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WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 3, 2026 – Once again Senate Democrats have refused to pass a government funding package. The whole fall in Congress was wasted because Democrats refused to fund the government because they were demanding more spending for health care. Government employees went weeks without pay, government offices worked with half staff, hundreds of airplane flights were cancelled, and millions who depend on government SNAP, WIC, and Veterans benefits were fearful that their ben...
WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 3, 2026 – The U.S. House of Representatives will consider a procedural vote to consider a funding package that if passed will keep the government funded and end the partial government shutdown. Conservatives in the House are not happy that the Senate changed the funding package. If the House passes a bill with changes and sends it back to the Senate – as some members have advocated for – that will delay the process even further. President Donald J. Trump on Monday...
A proposal moving through the Alabama Legislature is drawing attention to one of the state's longest‑running governance debates: who ultimately controls Alabama's multi‑member boards. HB220, sponsored by Rep. Chris Pringle, would give the Governor, the Speaker of the House, and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate explicit authority to remove and replace any board member they originally appointed. Under current practice, many multi‑member boards operate with staggered terms and limited remov...
Digging out: 6 things homeowners should do right after a blizzard A massive snowfall that blankets the world in white and cancels everything for a day (or a few) can be magical — especially for kids. But for homeowners, snowstorms can be stressful. That stress doesn’t end when the snowfall stops — and not just due to the thought of having to clear all that snow. Hopefully, you safely endured the massive snowstorms that whipped across the U.S. in recent weeks, freezing cities in their tracks as t...
Can a 50-year mortgage fix housing affordability? The data says mostly no Longer loan terms could open the door to home ownership for 1 in 85 renters in America’s 100 largest cities, but not all will benefit equally. A 50-year mortgage term could reduce monthly payments by an average of just around $84 while ballooning interest by roughly $561,000 on an average home in each of America’s 100 largest metros. That’s a controversial proposition. Nevertheless, at the end of that lengthy term, buyer...
How businesses can save money with LTL contract management LTL (less-than-truckload) shipping allows multiple shippers to share space and costs for smaller freight loads that don’t require a full truck. However, rising LTL shipping costs are a persistent challenge for manufacturers, distributors, retailers and e-commerce businesses. Broussard Logistics explains how strategic contract management can reduce LTL shipping costs. While many companies focus on negotiating lower rates, true savings com...
January 14, 2026 – What started with a bank failure and a currency collapse – in an already terrible Iranian economy – has become a mass demonstrations protesting joblessness, water shortages, inflation, and decades of political and cultural repression. The protests have rocked the Iranian regime to its very core. Iran's Ayotollahs rule with a level of totalitarian control that few regimes in world history can match and there response to protests has only been more violence and repre...
Montgomery, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Monday that the state has reached a settlement with Aurora IV and Wellness, a Cullman IV infusion clinic accused of administering unapproved and potentially dangerous weight‑loss drugs to unsuspecting patients. The agreement permanently shuts down the clinic, bars its owners - Amanda and Chris Medders - from working in any healthcare role involving direct patient treatment, and requires more than $24,000 in combined r...
As the Great Wealth Transfer begins, most families remain unprepared The largest intergenerational wealth transfer in history is here. According to the Federal Reserve, Americans born before 1965 hold more than $105 trillion, or 63%, of household wealth in the U.S. Over the next two decades, the Great Wealth Transfer will see most of that passed on to younger generations. Yet, new research reveals that only 14% of American adults have had detailed conversations about inheritance with family...
MONTGOMERY - Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey will deliver her final State of the State address Tuesday evening, marking the ceremonial start of the 2026 legislative session and offering what is expected to be a forward‑looking reflection on her nine years in office. The speech, scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Alabama State Capitol, will highlight stories of service, education, and community resilience - themes Ivey has emphasized throughout her tenure. According to reporting from al.com, ABC 33/40, and Rocket...
January 12,2026 - Montgomery - Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has released new details regarding the discovery of noncitizens who were illegally registered to vote - and in some cases, illegally cast ballots - in Alabama elections. The announcement follows last week's disclosure that 186 noncitizens had been identified on the state's voter rolls, including 25 individuals who had voted in past elections. On Monday, Allen's office published a county‑by‑county breakdown showing where the ill...
Marina-foodblogger // Shutterstock More electric vehicles means less gas tax revenue: How this impacts Alabama's budget Electric vehicles are more popular than ever, with 21% of new car sales in the United States being either electric, hybrid, or plug-in hybrid models. One of the unintended consequences of this consumer trend is the effect on gas tax revenue. Every gasoline and diesel sale in the U.S. includes a small added tax. This tax is used to fund state transportation budgets, highway...
