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The Alabama House State Government Committee convened Wednesday afternoon, January 21, 2026, for a focused but consequential meeting that placed several structural and administrative bills on the table. Streamed live by The Alabama Channel, the session highlighted a series of proposals aimed at tightening executive oversight, clarifying state authority, and updating long‑standing administrative frameworks. Though the meeting carried no formal description beyond its agenda, the legislation u...
On a frigid Sunday morning in St. Petersburg, January 22, 1905, tens of thousands of Russian workers and their families set out on what they believed would be a peaceful march toward the Winter Palace. Led by the charismatic Orthodox priest Father Georgy Gapon, the demonstrators carried religious icons, portraits of Tsar Nicholas II, and a petition pleading for basic reforms: fairer wages, safer working conditions, shorter hours, and a representative national assembly. Their hope was simple and...
January 23, 2026 – MOODY – The University of Alabama has signed standout Moody high school Aubrey Walker in the 2026 draft class. Moody High School won the 5A state championship and Walker played a key role in Moody's dominance over the last two seasons. Walker runs a 4.3 second 40-yard dash. He averaged 16.9 yards a catch in 2025. He had 29 catches for 490 yards and 6 touchdowns in a balanced Moody offensive attack. He also had a rushing touchdown. He is 5'10" and 165 pounds. He also pla...
Birmingham audiences are set to experience one of the most iconic voices of our time when Andrea Bocelli brings his Romanza – 30th Anniversary World Tour to Legacy Arena at the BJCC on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at 8 p.m. The tour celebrates the 30‑year legacy of Romanza, the landmark 1997 album that introduced the world to Bocelli's timeless classic "Con te partirò." The record became one of the best‑selling classical crossover albums in history and helped elevate Bocelli to global stardo...
Alabama State Parks has developed a new program that encourages youngsters to join in the fun the State Parks System provides by becoming Junior Park Rangers. The program is open to children of all ages, with activities designed especially for ages 5-12. Participation is free. Families, school groups and youth organizations are all welcome to join. If the youngsters have no prior outdoor experience, the Junior Park Ranger Program is a great place to start. For kids who are accustomed to the outd...
On January 23, 1570, Scotland witnessed a turning point in both its political turmoil and the history of violence. James Stewart, 1st Earl of Moray, the regent governing on behalf of the infant King James VI, was assassinated in the town of Linlithgow-an act that became the first documented political killing carried out with a firearm. A Nation in Upheaval The Earl of Moray had risen to power during one of Scotland's most volatile eras. Following the forced abdication of Mary, Queen of Scots, Mo...
January 23, 2026 - AUBURN - Auburn's running back room just got deeper and more dynamic with the addition of Tae Meadows, the leading rusher from Troy University in 2025. Meadows officially signed with the Tigers on January 23, bringing SEC experience, in‑state ties, and proven production to a backfield already brimming with talent. From Roanoke to the Plains Meadows, a native of Roanoke, Alabama, began his college career at Troy as a walk‑on in 2022. After redshirting and seeing limited act...
On January 23, 2026, President Donald Trump officially endorsed Senator Tommy Tuberville to be the next Governor of Alabama, issuing a full-throated statement on Truth Social that praised Tuberville's leadership, loyalty, and record of service. "I was proud to endorse 'Coach' when he ran for the Senate in 2020, and am honored to do so again," Trump wrote. "I'd love to keep him as a Senator, because he was great, but he wants to be the Governor in the State he loves, and that's OK with me! Tommy...
The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) has approved one of the most sweeping structural changes in its history - a full separation of public and private schools for postseason play beginning in the fall of 2026. While regular‑season matchups between public and private schools will still be allowed, the road to a state championship will now run on two entirely different tracks. This decision reshapes competitive balance, alters long‑standing traditions, and raises new questions for...
HOOVER - Ken McFeeters officially qualified this morning to run for Governor of Alabama as a Republican, entering the 2026 race with a platform he describes as rooted in "freedom, virtue, and truth" and aimed squarely at challenging what he calls "growing oppression, division, and fear" perpetuated by government and media institutions. McFeeters, a political outsider with a grassroots message, says the Republican primary will offer voters a clear choice about the future of Alabama. His campaign...
MONTGOMERY - Dakarai Larriett officially qualified this week to run for the United States Senate in Alabama as a Democrat, joining a growing field of candidates seeking to challenge Republican dominance in the state's federal delegation. Larriett's campaign emphasizes economic justice, civil rights, and restoring trust in government institutions. His entry into the race sets the stage for a competitive Democratic primary, with Larriett positioning himself as a voice for working families, rural...
How to build a simple mental health routine this winter (no overhaul needed) Winter isn’t just a change in scenery. It’s also a shift in routine and a shock to your physiology. Short days and long nights naturally reduce access to natural light, which can influence mood and circadian rhythms. For some, this contributes to seasonal affective disorder, a form of depression linked to seasonal shifts. Even those without clinical symptoms can still experience the famous “winter blues,” which cause a...
