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November 25, 2025 - MONTGOMERY - In a move to defend Alabama's high-skill workforce, State Representative Napoleon Bracy, Jr. announced the introduction of the Alabama Professional Workforce Protection Act, a bill designed to formally recognize and protect a range of licensed, workforce-critical occupations that the federal government may soon exclude from its definition of "professional degree programs." The legislation comes in response to a proposed rule change by the U.S. Department of...
Be ready to shine before guests arrive: 4 most common home maintenance mistakes to avoid this holiday season The air’s getting crisper, the leaves crunch underfoot, and every park stroll leaves you in awe at Mother Nature’s artistic side. You need to put on a sweater in the morning and evening, and the scent of cinnamon and pine is already in the air. Yes, the signs are clear: winter is coming. But while the season brings cozy dinners, twinkling lights, and classic tunes, it also has a way of...
November 20, 2025 – MONTGOMERY – Democratic gubernatorial candidate JaMel Brown appeared on the Brandon and Christopher Show Podcast, where he addressed his campaign for governor, his stance on major issues, and the internal challenges he faces within the Alabama Democratic Party ahead of the 2026 primary. Speaking with Brandon Moseley, Lead Reporter and Content Manager for the Alabama Gazette, and Alabama Political Contributor Publisher Chris Peeks, Brown expressed confidence in his cam...
A conservative group based out of Central California known as the 805 Patriots, due to the area code for their region being "805", is organizing an event termed, "Patriots in the Park" on February 28th, 2026. The event is to encourage likeminded MAGA supporters who want a "return to American roots and classic values" to spend a day in Disneyland in Anaheim California to "Make Disney Great Again". Founded by Charles DiMauro during the covid-era lockdowns, 805 Patriots, is a conservative group...
November 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, in concert with Missouri and attorneys general from 20 other states, has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to stay a federal district court ruling that temporarily blocked the use of Texas's congressional map. The lower court's decision ordered Texas to implement a different map, one that would likely benefit the plaintiffs' preferred political party by reassigning multiple congressional seats. The coalition of states cont...
TUSCALOOSA, AL – Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters is taking an unconventional and energetic approach to reaching Alabama voters-by literally cycling his message directly to them. With no special-interest groups writing six-figure checks and without the name recognition of his opponent, McFeeters says the solution is simple: go to the people themselves. On Saturday, before the Alabama vs. Eastern Illinois football game, McFeeters rode across the University of Alabama campus t...
November 24, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a dramatic legal rebuke with sweeping implications, U.S. District Judge Cameron McGowan Currie has dismissed criminal indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who brought the cases-Lindsey Halligan-was unlawfully appointed. The decision, issued on November 24, 2025, invalidates the indictments on the grounds that Halligan, a former personal attorney to President Donald...
AI seeps into products and their marketing: Is it harming consumer trust? Browsing your favorite e-commerce site, you can buy a variety of AI gadgets, like an AI-powered board game for family night. If you’re curious what that entails, you can read the product description, which AI checkers suggest is entirely generated by AI. And while your mouse hovers over the AI-generated summary or you scroll through potentially AI-generated reviews, you may be wondering: Can you trust this product e...
What the top 1% pays in taxes across the US The top 1% of earners across the U.S. earn an average of 19.5% of all income — sometimes garnering criticism from pundits and politicians — but pay 37% of total income taxes. This cohort thus contributes the largest chunk of funding for infrastructure, healthcare, welfare programs, and more, despite advantages that may enable them to minimize their taxes through professionally guided strategies or more tax-friendly locations. Policies that propose tax...
How economic uncertainty is shaping Black Friday and Christmas spending frenzy Market participants, analysts, and economists have all been looking for signs of a recession since 2022. An economic hard landing following the post-COVID boom seemed almost inevitable, given the numerous warnings that had appeared throughout. But as the end-of-year holiday shopping season approaches, a real test could be coming for the North American economies, which OANDA examines here. The strategic consumer: How...
5(k) savings by age: Complete 2025 contribution guide and targets The ideal 401(k) balance by age 30 is 1x your annual salary, 3x by age 40, 6x by age 50, 8x by age 60, and 10x by age 67. In 2025, you can contribute up to $23,500 annually to your 401(k), plus an additional $7,500 catch-up contribution if you're 50 or older. To maximize your 401(k), contribute at least enough to get your full employer match, increase contributions by 1%-2% annually, and aim to save 10%-15% of your income for re...
How much will your airplane ticket cost this holiday season? A record 81.8 million Americans are expected to travel for Thanksgiving this year, according to AAA, with 6 million traveling by plane. AAA projected that nearly 8 million travelers flew for Christmas last year. Those are some of the highest holiday air travel counts ever recorded, and it comes as airfare remains higher than pre-COVID-19 pandemic prices. Motley Fool Money analyzed airfare data and travel trends to help consumers...
