Chairman Rex Reynolds: Alabama’s statewide opioid strategy aims to reduce addiction, aid recovery, and support veterans

For the last three years, Alabama has been receiving funds from federal settlements with major pharmaceutical companies, totaling over $300 million so far. I think this amount will keep increasing as time goes on. These funds are part of the state’s Opioid Settlement Fund, which has been designated by Congress. In 2022, Congress set up […]
“An immediate outcome of divine grace” – Judge Matt Fridy on his recovery journey after a heart attack

Judge Fridi Shares Update After Heart Attack Alabama Civic Appeal Court Judge Matt Fridi released his first official statement on Thursday, just a week after experiencing a heart attack. He expressed confidence in his medical team’s efforts and faith in divine support, believing that it has guided him toward recovery. Fridi recounted how his wife, […]
Longleaf Recovery & Wellness increases mental health services in Alabama with additional locations.

Longleaf Recovery and Wellness Expands Mental Health Programs Longleaf Recovery and Wellness has announced the expansion of its mental health wellness programs to Huntsville and Baldwin County, aimed at improving access to intensive outpatient care across Alabama. The new locations will offer services that are often challenging to find outside of a hospital, catering to […]
Lulu Gribbin shares her thoughts on recovery and newfound love for golf in conversation with Rick Karle.

Nearly a year after 16-year-old Lulu Grivin survived a shark attack, she showcased her golfing talents at the Tradition Pro-Am, held at the Greystone Founders course. Accompanied by her sister and golf coach, Mk Horton, Lulu created some memorable moments on the 17th Hole. Her remarkable resilience has resonated with both amateur and professional golfers, […]
“Hope for his recovery”: Alabama congressional delegation responds to Biden’s cancer diagnosis

Alabama Legislators Express Support for Biden The Alabama Legislature delegation has expressed their support for former President Joe Biden following the announcement of his prostate cancer diagnosis. “Melania and I are saddened to hear about Joe Biden’s recent medical diagnosis,” said former President Trump in The Truth Society. “We will be sending our warmest wishes […]
L.A. County faces $2 billion in fire recovery costs, straining budget

The LA County government is facing a budget cut of about $89 million, being added with a fire recovery cost of about $2 billion and the biggest sexual abuse settlement in US history. To fill the budget gap, the county will have to fill hundreds of vacant locations, but layoffs are not expected, county chief […]
Soboroff bows out as L.A. fire recovery czar, with some parting shots

Last week as L.A.’s fire recovery emperor, Steve Soborov said he was locked out of almost high-level plans from the start, raising questions about why Mayor Karen Bass chose him and whether the reconstruction from the Parisades fire is on track. A longtime civic leader who likes to speak his heart prefers to speak at […]
Palisades water cleared for drinking after wildfire as Bass touts speed of fire recovery

Pacific Palisade residents and businesses will be able to use water safely this week, Mayor Karenbus announced Thursday, touting the milestone as a sign of speedy efforts to rebuild the devastated neighborhood. The “Don’t Drink” notification will be lifted on Friday, the two-month anniversary of the fatal Palisade fire after LA Water and Power engineers […]
L.A. recovery czar sounds off over working for free: “I was lied to”

Mayor Karen Bass Steve Soborov, emperor of Wild Fire Recovery, is unhappy with working for free, telling the audience that they “lied” and texts to back it up. I had an email. A statement made last week by a group of Harvard West Lake School alumni, attempting to deal with what Soborov calls the “elephant […]
Wildfire recovery czar will work for free after criticism over planned $500,000 salary

Facing intense criticism of her Chief Wildfire Recovery Officer’s planned salary of $500,000 for a 90-day job, Mayor Karen Bass reversed the course on Saturday evening, with Steve Soborov paying He said he would not receive it. Soboroff’s salary would have been fully funded by the charity, but the Times first reported early Saturday morning. […]