Federal transportation funding, CDL enforcement, and capacity signals are reshaping the freight market for 2026 While many supply chain leaders focused on the peak shopping season, holiday sales, and returns, transportation policy and freight market dynamics continued to move quickly. Over the past month, a series of announcements from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), along with emerging capacity signals in the trucking market, point to a more regulated, infrastructure-heavy, and...
Planning life after high school isn’t easy: 4 tips for students and their families Many high school seniors are now focusing on what they will do once they graduate — or on the fact that they don’t at all know what is to come. Families trying to guide and support these students at the juncture of a major life transition likely also feel nervous about the open-ended possibilities, including starting at a standard four-year college or not attending college at all. Writing in The Conve...
SFIO CRACHO // Shutterstock Alabama has 1 billionaire, see who they are Stacker compiled the richest billionaires in Alabama using data from Forbes. Net worth is as of Jan. 22, 2025. The first billionaire is generally considered to be John D. Rockefeller in 1916, though some argue it was Henry Ford in 1925. Fast-forward over 100 years and there are now around 3,000 billionaires around the world. Read on to see which billionaires live in your area and the richest across the country. Richest billi...
HOOVER – With Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl stepping aside, Alabama Republican Party Vice Chairman Joan Reynolds will assume the role of Chairman, effective immediately. The Alabama Republican Party remains focused and fully operational as it prepares for a pivotal 2026 election cycle. With a seasoned leader like Joan Reynolds at the helm-backed by an experienced and battle-tested staff-Republicans across Alabama can rest assured that the Party won't skip a beat. Chairman Rey...
January 23, 2026 – Retired Congressman Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) considered another run for U.S. Senate (he ran in 2022 and 2017) but decided against it. He considered a run for the Alabama House of Representatives, but told the Alabama Political Contributor's Christopher Peeks that for the his family he was not going to run for anything – and there was speculation that Brooks could run for everything from U.S. Senate, to attorney general, to state house to state senate. Ultimately Brooks dec...
January 23, 2026 - MONTGOMERY - The Alabama High School Athletics Association (AHSAA) retaliated against the Governor and the Alabama Legislature for passing the CHOOSE Act by punishing the private schools. Beginning with the 2026-2027 school year no private school can participate in the same playoffs as Alabama public schools. The AHSAA voted to decrease the number of public school classification from 7 to 6 The private schools were all moved to two different classifications. Below is a clear,...
UAB's roster overhaul under head coach Alex Mortensen has accelerated through an aggressive and targeted approach in the 2026 transfer portal cycle. The Blazers have added a deep, position‑balanced class that blends Power Five experience, Group of Five production, and developmental upside. According to UAB Athletics, the program has brought in 21 transfer additions. While the Blazers did lose star wideout Iverson Hooks-who transferred to Oregon after a breakout 1,065‑yard season-UAB's inc...
On January 24, 2020, China entered one of the most dramatic public‑health responses in modern history. What began as a cluster of unexplained pneumonia cases in Wuhan rapidly escalated into a national emergency, culminating in the lockdown of 15 cities across Hubei Province. The decision, unprecedented in scale and speed, marked a turning point in the global understanding of COVID‑19 and signaled that the world was facing a crisis unlike anything seen in generations. A Province Sealed Off By...
The national spotlight has turned sharply toward Alabama's long‑troubled prison system as The Alabama Solution, a searing documentary built on footage captured by inmates themselves, has earned a coveted Oscar nomination for Best Documentary Feature. The film's recognition places Alabama at the center of one of Hollywood's most prestigious conversations - and forces renewed attention on conditions that many advocates have warned about for years. Co-directed by Andrew Jarecki and Charlotte K...
LEEDS, Ala. - A routine traffic stop in Leeds resulted in two arrests after officers discovered methamphetamine, a stolen firearm, and what they described as interference with the investigation, according to a statement from the Leeds Police Department. The incident occurred on January 14, 2026, in the 7300 block of President Street, where officers pulled over a vehicle and made contact with a man later identified as Jacob Garcia Martinez, 41, of Birmingham. Police say Martinez was found to be...
The late radio teacher, J. Vernon McGee, had a famous line: “When Satan fell, he fell into the choir loft!” This comment may be a bit arcane since contemporary churches may not have a loft or choir, but a ‘praise team” on stage or platform. But maybe McGee was onto something—at least in a few cases I know. One Sunday our pianist (this was many moons ago) played a beautiful arrangement just before the sermon. When I stepped to the pulpit, I thanked her and mentioned how I was moved by the rendi...
On January 25, 1533, in a quiet ceremony far removed from the splendor and spectacle normally associated with English royalty, King Henry VIII secretly married Anne Boleyn. The event, conducted in utmost secrecy at Whitehall Palace, marked a turning point not only in Henry's personal life but in the political and religious trajectory of England itself. What began as a private union would soon ignite a revolution that reshaped the nation's identity, its church, and its monarchy. The clandestine...
The Islamic Republic of Iran is facing its most violent internal crisis in decades, as a wave of nationwide protests has triggered a brutal crackdown that has left more than 16,000 people dead and hundreds of thousands injured, according to reports from human rights organizations and medical professionals inside the country. The unrest, which began in late December 2025, has escalated into what observers are calling one of the largest massacres in modern Iranian history. The protests were...
