On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey announced that more than $3.7 million in state funding is being awarded to cities and counties for 12 road projects across Alabama, underscoring her ongoing commitment to enhancing the state’s infrastructure. The grants are the second round of funding made available this year under the Alabama Department of Transportation’s Annual […]

From high school graduates exploring their next steps to working adults ready for a career change, students across Alabama are turning to their local community colleges to take that next step forward. The Alabama Community College System (ACCS) offers a wide range of education and training options designed to meet learners where they are. With […]

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard declassified documents that show the Obama administration fabricated intelligence to create a narrative of Russian interference in the 2016 U.S. election, according to America First Legal

For many decades, the NCAA mandated that scholarships and grants were the only compensation student-athletes were allowed to receive. This directive formed a key part of the philosophical bedrock of college sports for most of its history. Although the NCAA’s legal framework was challenged multiple times, the organization remained loyal to its guiding principles until […]

State Sen. Jay Hovey (R-Auburn) has announced he is running for re-election in Alabama’s District 27. The Lee County native, who first won election to the Alabama Legislature in 2022, announced the news on Thursday. “As a member of the State Senate, I helped give Alabama families a kitchen table tax cut by slicing the […]

In the not-so-distant past, the United States’ relationship with the Soviet Union was best summed up by the policy of containment. The idea was very simple — communism in general and the Soviet Union in particular were menaces to the world order. Communism could be dealt with intellectually, but once the Soviet Union began to […]

A former Missile Defense Agency official at Redstone Arsenal has been confirmed to lead the Department of Defense’s Golden Dome project. Gen. Michael A. Guetlein, the vice chief of space operations for the Space Force, was confirmed as Golden Dome czar in a unanimous vote Thursday by the U.S. Senate, according to U.S. Rep. Dale […]

A pilot of a crashed plane was rescued from rough terrain Wednesday by the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) Aviation Unit. Around 2:15 p.m., ALEA said it received a call from Lifesaver, a critical care air medical transport program, requesting assistance in locating the downed aircraft. ALEA’s Aviation Unit immediately responded and quickly located the crash […]

Alabama Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association (AFVGA) members hailed the recent federal decision to discontinue the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement as a win. President Donald J. Trump imposed a 17% tariff on most fresh Mexican tomatoes July 14. Since the first version of the agreement in the ‘90s, Alabama growers have struggled to compete with imports under […]

Alabama Crimson Tide star wide receiver Ryan Williams has landed a major new NIL deal with one of the most iconic brands in the history of athletics. According to a release from the apparel and gear giants, Nike has added Williams to its endless rolodex of athletes and gives the Crimson Tide a dedicated Nike […]

There’s no better way to end a great meal than with unforgettable desserts—and Birmingham’s summer dessert scene is delivering. Whether you’re planning a date night, celebrating with friends, or simply satisfying a sweet craving, the Magic City has no shortage of standouts. Local chefs are getting creative, reimagining nostalgic Southern staples and seasonal ingredients into […]

In a move to cut red tape to aid allies in acquiring American-made defense products, Reps. Robert Aderholt, Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.), Jimmy Panetta (D-Calif.), and Ryan Zinke (R-Mont.) today introduced the Accelerate Revenue for Manufacturing and Sales (ARMS) Act. The bipartisan proposal would expedite the delivery of U.S.-made critical defense capabilities to allies and partners, […]

Alabama foodies, rejoice: Birmingham Restaurant Week is back for another year, and it’s more delicious than ever. This annual culinary celebration brings together nearly 50 local restaurants, food trucks, bars, and catering companies, offering exclusive, limited-time menus and special pricing to highlight the best of Birmingham’s food scene. From upscale dining experiences and international flavors […]

Red Mountain Theatre presents ‘Waitress’ Inspired by Adrienne Shelly’s beloved film, the Tony-nominated musical “Waitress” offers a special recipe for finding happiness in unexpected places. Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, is stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. Faced with an unexpected pregnancy, Jenna fears she may have to abandon the […]

As early as last Thanksgiving, there were smoke signals coming out of Washington that our popular Senior Senator, Tommy Tuberville, was going to forgo an easy re-election jaunt to a second, six-year term in the United States Senate, to run for Governor of Alabama in 2026. The coveted Governor’s office was going to be open […]

Every Republican member of Alabama's U.S. House delegation voted along with their colleagues to pass Trump's rescissions package. 

How did President Donald Trump bungle the handling of the Epstein issue? When will he give in? Can Tuscaloosa and Mountain Brook sue over a tax policy set by the Alabama legislature? Can Congress actually cut more spending? All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week, on TV, radio, and online all over Alabama. […]

Former Alabama Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban was the talk of the town this week in Atlanta at SEC Media Days when a rumor emerged that wanted to return to coaching. Many doubted and debunked the idea throughout the week, but according to one of the best sources possible, the claim is not true. […]

After more than 50 years of calling bids across Alabama and the Southeast, J.M. Wood Auction Co. is entering a new chapter — and bringing its legacy along for the ride. The family-run Montgomery-based auction house has been acquired by global industry leader Ritchie Bros., in a move that companies say aligns with their shared […]

The raid at an Alabama high school construction site had illegals rappelling off the roof, in California, an illegal died trying to flee ICE, and these situations will continue as long as people lie about what ICE is doing.

As Mexican cartels continue to profit from smuggling red snapper and tuna into the domestic market, U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville are working to ensure that international crime organizations can no longer undercut American fishermen. On Wednesday, the Illegal Red Snapper and Tuna Enforcement Act, backed by both legislators, passed the U.S. Senate. […]

Alabama U.S. Senator Katie Britt was spotted having a heated conversation from the floor of the Senate chamber on Thursday. In a video posted to social media by a Capitol Hill reporter, Britt was really letting Democrat U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT) have it. Take a look: https://x.com/metzgov/status/1946225890347630676 It’s unclear what the exchange was about, […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt is continuing her efforts to advocate for and provide the “proper guardrails” for adolescents using social media. In a panel discussion on Wednesday hosted by Semafor, the lawmaker spoke about the need to protect younger users from the threats created through unchecked social media usage. Britt (R-Montgomery), joined by fellow U.S. […]

Marshall is joining with other states in the fight against harmful lawsuits that he believes will hurt energy production in the U.S.