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How many accidents are caused by texting and driving? Most people know that texting behind the wheel can increase the likelihood of a crash, but just how many accidents are caused by texting and driving? The Sumner Law Group LLC explores the risk factors associated with texting and driving, why texting-related accidents are so common, and what you can do to stay safe behind the wheel. What Are the Dangers of Texting and Driving? Operating a motor vehicle is inherently dangerous because there are...
Hand holding U.S. passport and wheeling a suitcase. Atstock Productions // Shutterstock As demand for US passports grows, here are the states with the most aspiring world travelers More Americans than ever before are gaining access to international travel with a U.S. passport. According to the Department of State, in 1990, only 5% of U.S. citizens had a passport. As of mid-2024, 48% of Americans have a passport. Pew Research from 2023 says half of Americans have visited between one and four...
Why we still don’t have enough solid data on pregnancy in prison When the Bureau of Justice Statistics released the first-ever national look at reproductive issues in state and federal prisons in April, it answered some long-standing questions, while raising a few more, about pregnancy and maternal care behind bars. Even though women are the fastest-growing segment of the prison population, no agency tracks vital statistics on pregnancy and reproductive care in state and federal prisons. The BJS...
How to build business credit without using personal credit Many small business owners fail to consider business credit until they urgently need it. This financial tool is separate from personal credit and allows your company to secure financing based solely on its operational history and financial standing. For startups and emerging enterprises, establishing solid business credit can create a clear path to growth without risking personal finances. The benefits are substantial and practical....
May 31, 2025 – HOMEWOOD, AL – Secretary of State Wes Allen (R) addressed the Alabama Federation of Young Republicans at their state convention at the Homewood Public Library. Allen is running for the Republican nomination for Lieutenant Governor. Over 70 young Republican delegates from across the state were in the room. "I want to thank you for being involved," said Allen. "It is all about leadership. You have great leadership in the room. Just look at how full this room is. It is all about lea...
May 29, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Petroleum and Convenience Marketers of Alabama (P&CMA) announced their endorsement of U.S. Senator Tommy "Coach" Tuberville (R-Alabama) to be the next Governor of Alabama. Rex Jones is the chair of the P&CMA Board of Directors. "Tommy Tuberville understands the challenges facing Alabama's energy and retail sectors, and he is committed to supporting policies that promote economic growth, protect small businesses, and ensure a reliable fuel supply across the...
Governor Ivey Continues Bolstering Veteran Support, Unveils Members of State Board of Veterans Affairs May 30, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday unveiled the newly restructured Alabama State Board of Veterans Affairs (SBVA) members. "In Alabama, we proudly support the men and women who wore the uniform to fight for our freedoms. We continue to prioritize veteran needs in our state and want to ensure we have every available resource for these men and women who served our c...
June 5, 2025 – TUSCALOOSA, AL – Multiple sources have reported that State Representative Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa) is the favorite candidate to receive a governor's appointment to be Public Service Commission President. The position became vacant last week when past President Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh (R) accepted a presidential appointment to head USDA's Rural Development Office in Alabama. Cynthia Lee Almond is an American attorney and politician serving as a member of the Alabama House of...
Student absences have surged since COVID-19. Some lawmakers say parents should be jailed As educators nationwide grapple with stubbornly high levels of student absences since the pandemic drove schools into disarray five years ago, Oklahoma prosecutor Erik Johnson says he has the solution. Throw parents in jail. Chronic absenteeism nearly doubled—to about 30%—the year after the pandemic shuttered classrooms, plunged families into poverty and led to the deaths of more than 1 million Ame...
How the ‘billionaire lifestyle’ at a Park City, Utah, mansion fueled a new movie by the creator of ‘Succession’ The old saying in real estate — that the three most important things are “location, location, location” — also applies to making movies, as evident in the new film, “Mountainhead,” shot this spring near Park City, Utah. The dark comedy — which debuts Saturday evening on HBO (at 6 or 9 p.m. Mountain time, depending on your provider) and starts streaming Saturday at 1:01 a.m. Mountain...
MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Former Alabama Supreme Court Justice James Letcher "Jay" Mitchell has officially launched his campaign for Alabama Attorney General, marking a significant shift from his judicial career to a more active political role2. Mitchell, a Republican, served on the Alabama Supreme Court from 2019 until his resignation in May 2025. His campaign announcement emphasized his commitment to conservative values, law and order, and advancing the Trump agenda3. A Tough-on-Crime Approach In...
June 7, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced she is tapping Cynthia Lee Almond to serve as president of the Public Service Commission. This fills the seat previously held by Twinkle Cavanaugh, who has taken a role with the Trump Administration. "Cynthia has proven to be an extremely effective public servant and leader, and I am confident the people of Alabama will be even better served when she takes the helm at the Public Service Commission," said Governor Ivey. "...
