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Allen Keller: Choosing liberty over equality

In rejecting the rigid, forced “equity” that was on the ballot last November, we instead chose liberty, which is nothing less than an attempted return to constitutional government, a fact that bodes well for the year ahead. 

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American Idol winner Taylor Hicks starts 2025 tour at Shelby County Arts Council January 10-11

Taylor Hicks appears in Columbiana, Alabama January 10-11.

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Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe declares for the 2025 NFL Draft

Jalen Milroe’s run as Alabama’s starting quarterback officially comes to an end.

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Kay Ivey legacy springs to life? State agencies offer a barrage of praise for sitting governor

In the first days of the new year, Gov. Kay Ivey received a massive wave of social media adoration within the span of a few hours from multiple agencies in the state, praising her administration’s work

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Long-time Montgomery attorney Doyle Fuller, who saved PACT tuition program, dies on Christmas Day

Attorney Doyle Fuller died on Christmas Day. He represented 55,000 Alabama families who were short-changed in the PACT tuition program.

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Dem State Sen. Coleman-Madison seeks motor vehicle license and registration fee increase to fund public transportation

State Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison (D-Birmingham) has pre-filed a bill ahead of the upcoming legislation to levy an additional $5 license tax and registration fee on motor vehicles in the state.

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Auburn University alum killed in New Orleans terror attack

Drew Dauphin, a 2023 graduate of Auburn University, was killed in the New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans on Wednesday.

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Applications open for Alabama’s new education savings account school choice program

Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced applications for the CHOOSE Act, the state’s new Education Savings Account program, are officially open. 

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Finebaum 'waving the white flag' on Alabama after ReliaQuest Bowl loss — 'Count me out'

SEC Network's Paul Finebaum regrets his efforts to vouch for Alabama being deserving of getting into the 12-team College Football Playoff over the likes of SMU.

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University of Alabama student among 15 killed in New Orleans terror attack

A University of Alabama student was killed in a New Year’s terror attack in New Orleans, according the university.

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Eagle Forum conference registration open; Early bird pricing through Jan. 4

Eagle Forum of Alabama will hold its 2025 legislative issues conference on January 31 in Birmingham.

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'Takedown with Chris Hansen' episode features Blount County man known as school, church janitor

The latest episode of TruBlu’s “Takedown with Chris Hansen” shows a man communicating with who he thought was a 15-year-old boy.

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New childcare-related tax credits and grants go into effect in new year

A bill part of a comprehensive workforce development legislative package goes into effect in the new year, allowing employers and childcare providers to claim a tax credit to aid those in the workforce in accessing childcare.

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‘An act of unbridled evil’ — Alabama congressional delegation reacts to New Year’s Day terrorist attack in New Orleans

At least 15 people were killed and more were injured in the early hours of New Year’s Day in New Orleans after Shamsud-Din Jabbar, an ISIS flag-carrying terrorist, drove a pickup truck into the crowded French Quarter area and then opened fire.

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Allen Mendenhall: Onward, Dr. Jewell!

Alabama’s next governor must understand that a state’s universities shape more than classroom syllabi: they influence the intellectual atmosphere in which citizens breathe, businesses operate, and culture evolves.

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'The leader we need' — Aderholt backs Speaker Mike Johnson after Trump endorsement ahead of Friday’s shaky election

U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Haleyville) has officially thrown his hat in the ring with current House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) ahead of Friday’s election, which is shaping up to be shaky for the incumbent speaker despite receiving an endorsement from President-elect Donald Trump.

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2025 Jewish Film Festival begins Jan. 12 in Mobile, Baldwin Counties

New films showcasing Jewish history and culture at filmfest in Mobile and Baldwin Counties January 12-30.

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Tuberville recognizes all 12 'Veterans of the Month' for 2024; Nominations now open for 2025 series

This week, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) recognized the 12 veterans from Alabama who he honored as "Veterans of the Month" throughout 2024 for their service and contribution to their community.

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State Supreme Court reverses lower court decision on assessing fire service fees in Marshall County

The Supreme Court of Alabama recently issued a multipart decision regarding fire service fees in Marshall County fire districts, ultimately reversing, affirming and remanding rulings made by a lower court.

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Sound Money Tax Neutrality Act takes effect January 1

A law passed in 2024 removing all income taxes on capital gains from the sale of silver and gold will go into effect on January 1.

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Gulf Coast Phoenix condominiums started with a dream and $500

The yellowhammer is the state bird of Alabama, but a mythical bird is flying high above the state's coastal region, welcoming all who come to visit.

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Jim Zeigler: A powerful 2025 New Year’s resolution; different and difference-making

Possibly the world's simplest and easiest New Year's resolution. You can quit by the end of January but benefit all year.

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Man shot by celebratory gunfire while asleep in Jefferson County home

The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is investigating a New Year's shooting involving a victim who was likely an unintended target.

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AG Marshall confirms decision to forgo 2026 gubernatorial bid

On Tuesday, multiple media outlets confirmed Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall will not seek the governor's office in 2026.

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Col. John Eidsmoe: You don't trust CNN – why should your children?

Readers, you don’t trust CNN for your news. Why would you trust CNN with your children? 

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State Rep. Juandalynn Givan running for Birmingham mayor

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan (D-Birmingham) announced on Tuesday she was running to be the next mayor of Birmingham. 

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Income tax exemption for active duty National Guard, reserve pay becomes law on January 1

Legislation passed in the 2024 session that provides a state income tax exemption for active duty pay for National Guard members and reservists became law on Wednesday.

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