The people's voice of reason
The people's voice of reason
Sorted by date Results 1 - 25 of 79
February 23, 1883 - MONTGOMERY - When Alabama lawmakers gathered in Montgomery on February 23, 1883, they likely did not imagine they were about to make national history. Yet on that day, Alabama became the first state in the nation to enact an antitrust law-an extraordinary milestone that placed the state at the forefront of America's early struggle to rein in monopolies, protect consumers, and preserve fair competition. This pioneering statute, passed nearly a decade before Congress adopted...
Top global expansion ecommerce markets: Where US-based brands are growing next As cross-border ecommerce continues to outpace many domestic channels, U.S.-based brands are looking beyond their home market for their next phase of growth. Globally, 59% of shoppers purchase from retailers outside their home country, and 35% do so at least once a month, underscoring how mainstream international buying behavior has become. Certain international markets consistently provide the right mix of demand,...
Empowering patients: How technology is reshaping doctor-patient interactions In today's fast-paced world, a 30-minute annual check-up with your primary care doctor may seem insufficient to manage your overall health. However, technology is transforming these interactions, allowing patients to become more involved in their healthcare. Home monitors, smart watches, and wearable tech enable patients to bring their own health data to appointments, providing valuable context and insights for their...
RJM Behind the Lens // Shutterstock Most commonly seen birds in Alabama Stacker compiled a list of the most common birds seen near feeders in Alabama using data from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Project FeederWatch. Birds are ranked by the percent of sites visited from Jan. 31 to Feb. 13. Ties are broken by the average group size when seen, any further ties were not broken. Data was collected at 60 count sites in Alabama. States with less than 10 count sites were not included in rankings...
Shorter, Alabama - Riggs Walker, a conservative Republican with more than 26 years of experience in criminal law, has officially launched his campaign for Place 5 on the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals. Walker, 57, is a lifelong resident of Shorter, Alabama. He earned a B.A. in Speech Communication from Auburn University in 1991 and worked in the printing industry to support himself through law school, graduating from Jones School of Law in 1998. His legal career began with a clerkship under C...
February 22, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM, Ala. - Sunday night, Alabamians proved that the Yellowhammer State is far from impervious to the beauty of Italian Opera. As they filled the 16,250 capacity Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama for none other than Andrea Bocelli, a tall lyric tenor who has sold over 90 million records. Even members of the local police who were directing traffic for the concert expressed astonishment at how exceptionally busy it was as people rented limousines to spend an evening ba...
February 23, 2026 - MEXICO - Widespread violence swept across Mexico after the country's military killed Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes - better known as "El Mencho" - the powerful leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG). The operation, carried out on February 22 in the western state of Jalisco, triggered a wave of retaliatory attacks that paralyzed major cities, shut down schools, and prompted urgent U.S. security warnings. A Major Cartel Figure Killed Mexican security forces...
February 23, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – 2026 Democratic candidate for Governor of Alabama Dr. Will Boyd will address Alabama cannabis advocates at the Alabama State house. Boyd is a Florence pastor, a former city councilman, and regular Democratic candidate. Boyd came out strong last year against Alabama's psychoactive hemp regulation bill. "What happened in the Alabama House wasn't just bad policy-it was a direct hit to farmers, patients, veterans, and our economy," said Boyd. "It ignored sci...
MONTGOMERY, Ala) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall led a coalition of 24 States in filing a letter with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services urging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to stop federal funding of sex-change procedures on children. The letter, sent to Secretary Kennedy, issues direct comments on two proposed rules that would restrict federal funding from continuing to subsidize sex-change procedures for minors under Medicare and Medicaid and the C...
What a complete stranger can take from you with just your name and city With how advanced technology has gotten, your personal information doesn’t only live on official documents or personal files—it all exists somewhere online. And most of the time, it’s easier for strangers to find than you’d expect. In fact, in 2025, a record 279 million people were affected by data compromises, according to a report by the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC). Even with just your name and the city you’re...
7 things to know before opening a high-yield savings account To help you make an informed decision, CreditNinja laid out seven important things consumers need to know before opening a high-yield savings account, like taxes, fine print, what to look for, the truth about interest rates, and the top six accounts. That way, you’re prepared to open one without any nasty surprises. Key Takeaways - Important things to consider before opening a high-yield savings account include understanding that r...
4 coping skills for anxiety that actually work Anxiety isn’t one-size-fits-all. For some people, it feels like a tight chest or a racing heart. For others, it shows up as constant worrying, spiraling thoughts, or panic that makes everyday situations feel overwhelming. However it shows up for you, anxiety is probably not something you enjoy living with—and you may be ready to get a better handle on it. That’s where coping skills for anxiety come in. This guide by Spring Health breaks down pract...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Anniston metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Auburn metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Birmingham metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Daphne metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Decatur metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Dothan metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Florence metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Volodymyr Kyrylyuk // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Gadsden metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places....
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Huntsville metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Mobile metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Montgomery metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Tuscaloosa metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
Pennsylvania’s unique system of electing poll workers comes with downsides For this November’s election, no candidate was listed on the ballot for judge of elections in Scranton’s Ward 6, Precinct 1. So the poll worker on duty allegedly wrote her own name on the ballots. According to the Lackawanna County district attorney, Kathie Sico, who was serving as the precinct’s judge of elections that day, decided to write herself in for the position on the ballots before handing them to voters....
