7 Things to Know

7. In a significant change for Alabama football, they’ll stop facing LSU annually but will continue to play against Auburn, Mississippi, Tennessee, Georgia, and Vanderbilt each year. This adjustment comes as part of a new scheduling format within the Southeastern Conference.

6. Following a violent weekend with several fatalities, Mayor Stephen Reed has called for peace in Montgomery. He’s urging community involvement to help reduce violence, although there are lingering questions regarding the involvement of the National Guard.

5. The Trump administration has suggested a possible connection between using Tylenol during pregnancy and an increased risk of autism. While this claim is stirring discussions and surprises, some health experts point out that recent research, encompassing 27 studies, indicates potential links, though a few studies do not support this idea.

4. Local elections in Alabama are bringing attention to the need for more state oversight. The Guntersville mayoral race has become particularly heated, with state legislators Barbara Drummond and Spiro Cheriogotis, alongside former state senators, competing in this crucial election.

3. Jimmy Kimmel is preparing to return to ABC tonight after a pause due to issues with Sinclair. Despite Disney resolving the suspension, Kimmel expressed concerns, stating that the continuation of a suspension on his show seems unjustified until there’s a clear commitment regarding professionalism and accountability from ABC.

2. Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl has announced his retirement. He confirmed that his son, Stephen Pearl, will take over as head coach, clarifying he will not pursue a run for the U.S. Senate in 2026.

1. CNN analyst Harry Enten has warned Democrats about the potential risks they face in the upcoming midterm elections. He pointed out that a majority of Americans tend to trust Republicans more than Democrats on significant issues like immigration, crime, and the economy.