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April 7, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Legislature returns to the State House today with only a narrow window left to complete its work for the 2026 regular session, setting up what is expected to be a fast‑moving and politically charged final stretch. Lawmakers face a constitutional deadline that leaves just a handful of legislative days to finalize major bills, negotiate budget details, and determine which high‑profile proposals will survive the session's final push. With time running...
April 4, 2026 - ENTERPRISE, Ala. – Today, Congressman Barry Moore published a list of 56 county coordinators from Mobile to Muscle Shoals in his race for U.S. Senate. "I've always been the grassroots conservative candidate," said Barry Moore. "We've got a great team of volunteers and leaders backing our campaign, and I'm proud to have earned their trust. Just like President Trump, they're backing me because I will never waver in defense of Alabama or our conservative principles." This is the l...
April 7, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Amid growing legal chaos and financial pressures threatening athletic programs, the future of college sports is under serious threat. That is why, in response to calls from athletes, universities, and fans across the country, President Trump took decisive action by signing an urgent Executive Order to protect college sports, an essential American institution that supports over 500,000 student-athletes, drives local economies, provides nearly $4 billion in...
The morning of April 7, 1862, broke over the Tennessee woods with a gray, uneasy stillness-an eerie contrast to the thunderous violence that had consumed the previous day. The Battle of Shiloh, one of the first truly large‑scale and shockingly bloody engagements of the American Civil War, was entering its second and decisive day. By sundown, Union forces would drive the Confederates from the field, securing a hard‑won victory that reshaped the Western Theater and shattered any lingering illusion...
Republicans appear on track to maintain control of Georgia's 14th Congressional District, as multiple news outlets project that President Trump‑endorsed candidate Clay Fuller is positioned to win the special election to fill the seat previously held by former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R‑Ga.). While official results have not yet been certified, early tallies and district‑level reporting indicate that GOP voters consolidated strongly behind Fuller, avoiding the kind of upset that can somet...
April 7, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Senate Government Affairs committee gave a favorable report to legislation that would create party registration for the first time in the state of Alabama. Under current law, Alabama voters do not have to declare a party affiliation to vote in either major party primary. That will change if House Bill 541 passes the Legislature and is signed into law by the governor. HB541 is sponsored by Representative Ernie Yarbrough (R-Trinity). The coming 2026 and 2028...
Media_Photos // Shutterstock Movies and TV shows casting across the US The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know...
April 7, 1026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) announced two Community Facilities Grants for Alabama's Fourth Congressional District through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Rural Development. The USDA Community Facilities Grants were awarded to Marion and DeKalb counties and will be used to directly benefit public service buildings and improve the quality of life of rural communities. DeKalb County – Northeast Alabama Community College $273,188 to purchase nur...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama House Bill 98, a proposal to create a statewide college scholarship program for the dependents of law enforcement officers, continues to move steadily through the Legislature after receiving overwhelming bipartisan support in the House. HB98, sponsored by Rep. Allen Treadaway (R‑Morris), would establish the Alabama Law Enforcement Officers' Family Scholarship Program, offering up to $3,000 per academic term to eligible spouses and children of long‑serving law enf...
April 8, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - With the 2026 legislative session entering its final weeks, the Alabama House Democratic Caucus (AHDC) announced it will hold its weekly press conference today at 1 p.m. in the Third Floor Press Room of the Alabama State House. The event is open to both the press and the public and will feature remarks from Minority Leader Rep. Anthony Daniels (D‑Huntsville), Rep. Adline Clarke (D‑Mobile), Rep. Mary Moore (D‑Birmingham), and Rep. Barbara Drummond (D‑Mo...
April 7, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - USDA's Research, Education, and Economics Under Secretary Dr. Scott Hutchins today announced the launch of the USDA National Proving Grounds Network for AgTech (NPG-Ag), a nationwide initiative designed to rigorously evaluate agricultural technologies under real-world U.S. farming and ranching conditions. "Agricultural research in the United States has long supported the development of practical solutions that improve farm and ranch productivity while...
April 8, 2026 - U.S. corn farmers are facing growing uncertainty around fertilizer affordability and access, with concern mounting well beyond the current planting season, according to new survey results released today by the National Corn Growers Association. Findings from two nationwide surveys conducted in late March reveal that while many growers secured fertilizer supplies for the 2026 crop before recent global disruptions intensified, anxiety about fertilizer pricing and availability is...
April 8, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced that Alabama's education savings account program - the CHOOSE Act - had a record number of applicants in its second year. The application officially closed at midnight on March 31 with almost 49,000 students applying. Throughout her tenure, Governor Ivey has and will continue to prioritize Alabama students and champion their future success. The 2026-27 CHOOSE Act application deadline closed with 29,341 applications r...
