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An eye-opening moment with a powerful message unfolded this week at Longleaf Recovery & Wellness of Birmingham, when meteorologist James Spann and program director Paul Bryant Jr. participated in the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness for mental health. In a video shared on Longleaf’s Facebook page, which has drawn over 1,000 views and dozens […]
After more than two years of tension and uncertainty, the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts is entering a new chapter. On Tuesday, the Montgomery City Council unanimously approved a measure that reaffirms the museum’s traditional dual governance structure, allowing both the City Museum Board and the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts Association to move forward […]
Over the last several seasons, court and field stormings after upset victories have become a major topic of conversation in college sports. The SEC came into the center of focus when it recently implemented an escalating fine system to help curb the practice. Although a timeless tradition, stormings have been criticized for putting players and […]
U.S. Sens. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) and Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) are giving their perspective opinions on the merits of the legislation.
The Alabama National Guard has announced the appointment of Casey Rogers as its new Deputy Director of External Affairs and Strategic Communication. Rogers, who previously served as the External Affairs Director for Governor Kay Ivey, officially assumes her new role today. According to the Alabama Political Reporter, Major General David Pritchett, Adjutant General of the […]
The Auburn Tigers are taking on the red-hot Coastal Carolina Chanticleers this weekend as the two programs play a three-game set to determine who gets a ticket to the College World Series in Omaha. The Tigers are also making program history by hosting a Super Regional at Plainsman Park for the first time ever. RELATED: […]
The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries is continuing its ‘Thank a Farmer’ initiative, aiming to promote and showcase the hard work and dedication of farmers across the state. The campaign was officially launched in late January of this year by agency Commissioner Rick Pate. “Through the ‘Thank a Farmer’ initiative, we’re encouraging Alabamians to […]
Alabama’s new Speedy Trial Act is being used for the first time to accelerate legal proceedings in the capital murder case of Ibraheem Yazeed, the man accused of kidnapping and killing 19-year-old college student Aniah Blanchard in 2019. Chief Justice Sarah Stewart of the Alabama Supreme Court appointed retired Macon County Circuit Judge Tom F. […]
Two Alabama-based companies have once again secured spots on the prestigious Fortune 500 list, which ranks the largest U.S. corporations by total revenue. Both companies—Regions Financial Corporation and Vulcan Materials Company—are headquartered in Birmingham, maintaining the city’s presence on one of the nation’s most recognized corporate benchmarks. RELATED: Regions Bank named one of America’s most […]
A criminal investigation is underway following allegations that Birmingham Water Works Board (BWWB) employees stole and profited from the resale of copper and related property. WBRC reports that an internal investigation by the utility revealed a group of employees who allegedly colluded to bypass internal security procedures and inventory controls. A source told the outlet […]
With more than one-third of the work targeted for Huntsville, Lockheed Martin Space was awarded a more than $1 billion contract modification by the Navy. RELATED: Dale Strong says North Alabama’s expertise is key in Trump’s proposed ‘Golden Dome’ national air defense system The contract modification with a not-to-exceed amount of $1,002,700,000 under an existing […]
Elon Musk’s close relationship with President Donald Trump is starting to fray as he voices his opposition to the "Big, Beautiful Bill"
Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate and former Navy SEAL, Jared Hudson, is calling out the D.C. establishment for allowing biological males to compete in girls’ sports. In a post on X, the Alabama native specifically took issue with transgender competitors taking home female state titles in Democrat run states. “Girls’ sports are under fire. […]
Case Dixon, a 26-year-old physical therapist assistant from McCalla, Alabama, has launched his campaign for the U.S. House of Representatives in Alabama’s 6th Congressional District. He will run as a Republican, challenging incumbent U.S. Congressman Gary Palmer, who has held the seat since 2015. RELATED: Beginning his sixth term, Gary Palmer continues to wield influence […]
A federal lawsuit filed by a trade group representing Alabama convenience stores has led to changes in how the state will enforce its new vape law, according to the Alabama Political Reporter. The lawsuit, brought by the Petroleum and Convenience Marketers of Alabama (PCMA), challenged House Bill 8, which aimed to restrict the sale of […]
Birmingham Water Works Regional Board rescinds general counsel contract, appoints interim leadership
At its June 2 meeting, the newly appointed Birmingham Water Works Regional Board voted to rescind the contract of Deputy General Manager and General Counsel Mark Parnell, while taking additional steps to reshape leadership and strengthen oversight. Parnell’s contract, approved by the previous board on May 6, included a $55,000 monthly salary, a $1,000 monthly […]
Coach Bruce Pearl will have to overcome some major obstacles if he wants to run for Senate as a Republican.
A Brighton City Council member was arrested Monday and charged with tampering with evidence and obstruction of governmental operations in connection with a double homicide investigation from December 2024. Jerome Edward McMullin Jr., 54, was booked into the Jefferson County Jail at 10:04 a.m. on June 2 and released approximately an hour and a half […]
College football season is just a couple of months away, and fans around the South are starting to get excited for the best time of year. As the season rapidly approaches, much of the discussion as of late has revolved around the College Football Playoff and whether or not it will expand further after this […]
Every year around the beginning of June, the list of nominees for the College Football Hall of Fame is released, but this year, two former Alabama and Auburn legends are making their first and second appearances on the ballot. It also just so happens that they both won Heisman trophies as well as national titles […]
Montgomery Mayor Steven L. Reed publicly addressed the growing controversy surrounding the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts (MMFA) during his monthly press briefing this week, offering clarity on the city’s role in the museum’s governance and pushing back against what he described as misinformation. The remarks come before the Montgomery City Council is scheduled to […]
A former pool contractor has been sentenced to 20 years in prison after defrauding customers for more than $600,000, Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today. Gregory Kirk of Muscle Shoals pleaded guilty in a case involving multiple property crimes, according to a statement from Marshall. Pursuant to a plea agreement with the state, Madison County […]

