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Multiple crews in Rogersville put out a fire at a lumber company early Thursday morning.

Over the past decade, at least six major Islamic terrorist attacks have rocked America, claiming nearly over 100 lives, injuring over 150, and costing tens of millions. This isn’t a blip – it’s a clear and present danger as well as a future trend that demands action.

Homewood residents have launched a new petition opposing Samford University’s proposed Creekside development.

On the final day of the 2025 legislative session, State Rep. Ron Bolton (R-Northpoint) earned the House of Representatives’ so-called Shroud Award, given annually to the House member carrying the bill without a realistic chance of passing.

LeJeune first took office in 2020. He and other municipal elected positions statewide received an extra year to their terms to separate local elections from the presidential election.

After signing legislation into law on Wednesday, Gov. Kay Ivey ensured that K-12 students would not be permitted to have cell phones and other electronic communication devices starting in the 2025-2026 school year.

The newly appointed Birmingham Water Works Board’s first meeting got off to a rocky and heated start Wednesday night as members clashed over the former board’s decision to sell their assets to the City of Birmingham.

Despite several last-minute efforts to reach the finish line, legislation by State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) to change the appointment and removal process for members of the Alabama Department of Archives and History (ADAH) was officially dead after both legislative bodies adjourned sine die.

The Alabama Senate passed the "Back the Blue" police immunity bill by a 25-6 margin on Wednesday.

Leadership in the Alabama Senate will consider changing some of its rules, according to State Sen. Pro-Tem Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman).

The court case of Ethan Stuckey, 20, of Enterprise, will continue after the defendant undergoes a mental evaluation.

Governor Kay Ivey signed legislation into law on Wednesday that would ban the sale of hemp products at gas stations but allow them to continue being sold at liquor stores.

The modern idea of a “capstone marriage” is a detrimental concept, both to forming and maintaining marriages.

The Billy Graham Crusade for Christ in Birmingham's Legion Field in 1972 marked a difference.

Alabama just needs to start electing no-kidding conservative defenders of liberty and not just mediocre yes-men. 

An illegal immigrant arrested in Mobile County has been referred to immigration officials, U.S. Attorney Sean P. Costello of the Southern District of Alabama announced.

The FBI Mobile office worked with multiple agencies Tuesday morning in an illegal immigration-related operation in Fairhope.

Four total Republican candidates have officially qualified for the July 15 special election for the recently opened seat in Alabama’s House District 12.

The growing national concern over fluoride in drinking water may have impacted Madison Utilities’ decision to halt its fluoridization process.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) introduced legislation on Wednesday to codify President Donald Trump’s executive order repealing the previous policy allowing transgender individuals to serve in the military.

While speaking with the media on Wednesday at the Regions Tradition in Birmingham, former Alabama football coach Nick Saban said he wasn't sure what the rumored presidential commission on college athletics would be tasked with doing.

Legislation by State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) changing how vacancies are filled on the Alabama Department of Archives and History board was approved by a conference committee of six House and Senate members on Wednesday.

State Rep. Rolanda Hollis (D-Birmingham) recently recognized twin sisters from Montgomery for their "menstrual equity advocacy."

Alabama offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb at the end of spring practice named Ty Simpson the starting quarterback if the season started today.

A Madison man was indicted on federal charges in connection to a child porn investigation.

Miles College in Fairfield is asking for prayers for a recent graduate who is currently in critical condition in the Bahamas.

By prioritizing education and smart growth, Hoover can remain Alabama’s premier city, where families thrive, businesses prosper, and children dream big.