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  • BREAKING NEWS: Supreme Court Upholds States' Authority to Protect Girls' Sports

    Alabama Attorney General's Office|Jun 30, 2026

    (Montgomery, Ala) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall celebrated today's opinion issued by the U.S. Supreme Court in Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ affirming that states may protect girls' sports by restricting participation to biological females. "Common sense won again. Alabama stood strong for our female athletes, and the Supreme Court agreed. This is about fairness. Our daughters worked too hard, sacrificed too much, and dreamed too big to be pushed aside. The science is c...

  • BREAKING NEWS: How to support a loved one with PTSD

    Stacker, Liz Talago for Rula|Jun 30, 2026

    How to support a loved one with PTSD When a family member or friend has post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it can be hard to know what to do to help. You probably wish nothing more than to see them healthy and at peace. But your loved one’s diagnosis might be taking a toll on your well-being too. Providing the support your loved one needs throughout their journey starts with a deeper understanding of this condition. Rula explored how PTSD affects those living with the condition and how their...

  • BREAKING NEWS: The security challenge behind America's biggest party

    Stacker, Diana Lord for Videoloft|Jun 30, 2026

    The security challenges behind America’s biggest party Independence Day is one of America’s biggest celebrations, with thousands of temporary events happening across the country, all at the same time. For security staff, this can create problems, including overcrowding, heavy traffic, unfamiliar layouts, and lots of people trying to leave at the same time. The Fourth of July is huge, as AAA projected that 72.2 million people would travel at least 50 miles from home during the 2025 Ind...

  • BREAKING NEWS: 10 most expensive states to buy rental property in 2026

    Stacker, Ryan Squires for TurboTenant|Jun 30, 2026

    1 most expensive states to buy rental property in 2026 As housing prices soar, homebuying has become harder across the country. Naturally, some places are hit harder than others. The gap between the least and most expensive states to buy rental property has widened substantially, and it’s impacting how and whether people can afford real estate. There are a few different reasons for the discrepancy, ranging from limited housing supply to restrictive zoning laws. Sudden jumps in job and p...

  • BREAKING NEWS: Is it back-to-school butterflies or something deeper?

    Stacker, Liz Talago for Rula|Jun 30, 2026

    Is it back-to-school butterflies or something deeper? Back-to-school season can be a stressful time for students. As you think about navigating your class schedule, friend dynamics, academic pressures, and other responsibilities, it’s normal to feel a little nervous. If this happens to you, you’re not alone, and there are ways to feel better. Feeling anxious at the start of a new school year doesn’t mean you have a mental health condition. But if your anxiety doesn’t go away and negativ...

  • BREAKING NEWS: European student housing is 30% more competitive than last year. US students who act now still have the advantage.

    Stacker, Ameer Hamza Arbani for HousingAnywhere|Jun 30, 2026

    European student housing is 30% more competitive than last year. US students who act now still have the advantage. Nearly 7.3 million students are studying outside their home countries right now, and about half of them are in Europe, according to UNESCO's first Higher Education Global Trends Report, published in 2026. The same report projects that number to reach nine million by 2030. For U.S. students planning to join them this autumn, the housing market is more competitive than ever, but...

  • How to tell if a wellness trend is actually backed by science

    Stacker, Sharlyne Poggio for Fatty15|Jun 30, 2026

    How to tell if a wellness trend is actually backed by science The wellness industry now generates more than $6.8 trillion globally, according to the Global Wellness Institute, and much of its influence moves through social feeds before it ever reaches a doctor's office. A Pew Research Center survey conducted in October 2025 found that half of U.S. adults under 50 get health and wellness information from influencers or podcasters, while fewer than 1 in 5 of those creators are conventional...

  • How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.43 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change: +$0.65 (+23.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.49 - Week change: -$0.14 (-3.1%) - Year change: +$1.11 (+32.7%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.54 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.6%) - Year change: +$0.73 (+26.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.37 - Week change: -$0.16 (-3.5%) - Year change: +$0.94 (+27.3%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.38 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change: +$0.57 (+20.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $4.30 - Week change: -$0.15 (-3.4%) - Year change: +$0.88 (+25.7%) - Historical...

  • How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.44 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.8%) - Year change: +$0.64 (+23.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.65 - Week change: -$0.09 (-1.8%) - Year change: +$1.28 (+37.9%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.32 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.13 (-3.8%) - Year change: +$0.62 (+23.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $4.37 - Week change: -$0.24 (-5.2%) - Year change: +$1.05 (+31.7%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.34 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.09 (-2.5%) - Year change: +$0.57 (+20.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $4.57 - Week change: -$0.11 (-2.4%) - Year change: +$1.22...

  • How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.47 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.07 (-1.9%) - Year change: +$0.67 (+23.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $4.61 - Week change: -$0.09 (-1.9%) - Year change: +$1.10 (+31.4%) - Historical...

  • How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.36 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.1%) - Year change: +$0.52 (+18.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $4.38 - Week change: -$0.14 (-3.1%) - Year change: +$0.97 (+28.5%)...

  • How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.38 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.11 (-3.2%) - Year change: +$0.61 (+22.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $4.40 - Week change: -$0.12 (-2.6%) - Year change: +$1.06 (+31.8%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.48 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.9%) - Year change: +$0.67 (+24.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $4.55 - Week change: -$0.17 (-3.5%) - Year change: +$1.08 (+31.2%) -...

  • How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.45 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change: +$0.65 (+23.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $4.30 - Week change: -$0.16 (-3.6%) - Year change: +$0.95 (+28.5%) - Historical...

  • How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.34 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.11 (-3.2%) - Year change: +$0.59 (+21.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $4.40 - Week change: -$0.13 (-2.8%) - Year change: +$1.00 (+29.6%) -...

  • Are homes selling in Anniston in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    Ivanko80 // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Anniston in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become...

  • Are homes selling in Auburn in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    fast-stock // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Auburn in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become...

  • Are homes selling in Birmingham in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    Ivanko80 // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Birmingham in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become...

  • Are homes selling in Daphne in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    fizkes // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Daphne in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become the...

  • Are homes selling in Decatur in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    Ivanko80 // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Decatur in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become...

  • Are homes selling in Dothan in 2026?

    Stacker|Jun 30, 2026

    fast-stock // Shutterstock Are homes selling in Dothan in 2026? The U.S. housing market has been uncharacteristically slow since the pandemic, when buyers and sellers jumped on ultra-low mortgage rates. Since then, high prices and economic uncertainty have scared many consumers off, leading to multiple years with home sales near 30-year lows. This slowdown hasn't played out evenly across the country, though. As buyers searched for affordability, some lower-cost areas heated up and have become...

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