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Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday signed a proclamation declaring July 2 as “Made in the USA” Day to highlight the contributions of Alabama manufacturers, workers and companies as we head into the holiday weekend.

The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is hosting a public hearing on the possibility of the state rescheduling medical marijuana, after objecting to the federal reclassification recently enacted by President Donald Trump's administration.

With Fourth of July traffic in full force on Alabama’s coast, local leaders are taking notes as they see how a new traffic pattern and a new bridge are faring.

River Bank & Trust was hit by a ransomware attack in June.

Former Auburn University men’s basketball coach Bruce Pearl called on Vice President JD Vance to discontinue any association with Tucker Carlson for his continued criticism of the Israeli government and U.S. foreign policy pertaining to Israel.

According to Palmer, many establishment Democrats currently have no answer to far-left socialists who are sweeping elections across the country, particularly in places like New York.

The Conecuh County Coroner’s Office confirmed two people were killed in a house fire overnight.

The Fairhope Police Department is investigating a fatal collision between an electric bicycle and a truck.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced the arrests of more than 30 illegal aliens from two manufacturing plants in the Birmingham area.

On Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey announced that the state’s school choice Education Savings Account program for the 2026-2027 school year has been fully funded for parents who have taken advantage of the state program.

The Alabama Tourism Department defended the state’s pavilion at the Great American State Fair from criticism on Wednesday.

The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office held a baptism service Monday for inmates who wanted to be baptized.

Governor Kay Ivey on Wednesday announced the appointment of Jennifer Rudden Conway to serve on the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles.

House Pro-Tem Chris Pringle (R-Mobile), the original bill sponsor of the "Gender is real legislation," is celebrating the SCOTUS decision affirming states' rights to protect women's sports.

Gulf Shores Mayor Robert Craft said there is no question that a new bridge over the Intracoastal Waterway is helping get drivers into Gulf Shores. However, he is disappointed in a last-minute change that is making it more difficult to get off the island.

Former Montgomery City Councilwoman Marche Johnson sued the city of Montgomery and the eight other members of the council on Monday after her seat was recently vacated.

Stockton residents voted Tuesday to have a say in future developments.

The Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) took a victory lap on Tuesday after a U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) decision affirming the right of states to protect women from competing against biological males in sports.

The Pike Road Town Council recently extended a ban on new gas station construction by one year. 

The Trussville community is mourning the loss of longtime educator and Cahaba Elementary School principal Joy Tyner. Tyner passed away Tuesday morning after a battle with cancer.

Ron Burkett, of Trussville, is known for his pressure washing creations. For years, Burkett has made art out of a cleaning project. He has created patriotic driveway art for the Fourth of July, a manger scene for Christmas, and a wildlife scene during the COVID-19 quarantine.

Following the bench's verdict, elected officials from across the country, including Alabama, weighed in on the decision.

An illegal alien from Nepal who is accused of scamming a Fairhope couple is now in custody after his alleged partner in crime was arrested in December 2025.

Mobile Archbishop Mark S. Rivituso received his pallium from Pope Leo XIV at Saint Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. 

Alabama’s state leaders were elated on Tuesday after the announcement of a U.S. Supreme Court (SCOTUS) decision affirming the actions of states like Alabama to protect women from competing against biological males in sports.

Orange Beach Mayor Tony Kennon and the city council are at odds over allegations of conspiracies and cover-ups. The latest conflict came during a live-streamed council meeting to appoint a new council member following the retirement of Jerry Johnson.

A woman from Warrior was one of three firefighters killed while fighting along the Colorado-Utah border.