The Alabama School of Cyber Technology and Engineering (ASCTE), a groundbreaking and pioneering institution, stands as the first public residential magnet high school in the United States dedicated exclusively to the fields of cyber technology and engineering. Located in North Alabama, ASCTE provides an unparalleled educational experience by seamlessly integrating cutting-edge cyber and engineering concepts […]

A portion of Alabama’s Highway 119 that runs through the City of Alabaster will soon receive new upgrades including additional traffic signals and turning lanes thanks to $2 million in state grant funding provided by the latest round of Rebuild Alabama. The improvements are intended to ease traffic congestion on what is one of the […]

A Birmingham man has been arrested under the ‘Carlee Russell’ law after falsely reporting an armed robbery to the Hoover Police Department. On January 16, Larry Scott Brown, 54, made a call to Hoover 911 claiming a robbery was taking place at a local Walmart. According to law enforcement, Brown made the call in an […]

7. The Birmingham City School Board, which oversees a school system where 12% of high schoolers are proficient in reading and 5% are proficient in math, has rejected the Alabama Aerospace and Aviation High School’s request to open a campus near A.H. Parker High School was denied, citing objections from the community and board members. […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) praised President Trump’s pick to be FBI Director, Kash Patel, during his confirmation hearing Thursday. Britt also highlighted Patel’s commitment to the FBI’s presence at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville. “I don’t have enough time in my three minutes to dive into all of the incredible work that’s doing there. But […]

As we approach the 2025 legislative session, we find ourselves facing a pivotal moment in which we must reaffirm the bedrock foundations that hold our communities together — strong families and the well-being of our children. In a world in which parental rights are increasingly challenged and family structures are frayed, it is imperative that […]

I’ve been part of great teams throughout my career and life. Auburn University, Philadelphia 76ers, Phoenix Suns, Houston Rockets, the USA Dream Team, Inside the NBA on TNT broadcast team, just to name a few. Now, I’ve joined a new team, the Alabama Community College System (ACCS), the HOME TEAM. Why would a guy who […]

All beginnings are hopeful, but 50 years ago the future of the Conservative Party in Great Britain was dismal. Their leader, Edward Heath, had managed to lose two general elections in a single year — far from an auspicious beginning. Sensing rumblings among his fellow Conservatives in Parliament, Heath decided to confirm his position as party […]

The Fort Payne Chamber of Commerce announced the winners of its 2025 awards, highlighting exceptional contributions to the community. The honorees were celebrated during the annual Awards Banquet on January 28th. C&H Discount Drugs, co-owned by pharmacists Richard Hammon and John Carr, was named the Small Business of the Year. Established in 1990, the pharmacy […]

U.S. Senator Katie Britt has announced the recent opening of her new regional office in Dothan. The office will serve thirteen Alabama counties: Butler, Crenshaw, Conecuh, Covington, Coffee, Dale, Geneva, Pike, Bullock, Barbour, Henry, Houston, and Russell. According to Britt, the office is meant to strengthen constituent services in the Wiregrass region. “I’m grateful for […]

A U.S. District Judge sentenced two Birmingham brothers to prison for their role in an interstate stolen goods scheme. Judge Madeline Haikala sentenced Abdurrahman Amar, 32, to 34 months and Yahya Amar, 33, to 30 months after they pleaded guilty to conspiracy to transport stolen goods across state lines. According to abc3340, from January 2022 […]

Deep in the heart of Texas, more than just stars were big and bright.   During the 106th American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) annual convention in San Antonio, Young Farmers from Alabama shined brightly as they celebrated a first — competitors in all three Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) contests advancing to their second rounds. […]

To say 2024 was an outstanding year for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) would border on understatement, and plans for 2025 will continue that trend, according to ADCNR Commissioner Chris Blankenship. Through a variety of funding sources, ADCNR has utilized more than $218 million for Alabama State Parks improvements, has facilitated […]

The Senior Bowl is a time for players from all of the top programs in the country to come together for three days of practice on two created rosters all culminating in a game between the two squads at the end of an intense week of reps. This week in Mobile however delivered a sight […]

The birthplace of Mardi Gras in America is preparing for another spectacular season of parades, pageantry, and revelry as Mobile gears up for Mardi Gras 2025. With a packed schedule of dazzling parades rolling through the streets of downtown Mobile, locals and visitors alike are set for an unforgettable celebration. Mardi Gras in Mobile is […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide has formally made an offer to a quarterback in the class of 2027 with a last name that fans will be extremely familiar with. According to On3 recruiting, Kalen DeBoer and his staff have offered current high school sophomore and Texas native Colton Nussmeier, brother of current LSU Tigers quarterback Garrett […]

Tomorrow, the Alabama Department of Labor will officially become the Alabama Department of Workforce — and Secretary Greg Reed will serve as its first leader. Governor Kay Ivey announced that on February 1, 2025, the transition first initiated by lawmakers during the 2024 state legislative session will go into effect, current Secretary of Labor Marty […]

Another Republican state has seemingly followed the example of Alabama by providing more educational freedom to their students and families. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee called a special session so lawmakers could working on passing the Education Freedom Act — a bill not too dissimilar to the CHOOSE Act that was passed in Alabama just last […]

In this episode of One Day at a Time, host Laurie Dhue speaks with Frank Long, Director of Development at the Lovelady Center in Birmingham, Alabama. The conversation highlights the Lovelady Center’s transformative impact on women and children facing challenges such as addiction, incarceration, homelessness, and domestic violence. Available now on YouTube & Spotify ?️? […]

The 2024-2025 season has been a banner year for the state of Alabama’s men’s basketball programs. 16 in-state teams sit in the top four of their respective conference standings, the most prominent of which are Alabama (18-3, 7-1) and Auburn (19-2, 7-0). The Iron Bowl rivals stand alone atop the SEC, boasting a combined conference […]

Cam Newton, legendary former Auburn Tigers quarterback and 2015 NFL MVP for the Carolina Panthers, has never been afraid to be a little bit out there when it comes to his play, his attire, and more recently — his opinions. Through TV appearances and interviews, including through his own podcast, Newton is showing the world […]

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced on Friday that the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) has formed a task force to work “hand-in-glove” with federal agencies in carrying out the Trump administration’s orders related to illegal immigration – including the largest deportation operation in U.S. history. Ainsworth said in a video message that he will be […]

On Thursday, outside of Jackson Hospital & Clinic, employees, community members, and elected officials rallied in a desperate bid to keep the struggling hospital afloat. Signs reading “Save our jobs!”, “We need Jackson!”, and “Help us, help you!” reflected the community’s concern over the 80-year-old institution’s uncertain future. Jackson Hospital has been grappling with severe […]

U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville made a multiyear stand against a Department of Defense practice instituted by former President Biden’s administration, purposing taxpayers’ money to fund travel for military members and their family members seeking an abortion if they reside in a state with restrictions on the procedure. Part of Tuberville’s efforts included imposing a procedural […]