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February 20, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a major rebuke of presidential trade authority, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6–3 on Friday that President Donald Trump exceeded his legal powers when he used the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose sweeping global tariffs throughout 2025. The decision places more than $175 billion in tariff collections at risk of refund and sharply narrows the scope of unilateral tariff actions available to the White House. Chief Justice John R...
February 19, 2026 – VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. – Republican State Auditor candidate Derek Chen addressed the Greater Birmingham Young Republicans (GBYRs) at their regularly scheduled meeting about his campaign. This month the GBYRs were meeting at Slice Pizza on Timberlake Road in Vestavia. Chen is a longtime member of the GBYRs. This is his first run for elected office. "I have known most of y'all for many years," said Chen. "I know all of y'all, but I don't think you know my origin story. 100 yea...
February 20, 2026 - TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - A Tuscaloosa County jury has sentenced Luther Watkins Jr. to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2019 murder of Tuscaloosa Police Investigator Dornell Cousette, rejecting the death penalty sought by prosecutors and closing one of the most painful chapters in recent Alabama law‑enforcement history. The verdict came after emotional testimony and years of legal delays, culminating in a sentencing phase that weighed the brutality of the c...
Best affordable luxury SUVs of 2026 Finding an affordable luxury SUV that mixes practicality with high-end amenities and expressive design doesn’t have to be a budget-busting exercise. Using Edmunds’ rankings and a $50,000 budget — including mandatory destination charges — here are 10 of the best affordable luxury SUVs on the market today. The top pick, the BMW X1, edges out its rivals, but only by a smidge. You really can’t go wrong with any of these right-priced luxurious crossovers and SUVs,...
The impact of leadership on employee engagement and how surveys close the gap Improving engagement is a priority for many organizations. You introduce new initiatives, invest in better communication, and offer more perks, all in the hope of creating a more connected and motivated workplace. But even with those efforts, something can still feel off. Engagement doesn’t always respond the way you expect. So what if the most important factor isn’t what you’re doing, but how your leadership team...
The cofounder prenup: Money questions to settle before the first wire hits Starting a company with someone you trust can feel effortless at first. You’re aligned on the idea, feeling excited about what you’re building together, and running on momentum. Talking about money can feel awkward, overly formal, or unnecessary — especially if you’re friends, former colleagues, or long-time collaborators. But here’s the truth most cofounders learn the hard way: Startups don’t usually fall apart becau...
8% won’t apply without pay transparency: What job seekers expect in 2026 Pay transparency is quickly turning into a front-end requirement, not a late-stage negotiation. In a new 2026 hiring survey from Patriot Software, an accounting and payroll software provider for small businesses, job seekers describe salary visibility as a trust signal and a time-saver, especially in a market shaped by layoffs, role consolidation, and longer hiring cycles. The clearest line in the sand: 44% say t...
February 15, 2026 – VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. – Republican U.S. Senate candidate Rodney Walker was in Vestavia Hills on Saturday to address the Mid-Alabama Republican Club about his campaign. Walker is an East Alabama rancher and businessman. "I am from Lineville in Clay County," said Walker. "My wife – Stacie – and I live on a 3,000 acre cattle farm." "We have three sons," said Walker. "They are all grown now." "Both of my grandfathers served in World War II, my father was in the army, I served...
February 12, 2026 – PELL CITY, AL – U.S. Senate candidate Morgan Murphy addressed the St. Clair County Young Republicans about his campaign ahead of the May 19 Republican primary. Murphy is a former editor of Southern Living Magazine. He also is a U.S. Navy Reserve Captain who served in the first Trump administration as the press secretary for the Pentagon. Murphy expressed his displeasure with then Secretary of Defense Mark Esper and General Mark Millie who were both critical of President Tru...
Expansion of HSA and FSA rules under One Big Beautiful Bill: What you should know Starting in 2026, more people will qualify for HSAs, and more expenses will be covered. Some FSA limits will increase for the first time in nearly 40 years. Key takeaways: - The One Big Beautiful Bill Act expands health savings account (HSA) eligibility and what counts as a qualified medical expense. In 2026, more Affordable Care Act marketplace plans will be HSA-eligible, and direct primary care fees may qualify...
1 unforgettable adventures to have around the world in 2026 With more travelers turning to adventure experiences in 2026 than ever before, an epic tour is worth planning for. From hiking Peru’s Inca Trail to rolling through the fields of the Netherlands during tulip season and island-hopping bridges in Japan to cycling the French countryside alongside cycling pros during the actual Tour de France—EF Adventures recommends 10 experiences that separate a good year from an unforgettable one. Tou...
February 18, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The state of Alabama held the ribbon cutting ceremony for the state's new Veteran's Resource Center in downtown Montgomery. The Dexter Avenue facility opened just 12 months after the Legislature passed and Governor Kay Ivey (R) signed the legislation during last year's session along with sweeping changes that the Legislature made to the organization of the Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs. The new Veterans Resource Center will be one central loc...
