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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL) and U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R‑TN) have introduced new federal legislation aimed at restricting membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) to biological women, responding to recent changes within the historic organization that broadened its non‑discrimination policy. The bill - titled the Daughters of the American Revolution Membership Integrity Act - would amend the DAR's federal charter to explicitly require that membe...
What are the first steps after discovering a roof leak? Whether your roof is dripping steadily during a heavy storm or you notice a water stain on your ceiling, a leak can cause immense stress. If not tackled properly and on time, water intrusion can have severe consequences, some of which can affect your home’s structural integrity and your insurance claim. While your first instinct may be to panic, your best bet is to act immediately to limit the damage, protect your home and minimize r...
Nearly 2 in 5 US workers have put company information into personal AI accounts, and most don't know it can be illegal The confidential company document has a new address: someone's personal chatbot history. In a July 2026 survey of 500 employed U.S. adults commissioned by Kolmogorov Law, a California business-litigation firm, and conducted through the Pollfish research platform, 38% admitted they have entered at least one type of work information into a personal AI account their employer does...
Teachers save time with AI. Their students may pay the price Artificial intelligence is often promoted as a way to make teachers more effective by helping them write lesson plans, generate classroom materials and provide feedback to students in seconds. But one of the first randomized trials testing AI in real classrooms found that it can also undermine learning, The Hechinger Report reveals. Students whose teachers were given access to an AI teaching assistant felt less motivated to learn. The...
How does online schooling support students preparing for college? Supporting students as they transition into new learning areas isn’t always easy. Preparing for college can feel overwhelming for students who don’t know what to expect. While many young people may have an idea of what they want to do with their lives, choosing the right path to get them there can be a challenge. As technology and online education continue to evolve, many parents are considering the benefits of virtual sch...
The patterns traffic fatality data reveal, and how you can stay safe on the road When was the last time you thought about the calendar before getting behind the wheel? For most drivers, the decision to drive on any given day comes down to necessity rather than risk assessment. But if traffic fatality data shows that some days may be riskier than others. For example, on the day with the most traffic fatalities in 2024, 161 people lost their lives in traffic crashes across the U.S. On the day...
Why do mosquito bites itch? The science and how to stop it That familiar, maddening itch after a mosquito bite is one of summer's most annoying experiences. The science behind why mosquito bites itch involves a complex interaction between mosquito saliva and the human immune system. Understanding this process helps explain why some people react more severely than others and what actually works to stop the itching. West Nile virus cases increased by 28% in 2025, and 2,396 cases of dengue fever...
10 startup business loan requirements by type and stage Founders, CEOs, and early finance leads looking for startup funding usually aren't comparing a long list of equally realistic loan options. They're trying to preserve runway, choose financing that fits their stage, and avoid wasting time on applications built for businesses with years of revenue and assets to pledge. Understanding your startup costs and early capital needs upfront is part of why product fit may matter before anything...
Task Force advances Alabama-based model legislation to ALEC board of directors after presentation highlighting successful Veterans Resource Center initiative An Alabama law designed to better connect veterans, transitioning service members, military families, and caregivers with the resources and support they have earned took one step closer last week to becoming a model for states across the nation. State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R - Pelham), who serves as vice chair of the Alabama House Military...
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 July 27. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.89 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.19 (+5.0%) - Year change: +$1.09 (+39.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.12 - Week change: +$0.24 (+5.0%) - Year change: +$1.57 (+44.0%) - Historical...
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 July 27. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.73 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.18 (+5.0%) - Year change: +$1.00 (+36.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.07 - Week change: +$0.26 (+5.5%) - Year change: +$1.73 (+51.8%) -...
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 July 27. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.83 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.10 (+2.6%) - Year change: +$1.02 (+36.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.13 - Week change: +$0.21 (+4.4%) - Year change: +$1.63 (+46.6%) -...
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 July 27. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.76 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.08 (+2.2%) - Year change: +$0.96 (+34.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $5.10 - Week change: +$0.24 (+4.9%) - Year change: +$1.62 (+46.4%)...
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 July 27. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.75 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.17 (+4.7%) - Year change: +$1.01 (+36.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.07 - Week change: +$0.24 (+4.9%) - Year change: +$1.69 (+49.9%) -...
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 July 27. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.73 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.19 (+5.3%) - Year change: +$1.03 (+38.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.10 - Week change: +$0.32 (+6.6%) - Year change: +$1.70 (+50.1%) -...
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 July 27. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.78 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.16 (+4.5%) - Year change: +$0.99 (+35.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $5.15 - Week change: +$0.26 (+5.3%) - Year change: +$1.66 (+47.7%) -...
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 July 27. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.75 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.19 (+5.2%) - Year change: +$1.00 (+36.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.08 - Week change: +$0.20 (+4.0%) - Year change: +$1.76...
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 July 27. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.68 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.08 (+2.2%) - Year change: +$0.95 (+34.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.99 - Week change: +$0.13 (+2.7%) - Year change: +$1.57 (+46.1%) -...
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 July 27. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.73 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.14 (+3.9%) - Year change: +$1.00 (+36.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $5.15 - Week change: +$0.37 (+7.8%) - Year change: +$1.74 (+51.1%) -...
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 July 27. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.79 --- Alabama average: $3.78 - Week change: +$0.16 (+4.4%) - Year change: +$1.01 (+36.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $5.13 - Week change: +$0.25 (+5.2%) - Year change: +$1.77 (+52.8%) - Historical...
July 27, 2026 -v MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that Alabama's strong showing in the Farnborough International Airshow last week resulted in two major industry announcements and more than 50 meetings between the Alabama Department of Commerce's recruitment team and aviation, aerospace and defense companies. Alabama's presence and visibility at the Farnborough International Airshow was larger this year in terms of team members and meeting space. The week-long showcase is o...
Tim Wildmon, the president of the American Family Association, sent out an e-mail today under the heading of "A Personal Note From Tim" forewarning people about the growing influence of the Democratic Socialists of America, commonly known as "DSA". For the co-chair of the DSA recently appeared on Fox News Sunday with Shannon Bream to discuss some of the major platforms of the Democratic Socialists of America. A platform which according to Bream consists of making, "conditions intolerable for the...
Once-a-week insulin is a game-changer: Here’s how to use it effectively Regular insulin injections can be an essential part of managing Type 2 diabetes. But many people find daily injections to be bothersome or inconvenient. That’s where once-a-week insulin can help. While weekly insulin is still a relatively new technology, the development of these medications is an expanding area of diabetes research. In March 2026, Awiqli (insulin icodec-abae) became the first insulin to be FDA-approved for...
How to lower your utility bills without sacrificing comfort this summer Summer can bring more time to relax and recharge and longer days, but it can also bring higher household expenses. From gasoline for road trips and everyday transportation to electricity for air conditioning, seasonal costs can put pressure on your budget. A new CreditFresh survey of 2,000 U.S. adults found that 70% of respondents spend more during the summer, with increased energy bills the most commonly cited cost...
Cooler, cheaper, cleaner: 8 ways your office can turn a heat crisis into a climate win Summer 2026 has already been one for the books. During the week of June 29, wholesale power through PJM Interconnection went from under $40 a megawatt-hour to spike past $1,600 as air conditioners roared to life, topping $2,500 in some areas. Through July 4, U.S. utilities pushed out more than 100,000 gigawatt-hours of electricity in a single week for the first time on record, according to figures from the...
