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The AI governance confidence gap: Why trust in AI is running ahead of the capacity to govern it Last year, Vanta's AI Governance Survey found that 92% of leaders trust vendors that use AI. However, new hiring data suggests that confidence rests on a thin foundation. Consider this: Axipro's 2026 State of AI Governance Hiring in Europe study found that for every governance job listing, companies are looking to fill seven AI builder roles. Plus, fewer than three in 10 of those governance p...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday released a video message welcoming Alabama students back to school and encouraging them to embrace the opportunities a new academic year brings. In her message, Governor Ivey also expressed her gratitude for Alabama's teachers, school leaders and parents, thanking them for the important role they play in preparing the next generation for success. "As students return to classrooms across our state, I want them to know they have my full support," said Gover...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday encouraged Alabamians in the state's 1st, 2nd, 6th and 7th congressional districts to vote in the upcoming Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Special Congressional Primary Election. "The strength and success of the United States Congress begins with an engaged electorate. If you live in Alabama's 1st, 2nd, 6th or 7th congressional districts, I encourage you to do your civic duty by casting your ballot on August 11," said Governor Ivey. "By participating in this s...
MONTGOMERY, Ala - Voters in four of Alabama's congressional districts go the polls Tuesday to pick their nominees for the Congress for November ballot. There is a Democratic Primary in Congressional District 6. There are Republican Primaries in Congressional District 6, 7, 1, and 2. The congressional maps changed after the U.S. Supreme Court found in favor of the state of Alabama and allowed a 2023 map prepared by the Alabama Legislature to take effect, replacing the map prepared by a court...
The Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) was recently awarded $7.1 million in Natural Resource Damage Assessment (NRDA) funds for the project: Improving Resilience for Oysters by Linking Brood Reefs and Sink Reefs. The project aims to increase oyster abundance and restore resilience to oyster populations by increasing reef connectivity through larval transport and the construction of oyster reefs over a range of habitats and salinities. The project will create a...
General George Smith Patton, Jr. fought in both World Wars and is generally considered one of the most accomplished and courageous soldiers in American history. Despite his heroics, there remains some controversy surrounding Patton, including his unexpected 1945 death in Heidelberg, Germany at the age of sixty. Numerous conspiracies have arisen from his death including those based on his commentary that the U.S. may have been fighting the wrong enemy in World War II, believing it was only a...
August 3, 2026 - HOOVER, Ala. – The Alabama Republican Party State Executive Committee (SEC) convened Saturday, August 1, 2026, for its Summer Meeting in Montgomery. During the meeting, committee members conducted official party business, adopted resolutions, and approved an addition to the Alabama Republican Party Platform. The Committee overwhelmingly approved adding the following statement to the Party Platform: "We support legislation restricting members of other political parties from v...
On August 7, 1942, the United States military launched Operation Watchtower, initiating the Battle of Guadalcanal. This monumental operation marked the first major Allied amphibious offensive against the Empire of Japan during World War World II. Over 11,000 U.S. Marines from the 1st Marine Division stormed the beaches of Guadalcanal, Tulagi, and Gavutu-Tanambogo in the Solomon Islands, fundamentally shifting the strategic momentum of the Pacific Theater. Seizing the Critical Airfield The...
In a recent episode of the BCS State of Alabama Podcast, hosts Christopher M. Peeks and Brandon Moseley sat down with Republican congressional candidate Hampton Harris to discuss his ongoing campaign for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District (0:03). Harris, a 29-year-old real estate broker and Montgomery native, positioned himself as a high-energy, non-career politician aiming to bring a fresh conservative perspective to Washington (8:10). Throughout the interview, Harris detailed his unique...
With hunting season approaching, the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) encourages new hunters to complete their hunter education requirement early. Demand for courses increases prior to and during hunting season, so participants interested in attending an in-person class should register as soon as possible. Alabama offers two ways to earn hunter education certification: a traditional in-person class or an approved online course. Either option satisfies Alabama's...
