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What collection debt looks like in America: A mid-year look In April 2025, Freedom Debt Relief reviewed data from tens of thousands of people actively looking for help with their debt. The numbers might be surprising. - About one in four has at least one account in collections. - The average collection balance is over $3,000. - Most debt relief seekers have multiple overdue accounts. - Many still use their credit cards, despite struggling with high balances and maxed-out cards. This report...
The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) will host the 2025 SAPIENCE Drone Competition from July 7-11, 2025. Top-tier teams from around the world will travel to Huntsville to showcase their innovative drone solutions and AI technologies for disaster relief missions. International event will showcase the future of unmanned aerial vehicles and AI for disaster relief and other critical missions Supported by NATO's Science for Peace and Security (SPS) Program, this competition offers attendees...
July 7, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday announced she has selected law enforcement candidate Hal Nash to serve as Chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. Pursuant to the law, the governor selects the candidate from a list of five qualified persons nominated by a board consisting of the Lieutenant Governor, Speaker of the House of Representatives and President Pro Tempore of the Senate. Nash currently serves as Chief Corrections Deputy with the Jackson County S...
The Fourth of July weekend was meant to be a celebration of freedom and summer joy. But for dozens of families in Texas, it became a time of unimaginable loss. As torrential rains swept across the Hill Country, flash floods surged through the Guadalupe River, claiming at least 89 lives statewide - including 27 campers and counselors from Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summer camp nestled in Hunt, Texas. The river rose more than 26 feet in less than two hours, turning a place of laughter...
July 8, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) released a video honoring U.S. Army Corporal Elaine McLeod as the July "Veteran of the Month." Excerpts from Sen. Tuberville's remarks can be found below, and complete remarks can be found here. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?mibextid=wwXIfr&v=2877300539324515&rdid=3rVwh089Urp7Fs8l\ "Veterans are the very heartbeat of the Wiregrass, and they bond together to support many great causes in the region. Among those leading...
Introduction On this day in 1709, the fields outside the Ukrainian city of Poltava bore witness to a battle that would reshape the map of Europe and alter the fate of empires. The Battle of Poltava, a decisive moment in the Great Northern War, marked the end of Sweden's dominance as a major power and heralded the rise of the Russian Empire under Peter I, also known as Peter the Great. This turning point in history saw the ambitious Charles XII of Sweden suffer a devastating defeat, changing the...
Tick populations have surged in the Northeast. Here’s how to keep you and your pets safe this summer. As climate change brings longer summers and milder winters, tick populations have surged across the Northeast. And while New York City isn’t a hot spot for ticks, it’s surrounded by regions where the risk of encountering an infected tick is high. In the city, transmission of tick-borne diseases tends to occur on Staten Island and in parts of the Bronx. But most of the local cases of tick-...
4 foods and beverages that help with bloating Have you ever gotten dressed in a pair of pants that fit perfectly when you left the house, but are much too tight around the waist and uncomfortable by the time you got home from your meal? They didn’t change size after dinner—but your belly certainly did! Chances are, you have experienced bloating at some point or another, whether after a big holiday meal or after ingesting a certain food trigger as simple as a carbonated beverage. Bloating is...
Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville support feral swine eradication efforts in Alabama July 4, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump (R) signed into law the One Big Beautiful Bill Act which funded the President's policy objectives. The bill renewed, and in many cases made permanent the Trump tax cuts of 2017. It also funded President Trump's efforts to defend the U.S. Southern border and enhanced efforts to combat illegal immigration. Numerous other government programs and pol...
July 8, 2025 - WETIMPKA, AL – Representative Troy Stubbs, a steadfast conservative voice in Montgomery and a proud advocate for the values of District 31, today officially announced his campaign for re-election to the Alabama House of Representatives. District 31 covers parts of Elmore County. Stubbs, a Republican, was elected in 2022 on a platform of preserving conservative principles and promoting government that works for the people of Elmore County. Since taking office, Stubbs has proven him...
AI-fueled fake IDs and identity theft: What you need to know Identity theft happens every 22 seconds in the U.S. and now, artificial intelligence is making it easier for scammers. What used to be rough Photoshop jobs has evolved into slick, AI-generated IDs that can trick high-end security systems. These fakes often rely on something people give away freely: their social media photos. As AI tools become easier to use, scammers grab photos from online profiles and turn them into realistic IDs....
Childhood vaccination rates drop across 1,600 US counties Childhood vaccination rates have markedly declined across the U.S. since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to new Johns Hopkins University research showing 78% of more than 2,000 counties reported drops, and the average immunization rate had fallen to 91% — below the 95% threshold needed for herd immunity. While existing Centers for Disease Control and Prevention data has historically shown broadly declining m...
