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Top baby names in 2025, broken down by state Baby names provide insight into the population’s culture during any given year. Some trends come and go in a single year, whereas others last for decades. Choosing a baby name is a deeply personal choice and parents create a unique association with a single name, yet that name may be present in hundreds of other families across the country, hinting at deeper trends across the U.S. In addition to the timeless classics that never seem to leave our s...
September 29, 2025 - BIRMINGHAM, AL - In a significant development in Alabama's 2026 Attorney General race, Henry County Sheriff Eric Blankenship has formally endorsed Katherine Robertson, a conservative Republican candidate and longtime legal advocate within the state's justice system. The endorsement adds momentum to Robertson's campaign, which has steadily gained support from law enforcement leaders across Alabama. Sheriff Blankenship, known for his hands-on leadership and commitment to rural...
MONTGOMERY, AL - September 30, 2025 - Gubernatorial candidate Ken McFeeters has unveiled a proposal to embed Alabama's constitutional principles into the very architecture of the state's new legislative building. If elected, McFeeters plans to install permanent monuments and plaques throughout the new Alabama State House to honor Article 1, Section 35 of the state constitution-a declaration he calls "the clearest statement of limited government ever written." The new State House, currently...
September 29, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Andy Kim (D-N.J.) today introduced the Small Entity Update Act to modernize the Security and Exchange Commission's (SEC) regulatory framework to provide relief for small businesses and entrepreneurs. This bipartisan legislation would direct the SEC to update its outdated definition of "small entity" and assess the costs of regulatory compliance for these small and growing businesses. This would ensure current and...
September 29, 2025 – JASPER, AL – Republican voters in Alabama's House District 13 will head to the polls Tuesday, September 30, for a special Republican primary election to fill the seat vacated earlier this year by Matt Woods's election to the Alabama Senate. The race has drawn attention across Walker and Winston counties, where local issues and party dynamics are shaping a closely watched contest. Why the Election Matters House District 13 has long been a Republican stronghold. Democrats hav...
September 28,2025 - GRAND BLANC, MI - A Sunday morning worship service at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Grand Blanc Township turned into a scene of horror as a gunman rammed his truck into the chapel, opened fire on congregants, and set the building ablaze. Authorities have confirmed five fatalities, including the shooter, and at least eight others hospitalized. At 9:25 a.m. CDT police received reports of a vehicle crashing into the church. 9:26 a.m.: Officers arrived on...
Kathleen Chalfant and Sarah Friedland pose with awards at the 81st Venice Film Festival. MARCO BERTORELLO/AFP via Getty Images The best movies of 2025 so far As is often the case, movie releases in 2025 have included some serious highs and lows. There were major box-office hits, like "A Minecraft Movie," which brought in more than $423 million at the box office and set the record as the most successful game-to-film adaptation of all time, along with some colossal disappointments, like Disney's u...
September 28, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – the Republican controlled House of Representatives passed a continuing resolution that would have kept the government funded for another thirty days; but Senate Democrats rejected that plan. The Republican plan failed to clear a 60-vote filibuster in the Senate. It includes largely extending current funding levels through Nov. 21 to allow appropriators more time to finish a bipartisan annual budget. A Democratic counterproposal would provide funding thr...
September 28, 2025 - QUANTICO, VA - President Donald Trump confirmed Sunday that he will attend a major gathering of U.S. military leaders organized by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, scheduled for Tuesday at Marine Corps Base Quantico. The event is expected to draw hundreds of generals and admirals from across the armed forces. In a phone interview with NBC News, Trump described the meeting as "really just a very nice gathering," focused on military readiness and morale. "We're talking about...
================================================== ERROR IMPORTING STORY: Invalid canonical URL: ================================================== Christian Mueller // Shutterstock How gas prices have changed in Alabama in the last week Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Alabama. Gas prices are as of September 26. Alabama by the numbers - Gas current price: $2.78 - Week change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Year change: -$0.02 (-0.9%) - Historical expensive gas price: $4.63 (6/14/22) - Diesel...
Maxim Grohotov // Shutterstock Hottest Septembers in Alabama since 1895 In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, while 20 states saw one of their 10 hottest days in the same month. The year prior, July marked the hottest month on record worldwide. Climate change is driving rising temperatures and more record heat. The Earth’s temperature has climbed each decade since 1880 b...
Your company is going public: Navigating complex equity decisions Let's say you have worked at a tech company for seven years and are now facing a potential initial public offering. You have a mix of nonqualified stock options, incentive stock options, and restricted stock units, and are wondering how to approach your equity compensation decisions. You left the company recently and had to exercise some ISOs, triggering alternative minimum tax for the first time. Now, with the IPO on the...
Do police respond to car accidents in private parking lots? Car accidents are not limited to public roads and highways; they frequently occur in private parking lots and on private roads. If you’re involved in such a collision, you might be unsure about the proper steps to take, especially regarding police response and your car insurance. In this article, CheapInsurance.com helps you navigate a private property accident, from understanding police jurisdiction to filing a claim with your i...