In a recent episode of the BCS State of Alabama Podcast, political analysts Christopher M. Peeks and Brandon Moseley welcomed former Alabama State Representative and Republican National Committee executive member Perry O. Hooper Jr. (0:02). The discussion centered on the critical upcoming August 11th primary elections (0:11). It focused deeply on the Republican field vying to reclaim Alabama's newly redrawn 2nd Congressional District from freshman Democratic Representative Shumar Figures...
In a recent episode of the BCS State of Alabama Podcast, hosts Brandon Moseley and Christopher Peeks sat down with Micah Messer to examine a growing concern across Alabama and the nation: the rapid spread of AI‑driven automatic license plate readers (ALPRs), commonly known through the popular vendor Flock Safety. Their conversation explored the tension between public safety, technological convenience, and the erosion of civil liberties in an increasingly surveilled society. A Technology G...
In a recent episode of the Heart of Dixie Podcast, co-hosts Brandon Moseley of The Alabama Gazette and Harry Still III sat down with prominent privacy advocates to confront the rapid expansion of domestic law enforcement technology. The panels featured John Sophocleus, a former Libertarian candidate for Governor and U.S. Senate, alongside Whitney Scapecchi of the Southern Freedom Press. The lengthy, unfiltered discussion focused primarily on the alarming ubiquity of Automated License Plate...
On a recent episode of the BCS State of Alabama Podcast, hosts Christopher M. Peeks and Brandon Moseley sat down with Republican congressional candidate David Matthews to discuss his campaign for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District. A native of Ozark, Alabama, and a father of five, Matthews positioned himself as a fiscal conservative with deep policy experience, drawing on his background as a two-time Trump administration appointee at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) (0:15)....
Trust vs. will: Which is better for your estate plan? If you’ve been thinking about estate planning, you may be wondering whether a trust or a will is better. For many families, however, this isn’t an either/or decision. A will often acts as the foundation of a solid estate plan, while trusts can help you accomplish specific goals. To help you make informed decisions, this guide from Wealth Enhancement explains the differences between wills and trusts. Trust vs. Will: The Short Answer While wil...
Every major stock market correction since 1950 and how long recovery took Since the S&P 500 was introduced in its modern form, US equities have experienced dozens of corrections, crashes, and bear markets. Some declines lasted only a few weeks before markets rebounded, while others erased years of gains and required nearly a decade to fully recover. Yet despite the differences in their causes, severity, and duration, each downturn offers valuable insight into how financial markets respond to...
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 August 10. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.70 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.6%) - Year change: +$0.89 (+31.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $5.20 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.6%) - Year change: +$1.64 (+46.1%) - Historical...
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 August 10. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.69 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.12 (-3.2%) - Year change: +$0.86 (+30.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.07 - Week change: -$0.08 (-1.6%) - Year change: +$1.59 (+45.9%)...
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 August 10. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.61 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.09 (-2.4%) - Year change: +$0.82 (+29.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $5.00 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.7%) - Year change: +$1.61 (+47.6%) -...
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 August 10. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.64 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.12 (-3.2%) - Year change: +$0.86 (+30.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $5.04 - Week change: -$0.11 (-2.1%) - Year change: +$1.67 (+49.6%) - Historical...
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 August 10. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.62 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.7%) - Year change: +$0.85 (+30.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $5.08 - Week change: -$0.07 (-1.4%) - Year change: +$1.59 (+45.6%)...
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 August 10. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.56 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.12 (-3.1%) - Year change: +$0.81 (+29.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.00 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.2%) - Year change: +$1.68 (+50.8%) -...
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 August 10. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.54 --- Alabama average: $3.62 - Week change: -$0.18 (-4.8%) - Year change: +$0.75 (+26.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $5.03 - Week change: -$0.07 (-1.4%) - Year change: +$1.57 (+45.3%) - Historical...
Ground Picture // Shutterstock Counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Alabama Many people choose not to leave the state they were raised in for reasons ranging from wanting to be close to family, to not having the resources to leave, to sticking with a lower cost of living. In order to determine where people stay put in your home state, Stacker compiled a list of counties with the most born-and-bred residents in Alabama using data from the Census Bureau. Counties are ranked by the...
