7. Alabama and Auburn are clearly optimistic about making the playoffs, and for the first time since 2009, neither Bryant-Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa nor Jordan-Hare Stadium in Auburn will be the site of the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) Super 7 high school state football championships. The AHSAA announced the change because an expansion of the College Football Playoff could result in more home games for both teams, likely Alabama. Protective Stadium in Birmingham, Hancock Whitney Stadium in Mobile and Cramton Bowl in Montgomery may be used instead.

6. Amtrak's Bad Deal die The city of Mobile could be costing state taxpayers money to enter into a land lease and $3 million in contracts. Mobile Mayor Stimpson proposed splitting the $3 million evenly between the state, city and port. The governor's office responded positively, but noted the current budget has already been passed. But Stimpson said the city is currently working on agreement language to ensure it has the necessary funding for the trains, which would amount to a loss of $373 for each passenger who rides the train.

Five. The Biden administration commute In an effort to stop President Joe Biden's drug addict son from being convicted on three federal gun charges, authorities will naturally try everything they can to keep him from going to prison. White House spokeswoman Karine Jean-Pierre said the sentence has not yet been scheduled and that Biden has ruled out the possibility of pardoning his son, but that there is no additional information on commuting his sentence.

Four. New Politico/Morning Consult Poll reveal There are deep doubts about Vice President Kamala Harris' electability and presidential record, similar to the concerns they have about President Joe Biden, whom they want out of office. Harris has slightly higher approval ratings among black voters and key Democratic bases, but only a third of voters think she could win as the Democratic nominee, and skepticism about her leadership is widespread, especially among independents.

3. State taxpayers Soaking wet According to 1819 News, the publication, published by the liberal political blog Alabama Political Reporter, stands to make nearly $100,000 in 2024 in exchange for favorable media coverage. APR has received significant funding from state government agencies while maintaining a critical tone toward state Republicans and providing favorable coverage of certain state agencies and government officials.

2. Pro-Ukrainian forces after President Joe Biden threatens Americans with F-15s group An assassination list has been drawn up for Americans who oppose the unlimited funding of Ukrainian flower shops and pension systems allegedly supported by the State Department. Now Senator J.D. Vance (R-Ohio) and Representative Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) are demanding an explanation from Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Senator Vance and Representative Gaetz are seeking details from the State Department about funding and instructions to these NGOs, emphasizing that U.S. tax dollars should not be used to attack Americans for their political views.

1. According to a new poll by Public Opinion Strategies commissioned by the National Republican Congressional Committee and Rep. Carolyn Dobson, Dobson has a “clear path to victory” in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District. The poll shows a statistical tie between Joe Biden and President Donald Trump in Alabama's newly drawn 2nd Congressional District. The poll shows a significant shift, with Biden's approval rating among black voters in the district dropping 22 points since 2020 and the economy being a top concern, giving Dobson a 48% to 43% lead over Shomali Figures when voters are informed about both candidates.

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