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January 21, 2025 - Joe Biden spent four years trampling on the Constitution, weaponizing the justice system, and eroding the very foundations of American democracy. But in his final hours in office, he went one step further—he torched it. With a sweeping abuse of executive power, Biden handed out pre-emptive pardons like candy on Halloween, shielding his political allies from accountability before any investigations even had a chance to begin. This isn’t clemency—it’s corruption at the highest...
The job market continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by transformative technological breakthroughs, shifting economic conditions, and the ongoing demand for skilled professionals. Whether you're exploring new opportunities or planning your career path, Indeed put together a list of the best jobs for 2025 to help you identify the high-demand roles offering the most promise in today's dynamic job market. This list was compiled using a data-driven approach, focusing on roles that offer high...
When it comes to sporting events and the glitz and glamour that accompany it, it is fair to say that nobody does it better than the NFL. With its showpiece annual event around the corner, it's time to shine a light on the prestigious Super Bowl. A game that brings the end to each NFL season and, in doing so, awards the Vince Lombardi Trophy to the team that comes out on top with the eyes of not only a sporting nation but also the world, it's considered one of the richest prizes. Starting all...
If you're interested in maintaining your hormonal levels, you might wonder if there are certain foods that kill testosterone. After all, testosterone naturally decreases with age, so it's understandable to consider other ways to support it. In addition to maintaining a healthy body weight and regularly exercising (among other strategies), focusing on the food you do and do not eat can also help you maintain optimal testosterone levels. Ro shares more about how diet can affect hormones and what...
Unexpected expenses, a sudden drop in sales, a data breach: These are just a few examples of business risks. And knowing how to manage these potential interruptions is essential for any risk management plan. To keep a small business afloat, a predetermined blueprint must be in place to identify risks, protect the business from unnecessary losses, and prepare for the unknown. To get a grip on what could hurt a small business's growth, NEXT shares six essential steps to create a risk management...
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live, homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $358,461 in December, 2.6% higher than the year before. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more expensive; as of January 16, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate sits at 7.04%....
St. Clair County man appointed to assist President Trump on international economic relations January 17, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – President Donald J. Trump (R) announced the appointment of St. Clair County native Emory to serve in the administration as the Special Assistant to the President for International Economics. Cox has spent the last four years as a policy advisor to U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama). Cox told the Alabama Gazette, "I am honored to serve, and I will work har...
January 24, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt's (R-Ala.) S.5, the Laken Riley Act, today passed the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming bipartisan vote of 263-156. The passage of this legislation is the most significant immigration enforcement and border security related bill to pass Congress in nearly three decades. The bill now heads to President Donald J. Trump's desk to be signed into law. "With the House passage of the Laken Riley Act today, this landmark b...
January 22, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) and U.S. Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) reintroduced the bipartisan, bicameral Foreign Adversary Risk Management (FARM) Act, to permanently add the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture to the Committee on Foreign Investments in the United States (CFIUS), the governmental body that oversees the vetting process of foreign investment and acquisition of American companies. Currently, CFIUS does not directly consider the n...
January 16, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representative Gary Palmer (AL-06) introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to block the Biden Administration's recent attempt to ban natural gas water heaters. Rep. Palmer released the following statement: "In his final days in power, Biden is continuing his regulatory attack on American homes. This radical ban on gas water heaters proves that the administration's focus is on furthering an agenda instead of what is best for the A...
January 15, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt is honored to again lead the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies. He will also serve on the Defense and Agriculture Subcommittees. "I'm honored to continue to serve on the House Appropriations Committee and to continue to chair the Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee," said Congressman Aderholt. "As chairman of the...
January 14, 2025 - Washington, DC - Today, Congressman Shomari C. Figures announced that Amtrak has been awarded a $21 million Restoration and Enhancement (R&E) grant from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) to restore intercity passenger rail service along the Gulf Coast, specifically between New Orleans, Louisiana, and Mobile, Alabama. This initiative underscores = our commitment to improving transportation infrastructure and enhancing connectivity for all communities. In collaboration...
January 22, 2025 - Washington D.C. – U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) spoke on the House Floor to honor the retirement of Dr. Charles Steele, Jr. after 17 years as President and CEO of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference (SCLC). Rep. Sewell: Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the extraordinary career and achievements of Dr. Charles Steele, Jr., as he celebrates his retirement after 17 years as the President and CEO of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. A true trailblazer, D...
