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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...
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,...
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...
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 - 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...
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...
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...
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...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday concluded School Choice Week by introducing the Davis family who utilizes the CHOOSE Act, the governor's education savings account (ESA) program. Doug and Marinella Davis homeschool their four adopted children. Both Rikardo "Riko" (12) in 7th grade and Hanna (11) learning 3rd - 5th grade are supported by the CHOOSE Act. The two younger children, Benedict (9) and Bernadette (8) are biological siblings and studying at a 2nd grade level. "Although School C...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 23, 2026 - Congressman Robert Aderholt (R‑Ala.), Chairman of the House Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, celebrated a major legislative milestone Thursday as the U.S. House of Representatives passed the final four appropriations bills for Fiscal Year 2026. The votes complete Congress' work on all twelve annual spending bills, advancing a full-year funding package that now heads to the Senate. The final measures approved by...
WASHINGTON, D.C. - January 30, 2026 - U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) announced a major funding victory for Alabama this week, securing more than $111.3 million in direct appropriations for state priorities as part of a sweeping Fiscal Year 2026 legislative package. The bills, passed by the Senate on Wednesday, now head to the U.S. House of Representatives before landing on President Trump's desk for final approval. As a member of the powerful Senate Committee on Appropriations, Britt played...
MINNEAPOLIS - What began as a tense confrontation between Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents and protesters in Minneapolis has escalated into a national political flashpoint after Minnesota Governor Tim Walz invoked one of the most consequential moments in American history: the firing on Fort Sumter, the spark that ignited the Civil War. Walz's comparison - delivered during an interview with The Atlantic - instantly reverberated through political circles, drawing sharp criticism...
MONTGOMERY – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the appointment of Christopher E. Connolly as Circuit Judge in the 11th Judicial Circuit in Lauderdale County. Connolly's appointment fills a vacancy on the court. A graduate of Auburn University and The University of Alabama School of Law, Connolly was a partner in the law firm of O'Bannon, O'Bannon and Connolly from 1988 to 2004 before serving as District Attorney for the 11th Judicial Circuit, including Lauderdale County, from 2005 to the p...
January 30, 2026 – The Alabama House of Representatives voted to end the requirement that the University of Alabama have a stand-alone school of social work. House Bill 152 (HB152) was sponsored by state Representative Danny Garrett (R-Trussville). Rep. Garrett explained that in their discussion with the University of Alabama about proposed outcome based funding for the university that University of officials brought up that they are required by law to have a stand alone school of social work. H...
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JACKSONVILLE, Ala. - Authorities are asking for the public's help locating a Jacksonville man who has been missing for more than a week. According to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA), Patrick Slade Boothe left the area of Parker Place SW in Jacksonville on January 23, 2026, and has not returned. Family members and investigators have been unable to contact him since his disappearance. Boothe may be traveling in a white 2007 Lexus GX with gold-colored wheels, bearing Alabama license...
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Restomod rising: How modern reliability upgrades are impacting classic car values The classic car market has changed significantly in the past two decades, with various forces exerted upon it from within and without, leaving it almost unrecognizable today compared with how things stood at the turn of the millennium. The most pronounced and widely covered shift in this period stems from older vehicles moving from money-losing passion projects to investment prospects. Along with other asset...
How single Americans are spending Valentine’s Day with their dogs Valentine’s Day is traditionally associated with candlelit dinners, heart-shaped chocolates, and romantic gestures between couples. But for a growing number of single Americans, Feb. 14 looks a little different — and a lot furrier. Instead of swiping for last-minute dates or stressing over dinner reservations, more people are choosing to spend Valentine’s Day with the one companion who always offers unconditional love: their d...
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