February 18, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Rep. Paul Lee of Dothan has been elected the new Majority Leader of the Alabama House of Representatives, stepping into one of the Legislature's most influential leadership roles for the remainder of the quadrennium. His election follows the resignation of former Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen of Hartselle, who stepped down to pursue the chairmanship of the Alabama Republican Party. Lee, a Republican who has represented House District 86 since...
February 18, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - The Alabama House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 71 (SB71) on Tuesday. The legislation blocks the Alabama Department of Environmental Management and other state regulators from passing regulations that are stricter than the standards passed by federal regulators like the Environmental Protection Agency or the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The bill is sponsored by state Senator Donnie Chesteen (R-Geneva) and was carried in the House by State...
The US issues the most EB-1 visas to professionals from these countries Each year, thousands of the world’s highest achievers apply for the EB-1, a U.S. visa category designed for people with extraordinary ability, outstanding researchers, and multinational executives. Despite its high bar for eligibility, the EB-1 remains a popular Green Card pathway, with the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services receiving almost 13,000 initial I-140 petitions each quarter. That may be because it’s one...
February 17, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama House of Representatives passed the Camp Safety Act – House Bill 381. What HB381 Does - The Essentials HB381 is known as the Sarah Marsh Heaven's 27 Camp Safety Act, a major camp‑safety reform bill introduced in the 2026 Regular Session. It was brought forward by Rep. David Faulkner (R‑Mountain Brook) with broad bipartisan support. "This bill places common sense safety requirements on the overnight camps in Alabama to help keep children safe," sa...
Fear over farmland loss is slowing renewable energy development in rural areas When Chad Raines took over his family’s Texas cotton farm in 2008, he thought the going would be easy. That’s because their first year was relatively profitable — but the success was short-lived. “The next 11 years was just loss after loss after loss,” Raines said in a Daily Yonder interview. “We just kept digging our hole deeper.” Raines soon began to question whether he should continue running the farm, or pivo...
February 18, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - State Rep. Kenneth Paschal (R-Pelham) announced on Tuesday that has filed legislation to revise Alabama's child abuse and neglect central registry procedures, establish new due process protections, and require additional oversight and training within the Department of Human Resources. Paschal said the proposal is intended to strengthen child protection efforts while ensuring investigations are handled consistently and in accordance with constitutional...
February 15, 2026 - WASHINGTONN, D.C. - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R‑Alabama) joined Shannon Bream on Fox News Sunday for a wide‑ranging conversation that underscored her growing national profile and her continued focus on issues she argues are central to Alabama families: border security, national defense, economic stability, and protecting vulnerable Americans. The interview, posted by Britt's office, highlighted her efforts to position Alabama as a key player in national policy debates. Emp...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - February 16, 2026 - With House Bill 67 (HB67) now advancing to the Alabama Senate, Focus on America is issuing an urgent warning: the bill may lower the cost of the statewide voter list, but its new restrictions on access and use represent a step backward for transparency, accountability, and citizen oversight. HB67, which has already passed the Alabama House, proposes to cap the cost of Alabama's electronic voter list at $1,000. But Focus on America argues that the bill's...
A new surge of anti‑government protests has broken out across Iran, marking the most significant unrest since the nationwide uprising that began in late 2025. Demonstrations have spread across multiple provinces, fueled by economic collapse, political repression, and public outrage over the government's continued use of lethal force against civilians. Videos shared by activists show crowds gathering in major cities and smaller towns alike, chanting against Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali K...
NEW ORLEANS, La. - In a major development for ongoing church‑state litigation across the South, the full U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled 12–6 to allow Louisiana to move forward with displaying the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. The decision lifts a lower‑court injunction and revives Louisiana's 2024 law requiring the displays in every publicly funded classroom from kindergarten through college. The ruling in Roake v. Brumley came as a per curiam opinion, meani...
February 13, 2026 - PELL CITY, Ala. - Republican Attorney General candidate Katherine Robertson has secured a major endorsement from St. Clair County Sheriff Billy Murray, who also serves as President of the Alabama Sheriffs' Association. The announcement marks a significant boost for Robertson's campaign, reinforcing her deep ties to Alabama's law enforcement community. Sheriff Murray praised Robertson's decade of service as Chief Counsel in the Attorney General's Office, citing her commitment...
February 23, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑AL) has joined Senator Rick Scott (R‑FL) to introduce the SNAP Data Transparency and Oversight Act, a new bill aimed at strengthening federal oversight of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and curbing fraud, waste, and abuse in state-administered benefits. The legislation comes in response to reports that some states-including California-have refused to comply with federal enforcement efforts. The bil...
February 23, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that a former employee of a Tuscaloosa nursing home has been arrested for the theft of funds from the facility's residents. At the time of the crimes, Tameko H. Green, 52, a Tuscaloosa resident, had been employed as the facility's financial officer. In that capacity Green was responsible for maintaining the facility's patient trust fund, an account used for the residents' daily needs. Green had been employed...
