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  • BREAKING NEWS: Fifth Circuit Allows Louisiana to Display Ten Commandments in Public Classrooms

    A.I. generated content|Feb 23, 2026

    NEW ORLEANS, La. - In a major development for ongoing church‑state litigation across the South, the full U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled 12–6 to allow Louisiana to move forward with displaying the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. The decision lifts a lower‑court injunction and revives Louisiana's 2024 law requiring the displays in every publicly funded classroom from kindergarten through college. The ruling in Roake v. Brumley came as a per curiam opinion, meani...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Robertson Earns Endorsement from St. Clair County Sheriff Billy Murray in Attorney General Race

    A.I. generated content|Feb 23, 2026

    February 13, 2026 - PELL CITY, Ala. - Republican Attorney General candidate Katherine Robertson has secured a major endorsement from St. Clair County Sheriff Billy Murray, who also serves as President of the Alabama Sheriffs' Association. The announcement marks a significant boost for Robertson's campaign, reinforcing her deep ties to Alabama's law enforcement community. Sheriff Murray praised Robertson's decade of service as Chief Counsel in the Attorney General's Office, citing her commitment...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Tuberville, Scott Introduce Bill to Crack Down on SNAP Fraud and Abuse

    A.I. generated content|Feb 23, 2026

    February 23, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL) has joined Senator Rick Scott (R‑FL) to introduce the SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act, a new bill aimed at strengthening federal oversight of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and curbing fraud, waste, and abuse in state-administered benefits. The legislation comes in response to reports that some states-including California-have refused to comply with federal enforcement efforts. The bil...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Attorney General Marshall Announces Arrest of Tuscaloosa Woman for Theft from Nursing Home Residents

    Alabama Attorney General's Office|Feb 23, 2026

    February 23, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that a former employee of a Tuscaloosa nursing home has been arrested for the theft of funds from the facility's residents. At the time of the crimes, Tameko H. Green, 52, a Tuscaloosa resident, had been employed as the facility's financial officer. In that capacity Green was responsible for maintaining the facility's patient trust fund, an account used for the residents' daily needs. Green had been employed...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Birmingham Crime Survivors Head to Montgomery to Demand Safety, Support, and Real Reform

    A.I. generated content, Based on Crime Survivors Speak news release|Feb 23, 2026

    February 23, 2026 - BIRMINGHAM - Before sunrise on Tuesday morning, dozens of Birmingham crime survivors and grieving family members gathered on Tuscaloosa Avenue, clutching framed photos of loved ones lost to violence as they prepared to board buses bound for the Alabama State Capitol. Their destination: the first‑ever Survivors Speak Alabama day of action - a statewide rally calling for stronger victim support, expanded compensation, and long‑overdue trauma recovery services. The 7 a.m. send‑o...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Rep. Mack Butler Discusses 2026 Legislative Priorities in Interview with Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks

    A.I. generated content|Feb 23, 2026

    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...

  • BREAKING NEWS: The 'Plan B passport' boom: How political uncertainty is driving a record surge in Americans seeking European residency

    Stacker, Dean Fankhauser for Movingto.com|Feb 23, 2026

    The ‘Plan B Passport’ boom: How political uncertainty is driving a record surge in Americans seeking European residency Inquiries from wealthy Americans seeking alternative residency and citizenship abroad jumped 183% between the first quarter of 2024 and the first quarter of 2025, according to data from global advisory firm Henley & Partners. By the end of Q3 2025, applications from U.S. nationals were already 67% higher than the total for all of 2024, which itself was a record year. The tre...

  • The AI scare trade moves from software to the entire economy

    Stacker, Taresh Batra for Range|Feb 23, 2026

    The AI scare trade moves from software to the entire economy Last week, AI disruption was a tech story. News broke about software stocks repricing rapidly as investors digested the implications of a new wave of AI tools that could replace tasks once handled by expensive enterprise platforms. The selloff was sharp, but contained. This week, Range explains, the market decided that AI disruption is not just a tech problem anymore. Target Practice AI fears tore through sector after sector of the eco...

  • Cities adding the most high-income households

    Stacker, Jaclyn DeJohn, CFP for SmartAsset|Feb 23, 2026

    Cities adding the most high-income households The number of high-income households in a community can have a large impact on local economics. High-income households — defined by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) as those earning $200,000 or more per year — generally contribute more dollars to the local and state tax bases and to surrounding businesses. At the same time, this relative economic strength may sway entities to cater more to the preferences of these households to earn their pat...

  • Unfiltered water, expensive problems: The cost of ignoring water quality

    Stacker, Robert Erickson for Leaf Home|Feb 23, 2026

    Unfiltered water, expensive problems: The cost of ignoring water quality Ever notice white spots on your dishes, soap that won’t lather, or your hair feeling dull no matter how much shampoo you use? These are common signs of hard water. The minerals in unfiltered water don’t just make cleaning harder; they gradually wear down appliances, clog pipes, stain fixtures, and drive up energy costs. Over time, these hidden costs can add up, leading to expensive repairs and replacements that hom...

  • How much does it cost to buy a house in Anniston in 2026?

    Stacker|Feb 23, 2026

    Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock How much does it cost to buy a house in Anniston in 2026? Housing costs climbed to record highs in 2025, as prices rose and mortgage rates remained far above pandemic-era lows. This kept housing out of reach for a larger number of home searchers and led to a historically slow housing market. Redfin economists predict that affordability will begin to improve in 2026 and beyond. But how much does housing cost in Anniston, AL, right now? Whether you're a high-end...