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MONTGOMERY, Ala. - In a renewed push to safeguard Alabama's electoral integrity, State Representative James Lomax (R-Huntsville) has reintroduced legislation aimed at banning foreign nationals and corporations from influencing state elections. House Bill 214 (HB214) seeks to prohibit both direct and indirect contributions or expenditures from foreign entities in races for candidates, political action committees, constitutional amendments, and referendums. The bill is designed to close loopholes...
6 signs your dog is feeling lonely Our dogs might not play “Creep” by Radiohead while baking and then subsequently eat an entire boxed cake recipe when they’re lonely, but that doesn’t mean they don’t feel it. Like all of us, dogs require a certain level of socialization — both with their own kind and with their humans. And when those needs go unmet, they can start feeling agitated and, to borrow a label from Thom Yorke, act like total weirdos. Loneliness, as we understand it, is a bit of a hu...
As Amazon’s marketplace grows, sellers face new compliance challenges Amazon accounts for 40% of all e-commerce revenue in the United States. While the online retail giant’s dominance has continued to grow for more than two decades, the way Amazon operates its marketplace has changed significantly. In 2010, third-party sellers (independent merchants selling products on Amazon) were responsible for roughly one-third of all units sold on the platform, according to Marketplace Pulse data. Tod...
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville joined fellow members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee in unveiling a new task force designed to identify and eliminate waste, fraud, and abuse across major federal programs. The initiative comes as lawmakers intensify scrutiny of how taxpayer dollars are managed, particularly in light of high‑profile fraud cases involving federal child‑care funding in Minnesota during Governor Tim Walz's tenure. The task force wil...
January 27, 2026 – MONTGOMERY – On Friday, Alabama Republican Party Chairman John Wahl unexpectedly qualified to run for Lieutenant Governor – giving up his post as chairman. Secretary of State Wes Allen (R) – who has been running for Lt. Gov. for the last seven months – angrily denounced Wahl. "By entering this race, Nehemiah Wahl has, once again, betrayed his obligation to the Alabama Republican Party," said Allen in a statement. "Instead of living up to his duty to promote Republica...
January 27, 2026 - MONTGOMERY - The Alabama House of Representatives has voted to pass HB41, a sweeping criminal‑justice measure that would allow courts to sentence perpetrators to the death penalty for individuals convicted of first‑degree rape, first‑degree sodomy, or sexual torture when the victim is under 12 years of age. The bill, formally titled the Child Predator Death Penalty Act, represents one of the most aggressive sentencing expansions in recent Alabama legislative history. HB41 is s...
January 30, 2026 - HOOVER, Ala. - Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters submitted a formal challenge to the Alabama Republican Party this week, arguing that U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville does not meet the Alabama Constitution's requirement that candidates for governor must have been "resident citizens of this state at least seven years next before the date of their election." In his filing, McFeeters asserts that publicly available records, travel logs, and financial disclosures raise "s...
IRS tax extension: The ultimate guide on what it means to extend your tax return Each year, millions of taxpayers elect to extend the filing of their tax return. But what does that mean? Range explains what IRS tax extensions are and how to request one. IRS Tax Extensions, Explained A tax extension allows you to take up to an additional six months to file your tax return, extending your deadline to Oct. 15 (or the next business day if the 15th falls on a weekend or holiday). The IRS does not req...
Heavy manufacturing turns to rooftop solar to cut costs and carbon As Deloitte states in its report Boosting Industrial Manufacturing Capacity for the Energy Transition, the manufacturing sector has a pressing need to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, both as a means of minimizing operational costs and shrinking its carbon footprint. The capabilities of renewable energy sources continue to evolve, and upfront installation costs are consistently declining. For heavy manufacturing facilities ma...
The best 6-seat SUV options for 2026 Although not as commonplace as their seven- and eight-seat counterparts, there are still lots of great 2026 six-passenger SUVs and crossovers on the market today. With captain’s seats in the first and second rows, these vehicles offer ample comfort, plus the added usability of a third-row seat when needed. Some six-seater SUVs have a full center console in the second row that makes it feel like a first-class cabin, while others have a pass-through to the r...
Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Anniston in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Anniston in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing...
Artazum // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Auburn in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Auburn in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets off...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Birmingham in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Birmingham in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw...
Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Daphne in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Daphne in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Decatur in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Decatur in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing...
Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Dothan in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Dothan in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets...
Andriy Blokhin // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Florence in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Florence in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing...
Artazum // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Gadsden in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Gadsden in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing markets off ki...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Huntsville in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Huntsville in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw...
Sundry Photography // Shutterstock Is it cheaper to buy or rent in Mobile in 2026? If you're deciding whether to buy or rent a home in Mobile in 2026, you're not alone. What used to be a simple answer has become more difficult as the economy continues to drift from historical norms. Previously, it was common knowledge that buying was the more affordable choice, with long-term benefits generally outweighing the initial costs. But that assumption has shifted. After the pandemic threw housing marke...
February 2, 2026 – HOOVER, Ala. – The 21-member Alabama Republican Steering Committee met by zoom call on Sunday to consider how to deal with the various ballot challenges that have been filed against a host of candidates. The 21-member committee voted to remove Lieutenant Governor candidate Dean Odle without a formal hearing where he would have been allowed to present evidence and attempt to refute the allegations made against him. Odle told the Alabama Gazette that he will appeal the dec...
February 2, 2026 - MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey renewed her call for stronger public safety measures on Monday, urging lawmakers to pass legislation that would significantly increase penalties for individuals who attempt to elude law enforcement officers. The proposal, highlighted as a key priority in her recent State of the State address, is part of the governor's broader effort to crack down on dangerous criminal behavior. During her address, Governor Ivey emphasized the responsibility of g...
Kitty is a 2 1/2-year-old female Pit mix, 50-60 lbs, found as a stray, brought to us and never reclaimed which is such a shame as she is just a love! Kitty craves attention, loves playing and does have a fair amount of energy to burn so would do best with an active owner. She is good with other dogs who are as rambunctious as her. And Kitty just loves every cat she meets, hence her name! Our adoption fees are $100 for dogs & $50 for cats under one-year-old; cats over one-year-old can be adopted...
February 2, 2026 – BIRMINGHAM – On Sunday the Alabama Republican Party Steering Committee rejected a ballot challenge brought by Tuberville's primary opponent – independent insurance agent Ken McFeeters. The 21-member committee ruled that the challenge was "frivolous" and dismissed it without a hearing. "They did not deny my challenge because they proved he lived in Alabama, but because it was "factually defective," McFeeters told the Alabama Gazette on Monday. "I don't really know what that...
Snowfall records by county During the week starting Jan. 26, a massive winter storm swept across much of the United States, blanketing regions from Texas to the Northeast with heavy snow, sleet, freezing rain, and ice, often exceeding 12 inches of precipitation. High snowfall can cause a variety of productivity disruptions, from the closing of schools and workplaces to costly interventions to clear infrastructure — especially in places unaccustomed to snowfall. Slippery roads and visual i...
