Israel and Hamas have reached a 42-day cease-fire deal, securing the release of 33 hostages, including civilians and soldiers, in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners and humanitarian aid for Gaza

The Birmingham Biotechnology Hub, driven by Southern Research, has secured a $44 million grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) to position Alabama as a global leader in biotechnology.  The grant will support projects advancing drug, vaccine, and diagnostic development using artificial intelligence-driven biotechnology. It will serve both healthcare innovation and […]

U.S. Sens. Tuberville and Britt reacted to President-elect Donald Trump's sentence in his "hush money" trial.

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories.

Governor Kay Ivey has declared a state of emergency for 37 Alabama counties in anticipation of a winter storm bringing snow, sleet, and freezing rain

Alabama National Guard has activated around 350 Guardsmen to assist in severe winter weather response, with six Mobility Support Teams stationed across the northern and central parts of the state

At his wild Mar-a-Lago press conference, President-elect Donald Trump outlined controversial positions, including his refusal to rule out military action in pursuit of control over Greenland,  Canada, and the Panama Canal, emphasizing economic security while mentioning that he may be renaming the Gulf of Mexico

All members of Alabama’s delegation, including Democratic Reps. Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) and Shomari Figures (D-Mobile), joined their Republican colleagues to vote in favor of the Laken Riley Act. The bill, which intends to crack down on immigration enforcement and prevent tragedies like the murder of 22-year-old nursing student Laken Riley, passed the House with strong […]

As it is January 6, the media, their Democrats', and some sad Republicans' favorite holiday is now here so the black security fences are back up, 500 National Guard soldiers are on call, the remembrances are underway, and the frowns on cable news hosts faces have returned as they wonder if President-elect Donald Trump can be stopped or if Democrats will hypocritically throw tantrums on the floor of the U.S. House

U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) continues to be a vocal advocate for quickly confirming President Trump’s nominees. In a recent Birmingham radio interview on Talk 99.5’s “Dixon and Vining” show, Britt told guest hosts Jeff Poor and Scott Buttram, “January 20, a new day begins, and I’m excited for what it means for America.” She […]

Nearly 3,000 Alabama families applied for education savings accounts on the first day of eligibility under the CHOOSE Act, which allows up to $7,000 per child for private school expenses or $2,000 per child for homeschool costs

Our country is in the throes of a mental health crisis, and it’s our kids who are suffering the most. While social media is far from the only contributor, it stands out as a major culprit. As a mom, it worries me for my own kids and their friends. As a Senator, it makes me […]

President Trump recently announced Paul Atkins as his choice to lead the US Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC). The appointment of Atkins, which is pending confirmation by the U.S. Senate, is a significant development for businesses and consumers in Alabama. In announcing the pick, President Trump hailed his new SEC nominee as a “proven leader […]

President-elect Donald Trump was definitely working on Christmas Day by firing off Truth Social posts targeting Canada, Greenland, the Panama Canal, China, President Joe Biden, and "leftist lunatics."

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 […]

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 […]

U.S. Sen. Katie Britt believes every effort needs to me made to expand energy production and lower the cost of energy in the U.S.

The Alabama Farmers Federation is asking Congress to quickly provide both economic and disaster relief for America's producers. The organization expressed particular concern about the inability of many farmers to make a profit this year.

Radio talk show host Dale Jackson and 256 Today CEO Mecca Musick, take you through Alabama’s biggest political stories

A underwhelming DOJ report revealed that the FBI had 26 confidential informants at the January 6 Capitol riots, with most engaging in illegal activity, though no evidence showed FBI agents orchestrated the violence

President-elect Donald Trump’s nominees to his cabinet, currently before the U.S. Senate for confirmation, are making the rounds with Alabama Sen. Katie Britt — including his nominee to lead the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Kash Patel. With a sizable legacy project at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, the Bureau views the state as a key […]

President-elect Donald Trump was named Time's "Person of the Year," the magazine announced Thursday.

The American people have spoken loud and clear. They delivered the Republican Party majorities in the United States Senate and the House of Representatives and sent President Donald J. Trump back to the White House. With this electoral triumph achieved, it is time to unite as a nation and get America back on track. The sweeping results at the ballot box confirm the American people want conservative, commonsense solutions to the challenges we all face. President Trump has proven time and again that […]

A viral video showing individuals walking through downtown Birmingham streets with firearms has sparked widespread attention and concern among residents and visitors. Mayor Randall Woodfin addressed the issue in a news conference, stating that while the display of firearms was alarming, the only apparent illegal act in the footage was jaywalking due to Alabama’s relaxed firearm permit laws