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As the first football coach to implement a full-time chaplain in the 90s, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) applauded Trump’s initiative and said it was vital for the future of America.

In a lawsuit filed by Mark Parnell, the former lawyer for the Birmingham Water Works Board, he takes aim at the legislature’s reconstitution of the board and their motivation behind it, saying that his now canceled multi-million dollar contract was “to ensure institutional continuity,” and to prevent senior leadership from leaving as a result of "political chaos".

The Alabama Tourism Department spent $7,800 in taxpayer dollars to fund Central Alabama Pride events in 2024 and 2025.

The rise of homelessness in Homewood has become a significant topic during the 2025 municipal election, with multiple candidates discussing it at forums and events.

Ross Taylor & Associates, a new full-service governmental and public affairs firm, officially launched today, bringing together two of Alabama’s most seasoned and respected political strategists: John Ross and Charlie Taylor.

The suspect in the murder of retired Auburn University professor Julie Gard Schnuelle had previous charges in Virginia, according to court documents.

Montgomery Fire and Rescue announced on Monday that a newborn baby was "safely and anonymously surrendered" at its Safe Haven Baby Box last month.

When Nick Derzis launched his campaign, it was with a message of optimism and a promise to “Make Hoover Hoover Again.”

Miss Alabama Emma Terry, of Leeds, placed fourth runner-up in Sunday night’s Miss America competition.

Crime in our nation’s capital is down, but Democrats seem to think that’s a bad thing.

The Auburn Police Department arrested Harold Rashad Dabney III in connection to the death of retired Auburn professor Julie Gard Schnuelle.

Last week, during an interview with Mobile radio station FM Talk 106.5's "The Jeff Poor Show," State Rep. Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville) discussed the impact of inflation and reduced federal funding on the construction of two super prisons in the state.

The two candidates vying for sheriff of Baldwin County will come together on September 11 to discuss their vision for the future.

The Wildlife and Freshwater Fisheries (WFF) Division of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) announced the closure of the Gordon Public Boat Ramp in Houston County.

The Auburn Police Department is investigating after a woman was found dead in a wooded area at Kiesel Park Saturday afternoon.

Mobile mayoral candidates Spiro Cheriogotis and State Rep. Barbara Drummond (D-Mobile) will face off on September 23 in a runoff election.

State Sen. Sam Givhan (R-Huntsville) took the mainstream media to task on Thursday for consistently framing the achievements and efforts of President Donald Trump in a negative light, regardless of the subject.

On Friday, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) called out his colleague from Georgia, U.S. Sen. Jon Ossoff (D-Ga.), for using veterans as a "political prop."

The Marshall County Sheriff’s Office will soon finalize an agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement to allow specially trained officers to identify illegal aliens and place them on detainers.

The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) has announced the opening of a public comment period for a proposed code amendment deeming material containing gender ideology inappropriate for children and youth sections of Alabama’s libraries. Nothing about this rule would prohibit or ban books on these topics from being in the adult sections.

U.S. Sens. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) reintroduced the Prevent Government Shutdowns Act of 2025 on Friday.

The Dothan Opera House canceled the September 14 appearance of comedian Jon Reep after he was arrested on child porn related charges.

This week's decision by the Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) to require student-athletes who transfer to sit out for one year before competing in high school athletics for participating in Alabama's school choice CHOOSE Act has been a head-scratcher, given that it has created friction between the agency and Alabama's executive and legislative branches.

The Alabama Public Library Service (APLS) announced on Thursday the opening of a public comment period for a proposed code amendment addressing material containing gender ideology in Alabama’s libraries. 

The Alabama High School Athletic Association (AHSAA) is ignoring the law when it comes to a recent school choice ruling, according to State Sen. Arthur Orr (R-Decatur).

The City of Gulf Shores announced it will recount votes from the 2025 municipal elections after receiving a petition for a recount.

Parents and fans attending Deshler High School’s homecoming football game against Danville Friday night can expect an increased police presence along with added security measures.