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HOOVER, Ala. – The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) will open qualifying online for individuals seeking to serve as delegates to the Republican National Committee Midterm Convention beginning Tuesday, July 7. The event will be held September 8-10, 2026. Key qualifying deadlines are as follows: Congressional District Delegates: Qualifying opens Tuesday, July 7, at 8:30 a.m. and closes Wednesday, July 8, at 5:00 p.m. At-Large Delegates: Qualifying opens Tuesday, July 7, at 8:30 a.m. and closes S...
The summer concert state rankings: Which states pack more festivals, shows, and tours in 2026 Summer 2026 is shaping up to be one of the densest live music seasons in recent years. From packed festival calendars to a resurgent touring industry, a handful of breakout U.S. states are finally getting the traffic they deserve. Not all states are created equal when it comes to live music density, though. ThatsThem has compiled per-capita concert data, venue infrastructure metrics, and festival...
BROOKWOOD, Ala. - A 24-year-old man faces capital murder charges after a University of Alabama student, her friend, and a family pet were found shot to death inside a Brookwood home on Monday, July 6, 2026. The Tuscaloosa County Violent Crimes Unit arrested De'Kendrick Crawford, 24, on a capital murder warrant on Tuesday after a tense, hours-long tactical standoff in Northport. Crawford is being held in the Tuscaloosa County Jail without bond. Discovery and Investigation Brookwood Police...
alisalipa // Shutterstock Coldest Julys in Alabama since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Julys in Alabama since 1895 using data from the National Centers for Environmental Information. Rankings are based on the lowest average temperature in each month. For each of the coldest months listed below, we've included the average state temperature, state-wide highs and lows for the month, and the total precipitation. #10. July 1975 (tie) - Average temperature: 78°F - Monthly high...
July 8, 2026 - CARBON HILL, Ala. - A man was shot and killed by a Carbon Hill police officer earlier today during an encounter that state investigators are now working to piece together, according to preliminary information released by authorities. The incident occurred late Wednesday morning in a residential area near downtown Carbon Hill. Police say officers were responding to a call involving a disturbance when they encountered the man, whose identity has not yet been publicly released. What...
A tragic domestic violence incident in Baldwin County, just east of Mobile, has left a mother dead and her husband critically injured after their 17‑year‑old son allegedly stabbed both parents during a Sunday night dispute. What Happened Authorities say the teen attacked his parents, Samantha Baker, 37, and Lance Baker, 46, inside their Belforest community home following an argument over disciplinary issues. The violence spilled outside, where neighbors witnessed Lance-covered in blo...
The preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, the 23‑year‑old accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10, 2025 at Utah Valley University, has unfolded over several days of intense testimony, legal disputes, and emotional courtroom moments. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, and the hearing's purpose is to convince State District Judge Tony Graf that enough evidence exists to proceed to trial. Key Developments from the Hearing 1. DNA Evidence Under Scrutiny...
MONTGOMERY, AL - A proposed change to federal coal ash regulations could affect how utilities monitor and clean up waste stored at Alabama power plant sites, including facilities near rivers and groundwater. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced April 9 that it is proposing amendments to federal rules governing coal combustion residuals, commonly known as coal ash. EPA says the proposal would allow more site-specific decisions by permit authorities, encourage beneficial reuse of...
Democrats across the country are urging Maine U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw from the race after newly surfaced sexual assault allegations triggered a rapid and sweeping collapse of party support. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, and top Democratic organizations have all publicly called for Platner to step aside, citing both the seriousness of the accusations and the political implications for a critical battleground race. The Allegations The...
In Magnolia Springs, the Fourth of July does not need grandstands, barricades, or a big-city production to feel important. It happens under the shade of old oak trees, along a two-lane road lined with folding chairs, strollers, hand-held flags, and families who arrived early to claim a patch of grass. Children ride decorated bicycles down the yellow lines. Neighbors wave from trucks and golf carts. Firefighters, deputies, parents, grandparents, and children all become part of the same moving...
CENTREVILLE, Ala. (July 7, 2026) – Tuscaloosa Coca-Cola Bottling Company, a sales center of Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, Inc. (UNITED), in proud partnership with Centreville Main Street, unveiled a newly restored Coca-Cola mural on Tuesday, July 7, at 10 a.m. at 1100 Walnut St. on Centreville Town Square. The restored 1940s mural is a tribute to Coca-Cola's longtime presence in Southern communities and reflects a shared commitment to preserving local history. Fully funded through a p...
