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Over the weekend, State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) took to social media with a post demonstrating the shortcomings of the current Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

With the goal of transforming Alabama's healthcare delivery system across the state, Gov. Kay Ivey issued an executive order on Thursday forming the Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group.

During Friday's episode of WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show," State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur) spoke about the continued demand from West Alabama leaders for a four-lane highway they claim will better connect the region with economic opportunities.

A $300 million expansion is planned for Huntsville's MidCity District to boost the area's already substantial entertainment and recreation options.

Following news of FBI deputy director Dan Bongino's resignation, conservatives across the country, including U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn), are praising the former Secret Service agent and conservative commentator.

A Guntersville insurance agency co-owner has been confirmed to the Tennessee Valley Authority's (TVA) board of directors.

On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate passed the National Defense Authorization Act for 2026. The legislation reportedly includes a pay increase for service members, drastic reductions in funding for DEI-related policies and increased protections for women in sports at service academies.

On Wednesday, State Sen. Matt Woods (R-Jasper) prefiled legislation aimed at increasing transparency in cases of child sexual abuse.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) joined Newsmax's "National Report," on Wednesday for a wide-ranging discussion focused largely on Venezuela's Nicolas Maduro and the ongoing "war against drugs" in Latin America.

On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) spoke about U.S. Space Command's imminent relocation to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville during a discussion on Alabama's Morning News with JT.

In June 2025, Ronald Bland, 32, allegedly shot and killed 27-year-old Akera Harris outside of a club on W. Moulton Street in Decatur.

The chief trial attorney for the Madison County District Attorney's Office has announced a campaign for a local judgeship.

During a Tuesday appearance on "The Benny Show" with Benny Johnson, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) discussed the recent murder of Mountain Brook native Ella Cook, who was killed on Brown University's campus by an unknown assailant over the weekend.

With the goal of reducing childhood obesity among America's youth, U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has introduced new legislation codifying President Donald Trump’s Executive Order officially establishing the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition.

A former Missile Defense Agency employee has pleaded guilty to one count of Unauthorized Removal and Retention of Classified Documents after transferring top-secret materials from a Huntsville MDA facility to their personal residence and vehicle.

In recent months, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) has introduced legislation working to limit the influence of Islam within the United States, while also warning of the dangers posed by the religion.

U.S. Sec. of War Pete Hegseth and members of Alabama's federal delegation, along with local elected officials, attended an unveiling ceremony at Redstone Arsenal on Friday for U.S. Space Command's new site and signage.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) spoke from the Senate floor on Thursday about the massive fraud recently uncovered in Minnesota's Somali community.

On Thursday, at an annual hearing held by the House Committee on Homeland Security, U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) touted North Alabama's contributions to national security, including the development and testing of counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems, as well as the training of individuals to operate them.

A Guatemalan man with ties to Albertville has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after pleading guilty to illegal re-entry after deportation.

During a call with reporters on Thursday, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) discussed President Donald Trump's campaign to remove Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro as the despot approaches his 13th year of rule.

A legal veteran with over 20 years of experience in the judicial system has been selected to serve as Madison County Circuit Judge in Alabama’s 23rd Judicial Circuit by Governor Kay Ivey.

According to local law enforcement, an illegal alien in Madison County was arrested last week and charged with the rape of a child under the age of 12.

U.S. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth will visit Redstone Arsenal on Friday to attend the unveiling of the U.S. Space Command's new signage at the Huntsville military base.

According to U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery), a minimum age limit for social media use is needed to address a growing mental health crisis occurring among the nation's youth.

U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) joined host Steve Bannon for a Monday edition of War Room to discuss the growing threat radical Islam presents to the U.S. and the religion's conquering of Western Europe.

A new $6 billion manufacturing facility owned by Eli Lilly and Company is now coming to Huntsville.