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Montgomery, Ala. - March 24, 2026 - At exactly 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Ken McFeeters stepped onto the front steps of the Alabama Capitol Building to announce that he has officially filed a lawsuit against U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and the Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP). The announcement drew a crowd of reporters, activists, and onlookers who gathered to hear McFeeters outline the basis of his legal challenge. Speaking from a small podium positioned at the top of the Capitol steps, McFeeters...
March 24, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Newly sworn‑in Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin delivered his first official message to Department of Homeland Security employees today, outlining his priorities and expressing appreciation for the workforce during the ongoing government shutdown. Secretary Mullin, who took the oath of office earlier in the day, emphasized his commitment to carrying out President Donald Trump's homeland security agenda. In his message, he highlighted what he d...
Moody, Ala. - A multi‑agency search for three individuals who fled from a wrecked vehicle early Wednesday morning has been called off after authorities determined the suspects likely stole another car and left the area. The incident began when a vehicle pursuit entered Moody along Interstate 20 eastbound between the 144 and 146 mile markers. Officers successfully deployed spike strips, disabling the fleeing vehicle. After the car wrecked near the Carl Jones Road and Village Drive area, three o...
Washington, D.C. - Mounting frustration over widespread tax refund delays has prompted a forceful response from senior members of the House Ways and Means Committee. Oversight Subcommittee Ranking Member Terri A. Sewell (AL‑07) and Worker and Family Support Subcommittee Ranking Member Danny K. Davis (IL‑07) are demanding transparency from the Department of the Treasury after more than 1.4 million taxpayers received notices that their refunds are being held-many for months. The lawmakers say Tre...
The Knights of Columbus at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church are gearing up for one of their most anticipated community events of the year: the annual Spring Flea Market, set for March 26–28 in the church's youth center. Known for its friendly atmosphere, wide variety of items, and strong community spirit, the event has become a beloved tradition for parishioners and local families alike. The Thursday and Friday sales go from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The Saturday sales goes from 8:00 a.m. t...
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) Women's Basketball team has made history, advancing to the NCAA Division II national semifinals for the first time since the program's founding. The Chargers will take on Grand Valley State on Thursday, March 26, at the UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with tipoff set for 7:30 p.m. CDT. Fans across North Alabama will have multiple opportunities to cheer on the Chargers as UAH partners with local restaurants and venues to host publi...
The former Birmingham‑Southern College campus will soon take on a new national mission. Federal leaders announced that the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has officially selected the shuttered campus as the site of its next major training center-an investment that Alabama's congressional delegation says will strengthen homeland security while giving new life to one of Birmingham's most historic properties. The announcement came in Washington, where U.S. Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville and R...
March 6, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala.– Wes Allen, Alabama's Secretary of State, praises the Alabama Legislature for passing HB 214 – a ban on foreign national influence in Alabama elections. The bill bans foreign nationals and foreign corporations from directly or indirectly donating to political candidates or political action committees for any election for candidates, constitutional amendments, or referendums. Secretary Allen thanks Representative James Lomax (R-Huntsville) and Senator Dan Rob...
March 5, 2026 - Washington, D.C. - President Donald Trump announced Thursday that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi L. Noem will leave her post at the end of the month, ending a tenure marked by sweeping immigration crackdowns, the dismantling of FEMA, and persistent controversy over the direction of the Department of Homeland Security. Trump said Noem will be replaced by Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R‑Okla.), a first‑term senator and longtime ally of the administration. The transition will take eff...
March 5, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama House of Representatives has passed a sweeping package of Career and Technical Education (CTE) legislation designed to expand opportunities for students, bolster the state's workforce, and keep Alabama competitive in fast‑growing industries. The package includes a resolution urging a $150 million statewide investment to expand and modernize career tech programs. Lawmakers described the effort as one of the most significant CTE expansions in r...
March 4, 2026 - TEHRAN, Iran - Iran is entering a volatile and unprecedented leadership transition as multiple reports indicate that the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has exerted heavy pressure on the 88‑member Assembly of Experts to select Mojtaba Khamenei, age 56, as the country's next Supreme Leader. The move comes amid intense political uncertainty and widespread debate over Mojtaba's limited clerical credentials and the growing dominance of Iran's security establishment. A S...
The U.S. beef cattle herd has shrunk dramatically over the past 15 years, falling from 31.7 million beef cows in 2010 to roughly 27.9 million in 2025 - a decline of about 12%. This contraction is part of a broader national trend: total cattle and calves in the U.S. have fallen to 86–87 million head, the lowest levels since the early 1950s. Why the Herd Has Declined 🌡️ Prolonged Drought and Weather Stress Drought has been the single most powerful driver of herd liquidation. Many major cattle...
MONTGOMERY - Economic developer and policy analyst Dr. Nicole Jones Wadsworth joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher M. Peeks for a wide‑ranging conversation on The BCS Show, offering a detailed look at the economic forces shaping Alabama's future. Known for her deep research on industrial recruitment, workforce development, and fiscal policy, Dr. Jones Wadsworth used the interview to highlight both the opportunities and the vulnerabilities facing the state as it continues to grow. The d...