The Mobile County Sheriff's Office joins the Cochran family, friends, members of the law enforcement community, and the citizens of Mobile County in mourning the passing of former Sheriff Sam Cochran, whose lifetime of service, leadership, and unwavering commitment to public safety left an indelible mark on our community and the State of Alabama. Sheriff Cochran dedicated 48 years of his life to law enforcement, serving the people of Mobile County with integrity, compassion, and determination....
Voters went to the polls on June 16 to pick the Republican and Democratic nominees for over a dozen major offices. The big winners were John Wahl, Barry Moore, Katherine Green Robertson, Corey Hill, and Everett Wess. They and the other nominees now advances to the November 3 general election. Just 10.3 percent of Alabama voters participated in the primary runoffs despite millions of dollars being spent by the major campaigns to motivate people to come to the polls. In the race for Lieutenant...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - An 18-year-old suspect is facing three counts of capital murder following a deadly drive-by shooting that claimed the life of a 6-year-old girl in Montgomery, Alabama. The Montgomery Police Department arrested Malik Demetrius Millender, 18, less than 24 hours after the shooting. Millender was booked into the Montgomery County Detention Facility late Monday night and is being held under no bond. Details of the Incident According to police and emergency responders, the shooting...
Where it pays to be in nursing in 2026 Nursing is a calling, but it’s also a paycheck, and location can have a major impact on that paycheck’s true value. While demand for nurses exists across the U.S., compensation does not factor evenly from state to state. After accounting for differences in local costs, some states offer nurses materially stronger earning power than others, making geography an important part of the profession’s financial equation. That compensation gap matters not only for n...
The states where flood risk is rising fastest, and how many homes aren't insured for it Floods are the costliest and most common natural disaster in the U.S., causing more than $8 billion in damage in 2024, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency. $3.8 billion happened in areas not considered high risk. Fathom’s U.S. Flood Risk Index [2026] estimates that the average annual exposure of the U.S. population will increase by 72.6% by 2050 from 2020 levels. In Louisiana, where flood r...
(Montgomery, Ala) – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall celebrated today's opinion issued by the U.S. Supreme Court in Little v. Hecox and West Virginia v. BPJ affirming that states may protect girls' sports by restricting participation to biological females. "Common sense won again. Alabama stood strong for our female athletes, and the Supreme Court agreed. This is about fairness. Our daughters worked too hard, sacrificed too much, and dreamed too big to be pushed aside. The science is c...
The security challenges behind America’s biggest party Independence Day is one of America’s biggest celebrations, with thousands of temporary events happening across the country, all at the same time. For security staff, this can create problems, including overcrowding, heavy traffic, unfamiliar layouts, and lots of people trying to leave at the same time. The Fourth of July is huge, as AAA projected that 72.2 million people would travel at least 50 miles from home during the 2025 Ind...
1 most expensive states to buy rental property in 2026 As housing prices soar, homebuying has become harder across the country. Naturally, some places are hit harder than others. The gap between the least and most expensive states to buy rental property has widened substantially, and it’s impacting how and whether people can afford real estate. There are a few different reasons for the discrepancy, ranging from limited housing supply to restrictive zoning laws. Sudden jumps in job and p...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Tuscaloosa in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Tuscaloosa, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Tuscaloosa by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.43 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change: +$0.65 (+23.3%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.49 - Week change: -$0.14 (-3.1%) - Year change: +$1.11 (+32.7%) -...
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 June 29. Montgomery by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.54 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.06 (-1.6%) - Year change: +$0.73 (+26.1%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.67 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.37 - Week change: -$0.16 (-3.5%) - Year change: +$0.94 (+27.3%) -...
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 June 29. Mobile by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.38 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.04 (-1.3%) - Year change: +$0.57 (+20.5%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $4.30 - Week change: -$0.15 (-3.4%) - Year change: +$0.88 (+25.7%) - Historical...
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 June 29. Huntsville by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.44 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.10 (-2.8%) - Year change: +$0.64 (+23.0%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.60 (6/14/22) - Diesel current price: $4.65 - Week change: -$0.09 (-1.8%) - Year change: +$1.28 (+37.9%) -...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Gadsden in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Gadsden, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Gadsden by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.32 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.13 (-3.8%) - Year change: +$0.62 (+23.2%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.55 (6/15/22) - Diesel current price: $4.37 - Week change: -$0.24 (-5.2%) - Year change: +$1.05 (+31.7%) -...
pan demin // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Florence in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL metro area using data from AAA. Gas prices are current as of June 29. Florence by the numbers - Gas current price: $3.34 --- Alabama average: $3.46 - Week change: -$0.09 (-2.5%) - Year change: +$0.57 (+20.8%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.62 (6/10/22) - Diesel current price: $4.57 - Week change: -$0.11 (-2.4%) - Year change: +$1.22...
