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After the holidays: Hardcore ways to get your budget back on track The holidays can be a delightful time—full of traditions, loved ones, and moments you want to make special. Between gifts, gatherings, and seasonal events, holiday spending can add up fast. And if your bank account took a hit—or you went over your budget—try not to be too hard on yourself. It happens, and it’s absolutely possible to bounce back. You can learn to manage financial setbacks, including holiday overspending, one ste...
Can states like West Virginia and Idaho pass laws protecting girl athletes? That is the prominent question that comes before The Supreme Court tomorrow, January 13th, 2026, during oral arguments for "State of West Virginia v. B.P.J." and "Little v. Hecox". As both cases involve female athletes, some at the collegiate level and some at the middle-school level, who had promising athletic careers until a male was allowed to compete against them. In "State of West Virginia v. B. P. J.", Adaleia...
January 12, 2026 – HOOVER – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall (R) qualified to run for U.S. Senate at Alabama Republican Party headquarters. Marshall was joined by supporters including sheriffs, party leaders, campaign aides, and dozens of college students. Marshall said that he was justified in running because as attorney general, "We have been able to deliver tangible results for the people of Alabama." Among his accomplishments Marshall list that he had, "Pushed back against the rad...
January 12, 2026 - MONTGOMERY - The Alabama House Democratic Caucus announced that Rep. Adline Clarke of Mobile (HD‑97) will deliver the caucus' official response to Gov. Kay Ivey's State of the State Address on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Gov. Ivey's address is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Alabama State Capitol. Immediately afterward, Rep. Clarke's remarks will be broadcast on Blueprint Alabama's Facebook page as well as the Alabama House Democratic Caucus Facebook page. Rep. Clarke, a veteran l...
The shifting demand for remote talent amid global business growth The upswing in remote work has been the most conspicuous employment trend in recent memory, driven initially by necessity, before employee expectations and demand shifted along with it. This creates opportunities for fast-growing businesses seeking new strategies to perpetuate their expansion, both domestically and globally. When entering the global marketplace, the challenge to be competitive is especially steep. Solutions and...
Comparing AI personal finance assistants: ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot and Claude AI (short for artificial intelligence) has become an everyday tool for managing money. It can do everything from explain basic financial concepts to offer personalized help with your budget and savings plan to help you prepare for meetings with your financial advisor. Not all AI assistants are the same, and each platform has its own strengths, weaknesses, and ideal use cases. If you’re comparing ChatGPT, Gemini, C...
Rangsarit Chaiyakun // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.39 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.09 (-3.5%) - Year change: -$0.31 (-11.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.14 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.7%) - Year change:...
jittawit21 // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Mobile in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Mobile, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.44 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.15 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.20 (-5.9%) -...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.47 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.06 (-2.4%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.4%) -...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Auburn in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Auburn, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Auburn by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.48 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.8%) - Year change: -$0.20 (-7.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.64 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.22 - Week change: +$0.01 (+0.2%) - Year change: -$0.03 (-1.0%)...
Elen Nika // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Decatur in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Decatur, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Decatur by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.44 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.6%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.59 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $3.19 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.08 (-2.4%)...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Huntsville in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Huntsville, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.52 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.24 (-8.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.08 (-2.5%) - Year...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Montgomery in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Montgomery, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.48 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.5%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-10.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.20 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.6%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Anniston in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Anniston-Oxford, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Anniston by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.42 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.05 (-1.9%) - Year change: -$0.38 (-13.6%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/11/22) - Diesel current price: $3.18 - Week change: +$0.02 (+0.7%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.45 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.01 (-0.5%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $3.26 - Week change: -$0.00 (-0.1%) - Year...
Istvan Csak // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Daphne in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Daphne-Fairhope-Foley, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Daphne by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.46 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.03 (-1.2%) - Year change: -$0.27 (-9.7%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.68 (6/12/22) - Diesel current price: $3.24 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change:...
Daniel Avram // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Birmingham in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Birmingham, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Birmingham by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.51 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.6%) - Year change: -$0.25 (-8.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.61 (6/13/22) - Diesel current price: $3.29 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.5%) - Year change:...
Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Dothan in the last week CheapInsurance.com compiled statistics on gas prices in Dothan, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of January 12. Dothan by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.50 --- Alabama average: $2.49 - Week change: -$0.05 (-2.0%) - Year change: -$0.26 (-9.4%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $3.37 - Week change: -$0.03 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.12...
January 13, 2026 – MONTGOMERY – At noob today both houses of the Alabama Legislature gaveled in opening the 2026 Alabama regular legislative session. New members of the Alabama House – elected in special election in 2025 were introduced to the members and officially joined the Former state Representative Matt Woods (R-Jasper( joined the Senate filling the vacancy created by the resignation of former Senate Pro Tem Greg Reed (R-Jasper) to accept a position from Governor Kay Ivey as Alabama Secret...
January 13, 2026 – MONTGOMERY – Alabama Governor Kay Ivey (R) delivered her ninth and final State of the State address as the Alabama Legislature opens the 2026 regular session ahead of the 2026 Republican and Democratic primaries on May 19 to elect new leadership. "My fellow Alabamians! The momentum is in our sails in Alabama – and we are not done yet!" declared Governor Ivey. "Today marks my 10th Regular Session as governor," said Gov. Ivey. "Since then, we have seen investments total...
How policy is setting the stage for markets in 2026 As we step into 2026, the fundamental backdrop for markets appears more favorable than anything we’ve seen since 2021. It may be hard to remember after wrapping up a strong year for global markets, but investors climbed a significant wall of worry throughout 2025. Policy uncertainty dominated headlines: Would DOGE trigger a recession? Was the U.S. heading into a trade war? Would the Fed prioritize fighting inflation or supporting the m...
DHS is deputizing local and state police forces to enforce immigration law On Sept. 2, 2025, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published a press release announcing a change that has the potential to transform law enforcement across the country, and especially in rural counties. A new promise to reimburse salaries, benefits, and overtime pay for county and municipal law enforcement officers who partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) could prove a major incentive for...
On January 14, 1784, in the quiet winter capital of Annapolis, Maryland, the Confederation Congress gathered inside the Senate Chamber of the Maryland State House to take an action that would formally close one of the most consequential chapters in world history. With a unanimous vote, the delegates ratified the Treaty of Paris, the agreement that officially ended the American Revolutionary War and secured the independence of the United States of America. Though the fighting had ceased more...
Sectors to consider when investing in 2026 Investors who navigated 2025 with diversified portfolios didn’t just reduce risk—they enhanced returns. In 2026, the playbook for many investors remains balanced: Stay invested in large-cap AI leaders while broadening exposure beyond the narrowest part of the market. Range highlights three aspects of portfolio construction to pay attention to this year. Maintaining Exposure to AI and Big Tech Without Going All In Concerns of an AI bubble abound, and...
Motorcycle insurance and state helmet laws: A 50‑state overview Motorcycle insurance coverage protects riders and their bikes from financial loss due to liability, collision damage, theft, and other risks. State helmet laws intersect with insurance considerations because helmet use affects injury severity, safety statistics, and sometimes even premium cost factors. Cheap Insurance explores how each state approaches helmet requirements, helping to clarify differences in rider risk profiles and i...