MONTGOMERY - In a wide‑ranging conversation on The BCS State of Alabama Podcast, State Representative Ed Oliver (R‑Dadeville) sat down with hosts Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing Alabama heading into the 2026 legislative session. The interview touched on rural healthcare, veterans' services, public safety, and major leadership changes within the Alabama House Republican Caucus. Oliver, who represents House District 81, used the int...
March 3, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama veterans will soon have a new opportunity to continue their service in the state's classrooms. Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed Senate Bill 149 into law, creating a temporary teaching certificate designed specifically for former service members and marking one of her key legislative priorities for the 2026 session. The new law establishes the Military Veteran Temporary Teaching Certificate, a credential that allows eligible veterans to teach in Alaba...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Representative Mack Butler joined Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks on The BCS Show to discuss the 2026 legislative session, offering his perspective on the issues he believes will shape Alabama's political landscape this year. The conversation, posted under the title "Rep. Mac Butler on the 2026 Alabama legislative session," highlighted Butler's focus on conservative governance, local control, and what he views as the most pressing challenges facing his district...
March 2, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - As the U.S.–Israel war with Iran enters a volatile new phase, the Pentagon is accelerating the largest American military buildup in the Middle East in decades. Senior defense officials now acknowledge that additional U.S. troops, aircraft, and naval assets are flowing into the region daily, reflecting Washington's expectation that the conflict will intensify and potentially widen. While the Pentagon has not deployed large-scale ground combat brigades, it has b...
March 3, 2026 - TAMPA, Fla. (Central Command Headquarters) - U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) announced that Iran's naval presence in the Gulf of Oman has been completely eliminated, declaring that the Iranian regime went from 11 ships to none in just 48 hours. The statement, posted on X, marks one of the most sweeping U.S. military actions against Iran's maritime forces in decades. CENTCOM's Statement and Its Significance CENTCOM's message was blunt: "Two days ago, the Iranian regime had 11...
The U.S.–Israel war against Iran entered its third day Monday under rapidly escalating conditions, marked by the deaths of three American service members in Kuwait and a stunning friendly‑fire incident that brought down three U.S. Air Force F‑15E Strike Eagles. The widening conflict has triggered waves of Iranian missile and drone attacks across the region, strained air defenses among U.S. partners, and left American commanders warning that further casualties are likely as operations inten...
On February 28, 202 BC, a former peasant‑turned‑rebel leader named Liu Bang ascended the throne as Emperor Gaozu of Han, marking the beginning of one of the most influential dynasties in world history. His coronation did more than end years of civil war-it launched a four‑century era of political stability, cultural flourishing, and imperial identity that would shape China for millennia. The Han Dynasty became so foundational that the majority ethnic group in China still calls itself the "Han...
Alabama's approval of SB230 places the state among a growing national group that now allows candidates and elected officials to use campaign funds for personal and cybersecurity protection. The measure reflects a broader trend across the country as political threats rise and states look for ways to safeguard public servants without shifting the cost to taxpayers. Alabama's New Law and What It Does SB230, sponsored by Sen. Sam Givhan, adds a new section to Alabama's Fair Campaign Practices Act...
SELMA, Ala. - On Sunday, March 8, national, state, and local leaders will gather at Selma's historic Tabernacle Baptist Church to reflect on the legacy of Bloody Sunday and usher in the 61st annual Congressional Civil Rights Pilgrimage through Alabama. U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL‑07) will host the event alongside Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Congressional Black Caucus Chairwoman Yvette D. Clarke (NY‑09), U.S. Rep. Shomari C. Figures (AL‑02), Selma Mayor Johnny Moss, Pastor Otis Dion Culli...
The fall of the Alamo on March 6, 1836, stands as one of the most enduring and emotionally charged moments in American history-a story of defiance, sacrifice, and the forging of a new identity on the Texas frontier. What happened inside that battered mission compound over 13 days became far larger than a single battle. It became a rallying cry, a political symbol, and a cultural touchstone that still resonates across the South and the nation. The Road to the Siege The Texas Revolution had...
On March 7, 1965, a quiet Sunday afternoon in Selma, Alabama, became one of the most defining and devastating moments of the Civil Rights Movement. What began as a peaceful march for voting rights ended in a violent assault by Alabama state troopers and local law enforcement on the Edmund Pettus Bridge-an attack that shocked the nation and helped force the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. The Road to the Bridge By early 1965, Selma had become the epicenter of the struggle for Black voti...
On March 8, 1917, a wave of strikes and demonstrations erupted in Petrograd, Russia. What began as protests over food shortages and wartime exhaustion quickly escalated into a mass uprising that toppled the centuries‑old Romanov dynasty. Although the Bolsheviks did not yet control the revolution at this early stage, the unrest of March 8 set in motion the chain of events that would ultimately bring them to power later that year. By November 1917, the Bolsheviks-led by Vladimir Lenin-seized c...