Alcohol ads are returning to the NYC transit system, alarming public health experts In 2018, hoping to curb underage drinking, the Metropolitan Transit Authority banned advertising for alcoholic beverages in New York City’s transit system. But the MTA board backtracked this summer, approving significant carve-outs for alcohol ads in subways, buses, and stations. The move stunned public health experts and advocates, who say that the harmful health effects of alcohol consumption, particularly f...
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) Office of Radiation Control has been made aware of more reports of imported goods contaminated with radioactive cesium-137 (Cs-137), specifically shrimp. ADPH is actively tracking this incident to minimize any impacts to public health, the economy, and the environment. At this time, no product that has tested positive for Cs-137 has entered the U.S. marketplace or food supply chain. Other than shrimp, no reports of other food products with...
September 25, 2025 - After working as a city clerk and then the city manager for the city of Northport in West Alabama, Tom Walker returned to his alma mater, The University of Montevallo, to work as an assistant to the president of the university. It was there that he conceived his idea of building a new city of his own. But, not just any city. For with a degree in history and political science from The University of Montevallo, Mr. Walker had a lifelong interest in history, and his idea was...
September 26, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. - In a recent episode of the America's Kitchen Table podcast, hosted by the National Federation of Republican Women (NFRW), Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall shared his perspectives on a range of issues critical to Alabama families and communities. The conversation touched on public safety, border security, and protecting the rights of women and children, reflecting Marshall's ongoing commitment to safeguarding the well-being of Alabama residents. A...
Counties with the oldest homes in Alabama There's an undeniable charm that comes with pre-World War II American architecture, characterized by high ceilings, crown molding, hardwood floors, and ornate details. In fact, 11.4% of all housing units in America were built in 1939 or before, showing the popularity of the preservation of these units. Owning a piece of history can sometimes come with a cost: Many old homes come with asbestos, lead piping, knob-and-tube wiring, and other outdated...
Navigating a bull market: What history tells us about all-time highs As markets hover near all-time highs and September brings its reputation for volatility, many investors find themselves caught between optimism and anxiety. Should you be worried when stocks seem to climb endlessly? What do high valuations really mean for your portfolio? Range explains the historical context behind these market dynamics, which can help you make more informed decisions. When Markets Feel Too Good to Be True The...
Nearshoring and reshoring: Why more businesses are moving supply chains closer to home Global trade in 2025 is a moving target. With tariffs shifting overnight, de minimis disappearing, and geopolitical tensions rising, the global supply chain is volatile. For business leaders, the real question isn’t whether to adjust strategy, but how quickly they can move. The thing is, navigating these turbulent waters and constant changes is much easier said than done. While the end goal of ramping up U...
8 ways to save money on home maintenance Does it feel like homeownership is just a never-ending to-do list of routine maintenance tasks? Being a homeowner means you have full dominion over your living space — but it also means you’re responsible for taking care of everything. How Much Do You Have Set Aside For Home Maintenance? Unfortunately, home maintenance isn’t as simple as flipping some switches and checking a few filters. Keeping your home in tip-top shape isn’t free. As a rule of thumb,...
September 24, 2025 - WINTER GARDEN, FL – West Orange High School in Winter Garden, Florida, has discontinued its weekly "Witchy Wednesday" video series after receiving a demand letter from Liberty Counsel, a legal advocacy organization. The series, produced by students and aired during mid-week morning announcements, featured segments on spells, magic, moon worship, and other witchcraft rituals. The abrupt end to the program highlights ongoing debates about religious instruction and the s...
September 24, 2025 - ELMORE COUNTY, AL. - The Alabama Farmers Federation has announced its endorsement today of Rep. Troy Stubbs for Alabama House District 31, which covers parts of Elmore County. "Rep. Stubbs has served us well in Montgomery and at home," said Richard Edgar, Elmore County Farmers Federation president. "He is a conservative who knows the importance of agriculture to our district, and we are proud to endorse him." Stubbs has a B.S. in finance from the University of Alabama and a...
September 29, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) said on X that Democrats are forcing a government shutdown in order to hinder President Donald J. Trump's efforts to restore order to America's cities. "Antifa terrorists are burning our cities, attacking ICE facilities, and murdering people at church," said Sen. Tuberville on X. "Meanwhile, the Radical Democrats want to shut down our government and stop funding law enforcement. Make no mistake – this is an attem...
September 29, 2025 - POINT CLEAR – Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced more than $45 million for 23 projects in Coastal Alabama supported by funds from the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006 (GOMESA). These projects focus on environmental education and outreach, boating access, water quality improvements, recreational access improvements and other important projects that are included in the original intent and authorized use of GOMESA funds. Governor Ivey made the announcement d...