In recent years, the stability of Cuba's long-standing regime has come under increased scrutiny as international dynamics shift and old alliances falter. The island nation, once heavily reliant on support from Venezuela, now faces an uncertain future following the U.S. raid that sent former dictator Nicolas Maduro into exile and prosecution by the United States. End of an Era: The Venezuela-Cuba Alliance Unravels For decades, Cuba depended on generous supplies of oil and financial aid from Venez...
January 10, 2026 – IRAN – The government of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has been rocked by increasingly violent protests. What started as peaceful protests by people concerned with economic conditions has grown into nationwide protests demanding that the Islamic revolutionary government go away. Khamenei responded to the peaceful protestors by dismissing them as "vandals," "rioters," and "terrorists." In a televised address, Khamenei said protesters were "vandals" trying to please the United Sta...
5 examples of AI agents in the workplace Just like a fancy camera doesn't make you a photographer, just having access to powerful AI tools doesn't mean you're getting real value out of them. It's what you do with the tools—how you structure the workflow, train the agent, and plug it into your systems—that determines whether it's a novelty or a strategic advantage. Zapier spoke with business leaders about how they're using AI agents to build autonomous workflow solutions at scale. Here are fiv...
Mass protests, economic collapse, and rising casualties fuel speculation about whether the Islamic Republic is entering its most vulnerable moment in decades. Iran is facing its most intense wave of nationwide unrest since the 2009 Green Movement, with protests spreading across major cities, dozens killed, and the government imposing sweeping internet blackouts to contain the uprising. What began in late December as demonstrations over soaring prices and a collapsing currency has rapidly...
How award season has evolved into a second-screen cultural spectacle In a media landscape shaped by on-demand streaming and personalised feeds, live television might seem like a fading idea. Yet year after year, award shows like the Golden Globes still dominate timelines, group chats, and entertainment headlines. They create moments that capture reaction, commentary, and conversation in real time. That cultural pull is reflected in both viewing figures and social buzz. The Golden Globes 2025...
What the shift means for American ranchers and Alabama's cattle economy In a historic shift, Brazil has overtaken the United States as the world's largest beef producer, according to market estimates released in early 2026. Fueled by aggressive export growth, rapid productivity gains, and a massive national herd, Brazil's rise marks a turning point in global protein markets - and raises pressing questions for U.S. ranchers, consumers, and policymakers. The Numbers Behind Brazil's Surge Brazil's...
In recent years, a quiet but powerful land rush has swept across America's heartland. Billionaires like Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, and Mark Zuckerberg have amassed vast portfolios of farmland and ranches, transforming the ownership landscape of one of the country's most vital resources: agricultural land. While some see these purchases as strategic investments or philanthropic ventures, others warn of long-term consequences for food sovereignty, rural economies, and local control. Bill Gates:...
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) in introducing a resolution commending the United States military for its recent action in Venezuela with the arrest of indicted narco-terrorist dictator Nicolás Maduro. The resolution praises the operation's precision and the Trump administration's leadership in the fight for a more free and secure Western Hemisphere-paving the way for a democratic Venezuela. "Nicolás Maduro is the leader of a t...
January 6, 2026 - WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) took to the Senate floor to object to Democrats' attempts to re-write history about the January 6th hoax. Over the past five years, Democrats have tried everything they can to blame the events that took place at the Capitol on January 6, 2021 on Republicans when, in reality, it was Nancy Pelosi and Democrats who were responsible for the security failures that day. Read excerpts from Sen. Tuberville's remarks below or w...
January 9, 2026 - MONTGOMERY - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is celebrating a recent U.S. Supreme Court order that vacated a lower-court ruling against religious protections for the Amish community in New York, calling the decision a win for parental rights and religious freedom. The case centered on New York's 2019 repeal of religious exemptions to school vaccine mandates, a move that imposed steep financial penalties on Amish-only private schools that declined to comply. Alabama led...
January 9, 2025 - Washington D.C. - Today, U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-07) voted to pass three domestic appropriations bills for the fiscal year 2026. The Commerce, Justice, Science; Energy and Water Development; and Interior and Environment appropriations bills passed the House today with bipartisan support. Sewell secured the inclusion of $750,000 for the City of Brighton and key funding for historic preservation. "After failing to pass a single appropriations bill last year, I'm glad that...
Marian Weyo // Shutterstock Coldest Januarys in Alabama since 1895 Stacker compiled a ranking of the coldest Januarys 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. January 1905 - Average temperature: 38.6°F - Monthly...
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...