When American soldiers returned home from the Vietnam War fifty years ago, they were not afforded a hero's welcome as in past wars. In fact, the soldiers were treated so poorly upon their return to the USA, that the military began sending them back home at times when the airplanes would land at the airports on American soil between midnight and two in the morning. Many of those soldiers were drafted into the war and involved in it not by choice. And in the end, with the fall of Saigon in 1975,...
After more than 25 years in military and security operations, including 23 years of service in the U.S. Army, I have seen what real sacrifice looks like. I have led troops in combat zones, advised senior military leaders, and overseen thousands of high-risk missions in Iraq and Afghanistan. I have also watched far too many of my brothers and sisters in arms return home carrying invisible wounds—physical pain, trauma, and post-traumatic stress that no number of medals or parades can heal. That is why I support the rescheduling of cannabis f...
July 8, 2025 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday signed a proclamation to set special election dates for Alabama House District 13. This seat was previously held by Rep. Matt Woods. Governor Ivey set the special primary election for Tuesday, September 30, 2025; the special primary runoff, if necessary, for Tuesday, October 28, 2025; and the special general election for Tuesday, January 13, 2026. "We are proud to now have Matt Woods in the Alabama Senate, and I know he will continue to s...
July 3, 2025 - STAMFORD, Conn.-Today, Philip Morris International's U.S. businesses ("PMIU.S.") unveiled "Invested in America," a bold advertising campaign that brings to life the company's deep-rooted commitment and increased contributions to America and Americans. The campaign's message is grounded in the role PMI U.S. is playing in powering job growth, revitalizing manufacturing, improving public health by offering adults 21+ who smoke better choices, and strengthening communities across the...
July 8, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) today celebrated Senate passage of Lulu's Law, her bipartisan legislation named in honor of 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin, that would direct the Federal Communication Commission to issue an order providing that shark attacks are events for which wireless emergency alerts (WEAs) may be transmitted. "Just over a year since Lulu survived a nearly fatal shark attack, I couldn't be more honored to see the Senate unanimously pass this l...
How to know if someone’s been using your identity Identity theft can happen quickly and quietly. A stolen Social Security number, a misused credit card, a fake address tied to your name—it’s possible for someone to impersonate you without leaving any obvious clues. And more often than not, the damage is done long before it’s discovered. In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received over 1.1 million reports of identity theft, with credit bureau-related fraud being one of the most common...
Where homeownership is most and least prevalent in the U.S. While current rent prices and recent home transaction data can offer insights into the trajectory of a community’s housing market, these snapshots don’t necessarily capture the financial realities of residents who already exist in the market. A household’s experience can vary widely depending on when they entered the housing market, how their ongoing costs compare relative to the local rental market, and other factors like tax asses...
How to power the AI economy while supporting local communities American leadership in artificial intelligence promises massive economic opportunities and transformation across industries: AI systems are poised to drive breakthroughs in drug discovery, enable critical infrastructure, and revolutionize sectors from healthcare to finance. To drive these shifts, AI needs a massive amount of energy. By 2028, AI data centers are expected to account for 12 percent of nationwide electricity demand....
Do you need to pay quarterly estimated taxes? A complete guide TLDR: If you're earning over $200,000 and have income beyond your regular paycheck—from stock options, restricted stock units, rental properties, side businesses, or investment gains—you likely need to make quarterly estimated tax payments. The IRS expects taxes to be paid as you earn, not all at once in April. Miss this, and you'll likely face penalties even if you pay your full tax bill on tax day. Here's the reality most high...
To the rescue: Why you need an emergency fund now With the stock market at record highs and the unemployment rate at a modest 4.2%, an emergency savings fund might not seem like the most pressing need at the moment. But in fact, this is exactly when you should be thinking about starting one, consumer fintech banking platform Current suggests. The harsh reality is that many Americans do not have the cash to deal with the unexpected. A shocking 54% of Americans don’t have enough cash to cover t...
July 9, 2025 - HUNTSVILLE, AL – The Electric Propulsion Club at The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH) won first place at the 2025 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Conference Region II Student Conference in Raleigh, N.C. The award recognizes the student club's development of a patent pending of new type of gridded ion thruster. An ion thruster is a form of electric propulsion that creates a cloud of positive ions which is then accelerated using e...
July 9, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - With Alabama's political landscape shifting, U.S. Representative Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) has emerged as a potential contender for the 2026 U.S. Senate race. The seat is opening up following Senator Tommy Tuberville's announcement that he will run for governor instead of seeking re-election. Moore, who currently represents Alabama's 1st Congressional District, has publicly stated that he and his family are praying about the decision and seeking guidance before m...
July 9, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a dramatic turn during a closed-door deposition before the House Oversight Committee, Dr. Kevin O'Connor, former President Joe Biden's longtime physician, invoked his Fifth Amendment rights and doctor-patient privilege, refusing to answer questions about Biden's health while in office. 🕵️♂️ What Prompted the Deposition? The GOP-led committee is investigating allegations that Biden's inner circle may have concealed signs of cognitive decline during his...