April 8, 2026 - (MONTGOMERY, Ala) – Attorney General Steve Marshall announced that the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals affirmed the dismissal of Roderick Byrd's challenge to his capital murder conviction and death sentence. Byrd was convicted in the Jefferson County Circuit Court of capital murder and sentenced to death on August 17, 2007. The evidence showed that on Thanksgiving Day in 2005, Byrd and his friend Brandon Mitchell robbed the Airport Inn in Birmingham. Byrd and Mitchell e...
April 8, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A Virginia‑based political action committee with ties to national gambling interests has emerged as a significant - and controversial - player in Alabama's 2026 election cycle. The American Conservative Fund (ACF), an independent‑expenditure super PAC, has been saturating parts of the state with campaign mailers and television ads while raising questions about transparency and compliance with Alabama's campaign‑finance laws. A PAC With Out‑of‑State Money and Al...
Zoey is a female maybe Lab/Pit mix, seven-months old, about 40 lbs. Zoe is super loving, playful, wants to cuddle and get attention. She is great with other dogs, loves everyone, but we have discovered she is not a big fan of car rides so far. Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted by approved adopters for a fee of their choosing. This adoption fee completely covers the mandatory spay or neuter, basic immunizations,...
April 8, 2026 - MOLINE, Ill. - Deere & Company has reached a settlement agreement to resolve the high‑profile multidistrict antitrust litigation over repair services, bringing an end to a case that has been closely watched across the agriculture and equipment industries since 2022. The settlement, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, concludes the dispute without any finding of wrongdoing by the manufacturer. The litigation centered on "right to repair" c...
The Birmingham Stallions' bid for a 2–0 start slipped away in the most painful fashion imaginable - a walk‑off field goal that sealed a 22–20 loss to the Houston Gamblers. In a game defined by missed opportunities, turnovers, and late‑game swings, Birmingham left Shell Energy Stadium knowing they let one get away. A Defensive Grind Turns Chaotic Late For three quarters, the matchup looked like a classic UFL defensive slugfest. Both teams struggled in the red zone early, combining for multipl...
April 8, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R‑Ala.) has joined a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers backing new legislation to combat a growing form of fraud targeting families who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The bill, known as the Enhanced Cybersecurity for SNAP Act, aims to modernize the technology behind SNAP Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards and protect recipients from "skimming" attacks. Skimming occurs when criminals use hidden d...
April 8, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - A proposal to temporarily halt new large‑scale solar farms in Alabama collapsed in the final stretch of the 2026 legislative session, ending weeks of debate over the future of renewable energy development in the state. Senate Bill 354, sponsored by Sen. Greg Albritton, sought to impose a one‑year moratorium on permitting for major solar facilities. The legislation emerged amid intense controversy surrounding a proposed 4,500‑acre solar project in Baldwin Count...
April 9, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - With President Donald Trump set to meet NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on April 8, the chairmen of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees issued a joint statement underscoring the stakes of the discussion and the evolving security demands facing the alliance. Sen. Roger Wicker (R‑MS), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Rep. Mike Rogers (R‑AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, framed the meeting as a pivotal mom...
April 8,2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday, joined by the Administration for Children & Families (ACF) Assistant Secretary Alex J. Adams and Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) Commissioner Nancy Buckner, signed a proclamation formalizing a renewed partnership between the state of Alabama and ACF within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, reinforcing a shared commitment to improving outcomes for children and families across the state. "As a proudly p...
Why $4 gasoline is the tipping point for EVs Even as the U.S. and Israel reached a fragile two-week ceasefire with Iran, gasoline prices show no signs of a quick retreat. As of April 8, the national average stands at $4.16 per gallon, more than a dollar higher than at the start of the conflict. That's beyond a tipping point that experts say could push consumers toward electric vehicles, Grist reports. When gas prices top $4 per gallon, BloombergNEF estimates that the total cost of ownership for...
April 9, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama Senate will meet for the last time this year – barring the unlikely possibility of a special session. On this last day of the 2026 session the Senate is expected to take up a high‑profile proposal to close the state's primary election. That bill, House Bill 541 (HB541) is sponsored by Representative Ernie Yarbrough (R-Trinity). The Alabama Republican Party State Executive Committee has prioritized this legislation. "The position of the party and t...
Tax season comes with a deadline. For people with disabilities, it also comes with a wall. Every year, millions of Americans sit down to file their taxes online. It's become the default, with roughly 94% of returns now filed electronically according to a federal review of the 2025 filing season, which means for most people, tax season looks something like this: pull up a website, enter some information, hit submit. It's not anyone's favorite task, but it gets done. For the roughly 70 million...
