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MONTGOMERY - Alabama's long‑running debate over gambling took a major turn Thursday as State Senator Merika Coleman (D–Pleasant Grove) introduced Senate Bill 257, a sweeping constitutional amendment that would dramatically reshape the state's gaming landscape. The proposal would authorize a state lottery, legalize casino gambling, permit sports wagering, and empower the Governor to negotiate a compact with the Poarch Band of Creek Indians. SB257 represents one of the most expansive gambling pac...
February 9, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) joined U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) in introducing the Consumers Labeling for Enhanced API Reporting and Legitimate Accountability for Base Entity Listings (CLEAR LABELS) Act to add country of origin labeling requirements to the United States' prescription drug supply chain. Sen. Tuberville recently highlighted Alabama's Oxford Pharmaceuticals' efforts to increase American generic drug production. Many p...
February 2026 - MONTGOMERY - The Alabama House of Representatives voted 104–0 this week to advance HB 192, a measure sponsored by State Rep. David Faulkner (R‑Mountain Brook) that tightens the rules surrounding weapons used in self‑defense cases. The bill now moves to the Senate with rare, unanimous bipartisan support. Faulkner said the legislation is designed to reinforce the integrity of Alabama's Stand Your Ground framework by ensuring that self‑defense claims are supported by evidenc...
A new beef import agreement between the United States and Argentina has sparked sharp criticism from American cattle ranchers, who argue the deal could undercut domestic producers and weaken rural economies already facing tight margins. The agreement, signed by President Donald Trump as part of a broader trade framework with Argentina, expands market access for Argentine beef into the U.S. for the first time in years. A Long‑Standing Restriction Lifted Argentina has historically been limited in...
Volodymyr TVERDOKHLIB // Shutterstock Hottest Februarys in Alabama since 1895 In 2022, the continental United States experienced its third hottest July since 1895, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, while 20 states saw one of their 10 hottest days in the same month. The year prior, July marked the hottest month on record worldwide. Climate change is driving rising temperatures and more record heat. The Earth’s temperature has climbed each decade since 188...
February 9, 2026 – TUSCALOOSA, Ala. - The Alabama Republican Assembly (ALRA), a grassroots conservative organization within the state GOP, has announced its opposition to proposed legislation that would end Alabama's long‑standing practice of electing members of the Public Service Commission (PSC). The group argues that removing voters from the selection process would weaken accountability, reduce transparency, and concentrate too much authority in Montgomery at the expense of ordinary citizens....
WASHINGTON - February 9, 2026 - A bipartisan push led by Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL‑04) to commemorate America's upcoming 250th anniversary cleared a major hurdle today, as the House unanimously approved his bill to create a special $2.50 Semiquincentennial coin. The legislation - formally titled the Two Dollar and 50 Cent Coin for America's 250th Act - authorizes the U.S. Treasury to mint a collectible $2.50 coin and directs the department to study the feasibility of issuing a c...
February 11, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – State Representative Phillip Ensler (D-Montgomery) – flanked by fellow members of the House Democratic Caucus – announced to reporters that he is introducing a bill to create a lottery titled the "Clean Lottery Act." "The state of Alabama needs more sources of revenues to meet its expenditures," said Rep. Ensler. "This bill would allow the state to recoup the millions of dollars from people of Alabama who are purchasing lottery tickets in other states....
What happens when rent is sent to collections? When it comes to rent collection, every missed rent payment puts landlords in a tight position. You’re forced to cut into your bottom line and cover expenses out of pocket, all while hoping tenants pay their past-due balance. But if they don’t, what options do you have? TurboTenant takes a clear, realistic look at rent debt collection so you can decide your next move with confidence, not frustration. Approaching a collection agency for unpaid ren...
How market research solves the 91% retail dissatisfaction rate For retailers attempting to capitalize on the persistent preference for physical storefronts, the gap between consumer expectations and operational reality has reached a critical fracture point. While the majority of shoppers still favor brick-and-mortar environments for purchasing decisions, 2024 research from the IBM Institute for Business Value revealed a stark disparity: Only 9% of consumers reported being satisfied with the...
February 11, 2026 – Delta, Ala. - Conservative businessman Rodney Walker, the only cattle farmer and rancher running for the U.S. Senate in Alabama, offered a forceful endorsement Wednesday of the newly implemented 2026 Farm Security Initiative, calling it a long‑overdue step to protect American farmland from foreign adversaries. Walker, who has made agricultural security a central theme of his campaign, said the policy aligns directly with the warnings he has issued for months about for...
Tauva // Shutterstock Valentine's Day gifting trends in Alabama, according to Instacart data Valentine's Day is one of the biggest gifting moments of the year in Alabama, and Instacart data shows just how much love customers are sending to friends and family. From top Valentine's Day gifts (hello, floral bouquets) to the cities that go all out for romance, these insights reveal when gifting peaks, what items consumers gravitate toward the most, and where Valentine's spirit shines the brightest...
Iran's political crisis has entered a darker and more volatile phase as authorities begin arresting Reformist political leaders nationwide, following one of the deadliest crackdowns in the country's modern history. The move signals that the government - having already used overwhelming force against demonstrators - is now eliminating political figures who could challenge the official narrative or channel public anger into organized opposition. A Crackdown Marked by Mass Killings The arrests...
February 12, 2026 – MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Majority Leader Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) has stepped down as the Majority Leader of the Alabama House Republicans while he pursues the position of Alabama Republican Party Chairman. Stadthagen will be replaces with Representative Chip Brown (R-Mobile) who is tasked with carrying the highly unpopular legislation to strip Alabama voters of their right to vote for their own Public Service Commissioner (PSC). The job of the Majority Leader is to make sur...
February 12, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R‑Ala.) has joined Senator John Cornyn (R‑Texas) in introducing the Defeat Sharia Law in America Act, a new bill aimed at preventing the implementation of Sharia Law in the United States. The legislation seeks to clarify that any attempt to impose Sharia‑based discrimination in the provision of goods, services, or accommodations violates the Civil Rights Act. The bill, introduced on February 12, 2026, builds on previous effor...
How insurance needs change as your relationships change With Valentine’s Day upon us and spring right around the corner, love and romance are top of mind for many. But the truth is that any time of year is appropriate to think about your connection with a significant other, especially when it comes to insurance matters. Because just as relationships evolve throughout your life, so can coverage needs. “As you and your partner move through life, your financial responsibilities, shared pro...
February 12, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the indictment* of a Camden woman on three felony charges related to a large theft scheme and identity theft. Angela Blackmon Barge, 56, was served with the indictment against her on Wednesday evening. She is currently being held on a $90,000 cash-only bond. Following an investigation, Attorney General Marshall's Special Prosecutions Division presented evidence to a Wilcox County grand jury on February 9, 2026,...
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