Trump Administration urges Alabama to remove gender ideology from federally funded educational resources
Alabama has received a directive from the Trump administration mandating the removal of all references to gender ideology from federally funded personal responsibility education program (PREP) materials. The state has 60 days to comply, and this order affects 40 states, five regions, and Washington, DC. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is […]
Alabama plans to challenge the State Senate redistricting decision and requests a delay while the Supreme Court considers the Louisiana case.
Alabama has filed an appeal against a federal court ruling that impacted parts of its state Senate map. The state is requesting the court to pause the order while the U.S. Supreme Court reviews a closely watched constituency case involving Louisiana this upcoming fall. In a status update submitted on Wednesday, legal representatives for Secretary […]
Alabama will establish a new manufacturing partnership involving three states, supported by three universities, governors, and utility companies.
Southeast States Form New Auto Manufacturing Partnership Georgia and Mississippi are teaming up with Alabama to establish a partnership aimed at enhancing automobile and battery manufacturing in the Southeast. This collaboration supports the University of Alabama, University of Georgia, and Mississippi State University, along with the governors from all three states, and electric utility companies […]
Alabama Arise marks the implementation of grocery tax cuts
Sales Tax Cut on Food in Alabama As of September 1st, House Bill 386 is now in effect, reducing Alabama’s sales tax on food from 3% to 2%. This new law also gives counties and local governments the option to lower local grocery taxes. State Assemblyman Danny Garrett, a Republican from Trussville, introduced the bill, […]
Ex-Decatur officer appeals to Alabama Supreme Court for help
Former Officer Seeks Supreme Court Intervention in Murder Case Mac Bailey Marquette, a former Decatur police officer, has filed a petition requesting that his case be taken up by the Alabama Supreme Court to dismiss his murder charge. Marquette is facing charges related to the death of Steve Perkins, who was killed during a foreclosure […]
Complete DNC votes to remove Alabama members
Dispute Within Alabama Democrats Continues The tensions among Alabama Democrats regarding the Kuomintang persist. Earlier this week, the Democratic National Committee (DNC) rejected a motion to temporarily allow three Alabama DNC members to hold their positions until a new election could be arranged, following concerns noted by the DNC. This vote came after three Alabama […]
James Spann: Light rain expected in parts of Alabama later today or tonight
Weather Update for Alabama This morning in Alabama, temperatures are comfortable, ranging from 58 to 65 degrees. It feels pretty nice for the end of August. Expect an increase in cloud cover as the day progresses, and there’s a chance of light rain this afternoon and into the evening. Humidity is low, so some areas […]
Alabama officials express sorrow over the mass shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis
Shooting at Minneapolis Catholic School Claims Lives In a tragic incident at a Catholic school in Minneapolis, two young students, aged 8 and 10, lost their lives, and 17 others were injured due to a shooting. The shooter, identified as 23-year-old Robert “Robin” Westman, reportedly executed the act during a morning mass. This attack marked […]
Study suggests Birmingham Stallions will depart Alabama in significant UFL change
Birmingham Stallions May Relocate in 2026 The reigning UFL Champion Birmingham Stallions could be heading elsewhere, as reports suggest significant changes are coming to the Spring Football League. League Insider James Larsen indicated that a former USFL team, which joined the XFL to establish the UFL last season, will be moving to a new market […]
Legislators alerted to increasing SNAP expenses in Alabama during budget meeting
Alabama Lawmakers Face Potential Budget Challenges This week, Alabama lawmakers received a warning about possible changes to the Federal Nutrition Assistance Rules, which could result in over $200 million added to the state budget by 2028. During a meeting of the Joint Legislative Budget Committee, the Nancy Buckner Committee of Human Resources discussed how federal […]