Dry skin? Here are 3 helpful tips to restore from the inside out As with all aspects of health, skin health is a holistic concept. You need to do a lot of things right — get adequate rest, eat a nutrient-dense diet, find the right lotions, and many other things — to keep your skin from resembling a catcher’s mitt. But what many people fail to consider is that hydrating your skin also depends on hydrating your body as a whole. If you don’t replace fluids and electrolytes after a sauna, for ins...
How AI can support doctors in diagnosing patients Artificial intelligence is transforming the way people approach medicine, from diagnosis to treatment planning. The comparison between AI and human doctors raises essential questions about accuracy, speed, empathy, and safety. In this article, Doctronic explores the evidence, the trade-offs, and how emerging services fit into the evolving landscape of direct-to-patient care. Setting the Stage: What ‘Accuracy’ Means in Diagnosis Accuracy in dia...
What is an automated valuation model home appraisal? Whether you’re considering refinancing, taking out a home equity loan, or curious what your home may be worth, waiting weeks for an appraisal can feel painfully slow. That’s where automated valuation models (AVMs) come in. An AVM is an algorithm that estimates a property’s value by analyzing large datasets, including comparable sales, property characteristics, tax assessments, and neighborhood trends, to generate a near-instance value estim...
Best practices for using AI in financial planning Financial planning has constantly evolved with technology. Now, the rise of artificial intelligence marks a more disruptive leap. It has already started to change how plans are built and reviewed. Today’s AI tools aim to synthesize sets of data, make recommendations based on spending patterns, automate long-term projections and summarize estate plans. These capabilities have the potential to save time and improve clarity. But like any tool, AI ha...
One glitch away: Why digital trust defines retail success this holiday season As U.S. consumers feel their wallets tighten and retailers brace for more cautious spending this holiday season, every single online sale matters. According to new data from Rocket Software’s Consumer Insight Survey, retailers can’t afford even a moment of friction: a slow-loading page, a failed payment, or a confusing checkout is enough to send a shopper elsewhere. Today’s consumers have very little patience and p...
Why timeless fine jewelry is the most sustainable choice Fine jewelry has long symbolized commitment, personal milestones, and emotional significance. Today, it carries another layer of meaning: conscious, sustainable consumption. While the fashion industry increasingly pushes high-turnover accessories and trend-based purchasing, fine jewelry invites consumers to slow down, invest in lasting quality, and choose pieces meant to endure. In this article, VRAI explains why sustainability is not...
October 6, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The government shutdown has now stretched for 37 days and lawmakers in D.C. are not optimistic that there will be a resolution anytime soon to the partisan impasse. Senate Democrats are refusing to consent to a routine continuing resolution (CR) that would give the parties more time to work on the 2026 budget – which was supposed to be finished by September 30 but now appears impossibly delayed. The number of Alabamians affected by the shutdown continue to gr...
MONTGOMERY, AL — In light of the recent discontinuation of federal SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) funding, the City of Montgomery is sharing information to help residents connect with local organizations offering free food and essential support. “We want to make sure residents know where to turn for help,” said Mayor Steven L. Reed. “Our goal is to get this information into the hands of those who need it most.” A number of churches, nonprofits, and food banks across Montgomery are stepping up to provide groceries, meals, an...
Montgomery Alabama, a city steeped in civil rights history and Southern charm, is facing a modern crisis that threatens its communities and public safety: the rising prevalence of gang violence. Once considered a peripheral issue, gang- related crime has surged into the spotlight in 2025, prompting concern from residents, law enforcement, and state officials alike. A Violent Wake-Up Call The urgency of the problem was underscored on October 5, 2025, when a shootout between rival gangs erupted...
How will tariffs impact your holiday shopping? Rising prices have been top of mind for consumers for several years, especially coming off the high inflation after the pandemic. Now, rising global tensions in 2025, including new tariffs, are starting to impact people’s wallets. In fact, the Harvard Business School Pricing Lab, which has been tracking the effect of tariffs on more than 350,000 goods, has found prices are around 5% higher as a result of them. As you’re preparing for your hol...
October 24, 2025 - OXFORD, AL - Alabama businessman Rodney Walker has made a bold financial commitment to his campaign for the United States Senate, investing $350,000 of his own money to support his bid for federal office. The substantial contribution underscores Walker's pledge to bring principled, conservative leadership to Washington and reflects his belief in self-funded, grassroots-driven campaigning. Walker, president of Patriot Fueling Centers USA and Walker Lands and Cattle LLC,...
November 6, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced Alabama's plan for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP) has been submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The One Big Beautiful Bill Act – which President Trump supported and Congress passed in July – includes the RHTP, a multi-year, $50 billion program that empowers states to strengthen rural communities across America by improving healthcare access, quality and outcomes by tra...