To avoid any confusion, this definition of "best" is based on Edmunds Expert Ratings of three-year-old vehicles. They were tested when they were new, but much of the same impressions should still apply. This crop is a few years old now, which means you're likely to see a lot of lease returns. Many examples will qualify for automakers' certified pre-owned programs, and the factory warranty will still cover some. This report also looked at Edmunds' industry-leading consumer ratings to ensure only...
Edmunds drives, tests, and evaluates more than 300 vehicles every year. Editors rack up tens of thousands of miles on racetracks, mountain roads, and highways alike, all in the quest to help you find that perfect ride. Some are great; some are disappointing, but only a few rise to the standard that earns them Edmunds' highest honor: The Edmunds Top Rated Award. Our winners for 2025 are here, and each has risen to the top through a mix of quality, functionality, livability, and value. 1. Top...
January 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C.- Congressman Dale Strong (R-AL), Member of the House Committees on Appropriations and Homeland Security, and Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA), the Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, reintroduced the CyberCorps Enhancement Act. This bipartisan legislation will extend the existing CyberCorps Scholarship for Service (SFS) Program's participation period from three to five years, supporting students pursuing advanced STEM...
January 24, 2026 - It's rare in Washington these days to see courage in action. But every so often, a leader steps up, cuts through the noise, and reminds us why we fight. Enter Senator Katie Britt, the Alabama firebrand who just pulled off the impossible getting 12 Democrats to cross the aisle and vote for the Laken Riley Act. When President Donald J Trump signs the Bill into law it will be the first for Trump 47. Let me say that again. Twelve Democrats members of the same party that brought...
January 23, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) has reopened the Claiborne Public Boat Ramp in Monroe County after the completion of a major renovation project. The facility is located just off U.S. Highway 84 near Monroeville. During the closure, a new two-lane launching slab was installed, and the parking lot was expanded by approximately three times its previous size to provide...
With drug overdose rates skyrocketing—deaths jumped from 8.2 per 100,000 people in 2002 to 32.6 in 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—more attention than ever is focused on how to treat the public health crisis of addiction. Roughly 17% of the U.S. population (48.5 million people aged 12 and up) had a substance use disorder in 2023, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health—but most did not r...
January 22, 2024 – WASHINTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) called on the federal government to place an immigration court within the state of Alabama so that the people of Alabama will, "have their own set of deportation lawyers and judges." President Donald J. Trump (R) has made securing the southern border a priority of his second administration. Trump, who campaigned heavily on immigration issues, has promised the greatest deportation of illegal immigrants in the his...
January 23, 2025 – the U.S. Senate voted to confirm John Ratcliffe to serve as President Trump's Director of the powerful Central Intelligence Agency (CIA). Ratcliffe is the second member of the Trump cabinet to be confirmed. A bipartisan majority voted to confirm Ratcliffe in a 74 to 25 vote. U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R) released a statement following the vote. "With increasing threats around the globe and after a terrorist attack in New Orleans this month, it is absolutely essential the S...
January 25, 2025–What an interesting week we’ve had! Joe Biden left office with the lowest approval rating on record, and his final pardons finished trashing his legacy. He left his party not just defeated but embarrassed. They’ll never forgive him for that! General Milley‘s portrait has been removed from the Pentagon. His name is irrevocably besmirched, and he now joins the pantheon of traitors alongside Benedict Arnold. He will be remembered only as an example of what NOT to do. Someone...
In June 2023, the town council in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, voted unanimously to install the gunshot detection service ShotSpotter. The town would get the system up and running in a few square miles of the city using $297,000 in federal COVID-19 relief funding, reports The Trace. "Crime is an issue, but it's not unique to Phillipsburg," Councilmember Keith Kennedy said after the vote. "It's in every town and city around us." ShotSpotter, which alerts police to shootings through acoustic sensors...
With drug overdose rates skyrocketing—deaths jumped from 8.2 per 100,000 people in 2002 to 32.6 in 2022, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention—more attention than ever is focused on how to treat the public health crisis of addiction. Roughly 17% of the U.S. population (48.5 million people aged 12 and up) had a substance use disorder in 2023, according to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Survey on Drug Use and Health—but most did not r...
January 25,2025 - One might think Forever Wild Land Trust's M. Barnett Lawley Field Trial Area is all about sporting dogs, but it's much, much more. The 4,323-acre property in Hale County, managed by the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' (ADCNR) State Lands Division, is indeed one of the premier competitive sporting dog event areas in the Southeast, and it also provides numerous outdoor recreational opportunities for youth and physically disabled hunters, beginner anglers...