MOBILE, AL - Kyle Sweetser has officially launched his campaign for the U.S. Senate, challenging the current political landscape in Alabama. The Mobile businessman is running as a Democrat, positioning himself as a candidate who claims to understand the struggles of everyday Americans and is committed to restoring the American Dream. "America was founded on freedom from oppression," said Sweetser on his website. "But today, too many Americans work 40 hours a week and barely make the rent....
The most volatile major currencies in 2025 2025 has proven to be an unusually volatile year for foreign exchange movements. The Trump administration and ongoing conflicts have led to frequent exchanges between world leaders and policymakers, while record-high tariffs are affecting global trade more significantly than we have seen since the 2000s. Since 2020, the world has seen many disturbances compared to a much more geopolitically stable first part of the millennium. Between COVID-19, new...
A father holding his newborn baby at the hospital a day after birth. Lopolo // Shutterstock Brain study identifies a cost of caregiving for new fathers Parenting makes the heart grow fonder, and the brain grow … smaller? Several studies have revealed that the brain loses volume across the transition to parenthood, Darby Saxbe, a psychology professor at the University of Southern California, writes for The Conversation. But researchers are still figuring out what these changes mean for parents. I...
CULLMAN, AL – Cullman County Sheriff Matt Gentry (R) has announced that he's stepping up to run for the Alabama Public Service Commission, answering what he calls a God-given calling to serve the good people of Alabama in a new way. Born and raised in Cullman County, Sheriff Gentry has spent his life standing up for his community and doing what's right. From enlisting in the United States Marine Corps out of high school, and soon after, starting his career as a deputy sheriff in Cullman C...
June 5, 2025 - LANETT, AL – Kristin Nelson has announced her candidacy for State House District 38, as she launches a campaign centered on strengthening public safety to protect our neighborhoods and schools, supporting local communities through economic opportunity, protecting Alabamians' educational freedoms, and adding meaningful tax relief for working families. "As someone who grew up on the Chambers Lee County line, I know firsthand our district is full of hard-working families who are doin...
Various state and local partners will be offering free wellness screenings, educational resources, and food, while supplies last, at a community-wide event on Wednesday, June 11, from 9 to 11 a.m., at Selma University. All Dallas County residents are invited to attend and learn more about applying for Veteran Affairs (VA) benefits; nutrition and physical activity; Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP); mental health and community connections; and much more! Selma University expressed...
Switching from a compounded to a brand-name GLP-1? Here’s how to do it in 5 steps Until recently, several glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) injections were in shortage. During this time, compounded versions became a more accessible option. Now, brand-name GLP-1 injections of semaglutide (Ozempic, Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Mounjaro, Zepbound) are available again. And with compounded GLP-1s largely being phased out, many people will need to switch back. Switching from a compounded to a brand-name G...
Automation in restaurants: Enhancing service, not replacing it Restaurants are going all in on automation. According to the Square Future of Restaurants Report, 85% of restaurant leaders plan to invest in automation within the next year because they believe it will enhance efficiency and improve operations. However, customers have mixed feelings. While more than 75% of restaurant leaders are optimistic about AI and automation, diners remain skeptical. They don’t want technology to replace h...
Here are the top 10 busiest airports in the US The U.S. has some of the biggest and busiest airports in the world. Way.com compiled the top 10 busiest airports in the U.S. in accordance with the annual passenger traffic. Read more to learn whether your airport has made it to the list or not. Busiest Airports in the US Here’s the list of the top busiest airports in the U.S. A table listing the top 110 busiest airports in the U.S. Aerotime Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (AT...
June 9, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom for his inaction in addressing the Los Angeles riots. Tuberville accused Newsom of "defending terrorists." "Maybe if you did your job and put an end to the riots and chaos in LA, the National Guard wouldn't have needed to step in," Sen. Tuberville said on his X social media account. "But you're more focused on defending terrorists than protecting AMERICAN CITIZENS." Tub...
June 9, 2025 - TUJSCALOOSA, AL - History repeats itself for Tuscaloosa City Councilman, Norman Crow. As he was first elected to the Tuscaloosa City Council in March of 2021 to replace the outgoing city councillor, Cynthia Almond. Cynthia Almond was later elected to the Alabama House of Representatives for the 63rd District. Now that Almond will be vacating her House seat on June 15th, 2025 to head the Public Service Commission, sources say that Norman Crow intends to follow in her footsteps...
June 9, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Pete Ricketts (R-NE) to reintroduce the Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure (AFIDA) Improvements Act to bolster reporting requirements for foreign owners of American farmland. The legislation would codify recommendations to the original AFIDA of 1978 that were published in January 2024 by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) after it found that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is not prepare...
June 9, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey on Monday introduced Huntley, the new First Dog of Alabama. Huntley is a three-year-old, female Yellow Lab. "Huntley is amazing, and I am excited to introduce her to my fellow Alabamians," said Governor Ivey. "She and I enjoy practicing her commands and tricks, playing with her toys, and we have even had a chance to break away for a weekend at the lake. Huntley very quickly adjusted to life at the Governor's Mansion, and she is loving it!" H...
