On Monday morning, Governor Kay Ivey swore in Will Parker, her General Counsel since 2019, as an Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice.

Government and law enforcement officials cut the ribbon on the FBI’s National Counter-Unmanned Training Center last week.

The Alabama Crimson Tide handled the LSU Tigers at Bryant-Denny Stadium on Saturday night in a game that DeBoer said he was proud of.

A Lauderdale County jury found suspended Judge Gil Self guilty of 17 of the 18 charges for which he had been on trial the past three weeks.

Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones is teasing a political comeback — and Alabama Republicans are already sharpening their knives in 2026.

Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter appointed State Rep. Rick Rehm (R-Dothan) to serve on the Military Stability Commission.

U.S. Senator Katie Britt was active in the deliberations to reopen the government, saying the vote offers a win for everyday Americans.

7. President Donald Trump proposed introducing 50-year mortgages to reduce monthly payments amid a housing market slump with sales at 30-year lows due to high rates and prices; FHFA Director William Pulte called it a “game changer” while exploring assumable mortgages, allowing buyers to inherit sellers’ lower rates. 6. President Donald Trump stated that eliminating […]

Longtime Samford football coach Chris Hatcher has been relieved of his duties following a decisive 38-14 home loss to East Tennessee State.

Veterans have given much to our country, and Regions Bank associates understand the importance of not just recognizing that sacrifice but finding meaningful ways to serve those who have selflessly served us. The bank’s support for veterans and active duty military is demonstrated in several ways: from offering targeted financial guidance and education to creating employment opportunities […]

Learn how the App Store Accountability Act safeguards Alabama's youth by instituting essential guardrails for app downloads.

Quilts are warm. Quilts are comfortable. Quilts tell a story, spark memories and stand as works of art. But perhaps the greatest function a quilt can have is to bring peace and comfort to those who defend this nation. That’s the belief behind Quilts of Valor, an organization that started with a mother wanting to […]

Since former Alabama Crimson Tide legendary head coach Nick Saban hung up the whistle and chose to retire almost two years ago, one of the biggest positives has been seeing the way he’s been able to spend time with his family. Coaching is one of the most demanding professions out there, and for as much […]

A new chapter in Birmingham dining begins today as Lapeer Steak & Seafood opens its doors at The Hardwick on First Avenue South. The restaurant, led by Co-Executive Chefs Blake Hartley and Andy Long, reimagines the timeless joy of dining through the lens of a modern steak and seafood house—where prime cuts meet pristine fish and oysters, […]

As Alabama continues to face one of the lowest cardiac arrest survival rates in the country, community leaders in Birmingham and Huntsville are stepping up efforts to train more residents in lifesaving CPR techniques. According to the American Heart Association, only three percent of people who suffer cardiac arrest outside of a hospital survive in […]

Governor Kay Ivey proclaims November 5–11 as Veterans Week. Discover how Alabama supports its veterans and their service to the nation.

After being part of an internal team to make Alabama’s saltwater fishing among the best in the nation for more than 27 years, Kevin Anson was recently promoted to Director of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources’ (ADCNR) Marine Resources Division (MRD). Anson assumes the leadership role previously held by Colonel Scott Bannon, […]

All politics has become nationalized today. Therefore, whenever something happens on the national level, I hear about it. I can tell by the number of comments when something has struck a nerve. This latest government shutdown, due to a congressional standoff, struck a nerve.  It surprised me because these federal government shutdowns have become somewhat […]

Governor Kay Ivey highlights the Alabama CHOOSE Act: see how it empowers families like the Walkers to thrive in education.

Another week is upon the college football watching public, and with the calendar now turning to November, the games have never meant more as things move toward the culmination of the regular season and ultimately the College Football Playoff. With just a few games left in the season, the stakes are high, conference titles will […]

Birmingham resident Tasha Gray recently appeared on the October 6, 2025, episode of “Wheel of Fortune”, bringing a touch of Alabama pride to the popular game show. Although she didn’t win the top prize, Gray’s positive attitude and enthusiasm stood out to viewers. According to a recap of the episode below, she described herself as […]

Many people don’t realize how closely the work in the Poarch Creek Indians Tribal Historic Preservation Department (THPD) ties into who we are as Poarch Creek people. Their mission goes beyond preserving artifacts or old buildings; it’s about protecting our identity, reinforcing our sovereignty, and ensuring our story continues to be told by us. Did […]

Over the last couple of weeks, many fans across the country have been unable to watch games they look forward to all week due to an ongoing dispute between YouTube TV and its parent company Google against ESPN and Disney. The dispute has resulted in all ESPN and ABC content not being accessible on YouTube […]

Is the government shutdown about to wrap up? Can Colorado whine their way back to getting Space Command back? Why are Republicans even playing nice with the Alabama Education Association (AEA)? All this and more on Alabama Politics This Week, on TV, radio, and online all over Alabama… Mecca Musick is the CEO of 256 Today. Sign […]