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Scott Ortis announced on Tuesday his 2026 run for the Republican nomination for the State Senate District 15 seat held by State Sen. Dan Roberts (R-Mountain Brook).

Mobile’s leadership is evaluating its leased space in Government Plaza, which holds City departments and offices.

In an email sent on Tuesday, the former Alabama Speaker of the House said the decision was related to personal health issues and was made after much thought and prayer.

Perhaps no New Year resolutions could ever free us from our yesterdays. Perhaps instead of looking to a new year, we should consider the time we have been given as the last of days.

Ahead of the 2026 legislative session, State Rep. Phillip Pettus (R-Killen) has prefiled a bill to improve driver safety on Alabama's roadways.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is accusing Democrats of turning a blind eye to the large level of fraud currently being uncovered across Minnesota by both federal officials and journalists.

Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday announced Alabama has officially received $203,404,327 from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services for the federal Rural Health Transformation Program. 

The man charged in a deadly shooting near Velma’s bar in Trussville was granted bond.

After a 26-day break away from Neville Arena, Auburn basketball cruised to a 106-65 dismantling of Queens in its final non-conference matchup of the regular season on Monday night. 

No. 14 Alabama finished off its non-conference schedule with a 102-78 win over Yale on Monday.

The Dale County Sheriff’s Office has not charged anyone in the shooting death of Elba Zion Missionary Baptist Church pastor Da’Quarius Green, leading some to speculate the incident may have been justified.

Foley is among the top 10 fastest-growing cities in the nation and to address demand, the Foley Fire Department is expanding and building a new station.

Spanish Fort mayor Brad Bass addressed the community after becoming frustrated over illegal trash dumping at the City’s recycling facility.

The Alabama Farmers Federation (ALFA) recently announced its endorsement of State Rep. Ernie Yarbrough (R-Trinity) for House District 7, which covers portions of Colbert, Lawrence and Morgan Counties.

In 2025, U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) recognized a dozen Alabamians for their distinguished military service and significant contributions to local communities.

State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road), who previously announced that he will seek a new term in the Alabama Senate, said on Monday that he plans to run for the District 26 Senate seat rather than the District 25 seat that he currently holds.

According to Fox Sports' Joel Klatt, the Crimson Tide face a better team in Indiana, and it "would be a large upset" if they beat the Hoosiers.

The Troy Police Department is investigating a fatal hit-and-run that claimed the life of a Troy woman. The suspect in the case is in the country illegally, officials confirmed.

In the end, that may be how intellectual history actually happens – not by invention alone, but by the stubborn, imperfect transmission of seriousness from one restless mind to another. 

During an appearance on a special edition of CNN's "State of the Union," U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) warned of the dangers that social media and AI pose to teenagers, while stressing the importance of passing legislation to get ahead of the growing threat.

House Pro-Tem Chris Pringle (R-Mobile) says the project further proves that the role of director of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) should be removed from the governor's cabinet and placed under an independent commission. 

After months of hearing complaints about public transportation in Mobile, city officials are asking residents to share their experiences.

The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals recently overturned a 2024 ruling by U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Alabama Judge Liles Burke, striking down the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).

The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) said a woman was shot after a police chase Saturday evening in DeKalb County.

Unseasonably warm temperatures will end Monday as a cold front moves through the state, bringing freezing temperatures and strong, gusty winds.

The preliminary hearing for the superintendent of wastewater treatment for the City of Cullman has been set for Jan. 7, 2026.

Auburn basketball will return to Neville Arena for the first time in 26 days on Monday night against Queens for its final non-conference matchup of the regular season.