, and the number of proposals submitted. New awards classified as research grew by nearly 21% compared to the previous fiscal year. In total, the University received $269.9 million in sponsored awards, marking […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt hailed the passage of the Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), passed late last week as lawmakers depart Washington for the Christmas holiday. Britt and top lawmakers are celebrating provisions that deepen Alabama’s role as a cornerstone of America’s defense infrastructure while delivering historic support for servicemembers and their […]

Winter can be challenging, but several products promise to make it more manageable. Rechargeable apparel such as vests, pants, socks, and insoles is often marketed as an effective solution for staying warm. However, Mikaela Morris of Minnesota strongly advises against their use. Mikaela and Tyler Morris recently experienced a harrowing incident involving rechargeable insoles, according […]

Christmas can be a stressful time, especially for parents whose children are hospitalized. To help alleviate some of the stress, Hibbett and Puma made a special donation recently of cash, apparel and toys to Children’s of Alabama. “We are honored to join forces with Puma for the fifth year in a row by supporting the […]

Sen. Katie Britt has added a fourth feather to her senatorial hat. Britt (R-Montgomery), already a member of the Senate Appropriations, Banking, and Rules committees, will serve on the Senate Judiciary Committee in the 119th Congress. The Judiciary Committee evaluates all judicial nominations for the federal judiciary, including the Supreme Court, and has broad jurisdiction over […]

Last night, shortly after 10:00 PM, many people witnessed an unexpected and mysterious sight in the sky. Reports poured in from various parts of the state, describing a bright object moving across the night sky. The phenomenon was first reported by meteorologist James Spann, who suggested that the object was likely a disintegrating commercial imaging […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) has announced that she has voted in support of the American Relief Act of 2025, legislation that would continue funding the government through March of 2025 amidst a potential shutdown as well as provide critical assistance for Alabama’s family farmers. “The American people overwhelmingly chose President Trump to get America […]

Big Lots has announced it is preparing to close all its remaining store locations, marking the end of an era for the chain that has served customers for decades. This announcement follows months of uncertainty surrounding the company’s financial future and its efforts to secure a going concern transaction. Big Lots has 23 stores in […]

The United States Space Force is celebrating its 5th anniversary today. America’s newest military branch, officially founded on December 20, 2019, is responsible for defending American interests in the final frontier. Space Force provides a wide range capabilities. “Through the command and control of all DOD satellites, satellite operators provide force-multiplying effects – continuous global […]

An alumnus of Montgomery’s Trinity Presbyterian School known for his business acumen and philanthropic deeds has been tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to be the next U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom. Warren Stephens is chairman, president, and CEO of Stephens Inc., a privately owned diversified financial services firm based in Arkansas. The company has […]

As part of an agreement with AMWASTE, the Pelham City Council has voted in favor of increasing trash collection fees for residents beginning in February 2025. The 4.6% increase will add roughly 64 cents per month to collection fees. The waste services corporation has a standing agreement with the Cahaba Solid Waste Disposal Authority which […]