Senate Approval of the OBBBA Featured Intense Discussions Over IRA Subsidies

Senate Approves Big Beautiful Bill Act with Tiebreaker Vote Vice President JD Vance cast a pivotal tiebreaker vote as the U.S. Senate passed the final version of the Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) with a 51-50 vote on Tuesday. This outcome, a win for Republicans in both the Trump administration and Congress, was marked by […]
Hemp regulation bill awaits Ivey’s decision following public petition against it and industry discussions.

The contentious bill that governs hemp-derived products in Alabama is currently awaiting the decision of Gov. Kay Ivey. House Bill 445, which Congress passed in early May, has garnered significant attention from small business owners, patients, advocates, and even law enforcement. Many believe that stronger regulations are essential. Ivey has several options: she can sign […]
Alabama Senate Pro Tem expresses reluctance about legal gaming discussions in the 2026 session.

The effort to push through a legal gaming bill in Alabama for 2024 fizzled out quietly at the end of the legislative session, as it failed to garner any votes in the Alabama Senate. This attempt essentially wrapped up the discussions surrounding a law filed by State Senator Greg Albritton (R-Atmore) for 2025, which also […]
Jabo Waggoner: Safeguarding the core of Alabama’s economy during reconciliation discussions

In Alabama, hardworking families, veterans, small business owners, and farmers are essential to our economy and way of life. From rural areas to expanding towns, these Alabamians create opportunities, fortify their communities, and propel the state forward. As discussions in Washington unfold about a significant settlement package, it’s crucial we remember where true prosperity starts. […]
Bessemer Planning Commission moves forward with data center rezoning plan despite public discussions

Bessemer Planning and Zoning Committee Takes Steps for Data Center Development On Tuesday, the Bessemer Planning and Zoning Committee made a significant move to allow hyperscale data center projects on over 670 acres near Rock Mountain Lake Road. The plans, submitted by Logistics Land Investments, propose a multi-building technology campus on land that’s currently designated […]
Owner Jerry Reinsdorf Currently In ‘Active Discussions’ To Sell Chicago White Sox: REPORT

Several major developments are coming from Chi Town. Needless to say, the Chicago White Sox had their worst season in history in 2024. Record of 41 wins and 121 lossesMost losses in a franchise’s history in a single season. Well, there may be some bad blood over this whole thing, as a report on Wednesday […]
Santa Cruz County 2023-24 budget discussions underway – Santa Cruz Sentinel

A visual overview of Santa Cruz County’s proposed 2023-24 budget compared to the last two years of data. (Courtesy – Santa Cruz County) SANTA CRUS — Santa Cruz County officials shared an outline of the proposed 2023-24 budget this week at the first of four scheduled hearings on the subject over five weeks. A lengthy […]