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Governor Kay Ivey on Tuesday announced that she has commuted the death sentence of Charles L. Burton to life in prison with no chance of parole. Mr. Burton was convicted and sentenced to death for the 1991 capital murder of Doug Battle in Talladega, Alabama. As required by law, the governor first reached out to a representative of Mr. Battle's family. She also notified the attorney general. Governor Ivey's letter to Alabama Department of Corrections Commissioner John Hamm is attached. Governor...
March 10, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall sharply criticized Governor Kay Ivey's decision to commute the death sentence of Charles "Sonny" Burton, calling the move a grave mistake that undermines decades of legal precedent and the expectations of justice for victims. Governor Ivey announced the commutation earlier today, stating that her decision was based on what she described as "careful consideration of the totality of circumstances." In her statement, she...
March 9, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) was interviewed on POLITICO's The Conversation with Dasha Burns, a series featuring in-depth discussions with important political figures. Senator Britt discussed Trump's leadership on Iran, praising him and calling the strikes "the definition of America First" As of Tuesday, seven U.S. servicemembers have been confirmed killed in Operation Epic Fury and 140 have been wounded. "Well first, my heart is broken for our fal...
March 10, 2026 - BARTON, Ala- Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) today followed up on his announcement yesterday regarding a significant new defense-related project coming to Northwest Alabama. This morning it can be confirmed that the company associated with this investment is Hadrian, a fast-growing advanced manufacturing company focused on strengthening America's defense industrial base. The company has already launched a website dedicated to its upcoming work in the region:...
March 10, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - U.S. Rep. Terri Sewell (AL‑07) is applauding Governor Kay Ivey's decision to commute the death sentence of Charles "Sonny" Burton, calling the move a just and moral resolution to a decades‑old case that has drawn sustained attention from faith leaders, civil rights advocates, and members of the victim's own family. Burton had been sentenced to death for his role in the 1991 robbery that resulted in the killing of Doug Battle. While Burton participated in the...
March 11, 2026 – The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee advanced legislation to reform Alabama's pretrial detention and preliminary hearing procedures. House Bill 228 (HB228) is sponsored by state Representative Jim Hill (R-Odenville). Hill is the chairman of the House Judiciary Committee. Aniah's Law is a constitutional amendment in Alabama that gives judges the authority to deny bail for a defined list of violent offenses when prosecutors can show that no release conditions would reasonably p...
Medicaid and CHIP reliance by state: 2026 study With some Medicaid funds to Minnesota currently halted due to fraud investigations led by Vice President JD Vance and the White House, many individuals may be wondering if their benefits could be at stake next. Statistics show that up to 33% of the population in each state, including children, may be receiving Medicaid or CHIP (Children’s Health Insurance Program) benefits as of October 2025. Even the most independent states from the Medicaid p...
logoboom // Shutterstock Hottest Marches 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 1880 by about .14...
The Tuscaloosa Action Group of Eagle Forum of Alabama has held informative meetings that are open to the public at The Tuscaloosa Public Library. Some of which have been covered by The Alabama Gazette. Now, the ability of the Tuscaloosa Eagle Forum to meet at The Tuscaloosa Public Library is the subject of a federal lawsuit filed by the Alliance Defending Freedom. Due to staff of the Tuscaloosa Public Library denying Eagle Forum access to its meeting space, solely due to its religious character...
March 10, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-South Dakota) has firmly rejected President Donald J. Trump's (R) effort to change the Senate rules to require a "talking filibuster." Trump had previously asked Republican Senators to pass a rule change ending the filibuster rule altogether. That had little support so Senator Mike Lee (R-Utah) proposed ending the 1974 rule that allows Senators to filibuster without actually standing on the floor of the Senate talking a...
March 10, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Ala.) spoke with American agriculture leaders at a U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, & Forestry hearing titled "Increasing Domestic Consumption of U.S. Grown Agricultural Products." The witnesses that spoke before the committee include: Zippy Duvall, Scott Metzger, Cathy Burns, Jed Bower, Nathan Reed, and Matt Perdue. Tuberville asked them to share their recommendations for bolstering American farmers and producers. They a...
How the Collaborative Care Model is closing the mental health gap in rural America Nearly half of Americans live in an area without adequate mental health services. More than 85% of these so-called Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas are located in rural communities. This imbalance leaves over 150 million Americans without reliable access to psychiatric care. Rates of anxiety, depression, substance abuse disorders, and suicide remain high, and even sometimes higher than in urban areas, so...
March 12, 2026 - MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a series of petitions with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit seeking to force long‑awaited rulings in four federal habeas corpus cases tied to capital murder convictions-some of which have been pending for more than a decade. Marshall argues that the federal district courts' inaction has created a "recurring-perhaps systemic-problem" that undermines the promise of timely justice for victims a...
MINNEAPOLIS, Min. - March 11, 2026 - Target Corporation announced Wednesday that it is lowering prices on more than 3,000 spring products, including apparel, home goods, baby essentials, and select food and beverage items, as part of a broad effort to deliver stronger value to customers heading into the new season. The reductions, which range from 5% to 20% off original prices, reflect Target's ongoing strategy to pair trend‑forward design with affordability while driving long‑term, sus...
Private jet safety: Why part 91K operational data outperforms standard charter safety records Many individuals and organizations rely on private aviation for mission‑critical mobility, meaning safety is a risk variable with direct financial consequences. A single operational failure can disrupt deals, impair executive availability, and increase liability exposure. In this context, the question “Is fractional ownership safer than charter?” moves beyond the merely academic. It is a strat...
What a complete stranger can take from you with just your name and city With how advanced technology has gotten, your personal information doesn’t only live on official documents or personal files—it all exists somewhere online. And most of the time, it’s easier for strangers to find than you’d expect. In fact, in 2025, a record 279 million people were affected by data compromises, according to a report by the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC). Even with just your name and the city you’re...
7 things to know before opening a high-yield savings account To help you make an informed decision, CreditNinja laid out seven important things consumers need to know before opening a high-yield savings account, like taxes, fine print, what to look for, the truth about interest rates, and the top six accounts. That way, you’re prepared to open one without any nasty surprises. Key Takeaways - Important things to consider before opening a high-yield savings account include understanding that r...
Top global expansion ecommerce markets: Where US-based brands are growing next As cross-border ecommerce continues to outpace many domestic channels, U.S.-based brands are looking beyond their home market for their next phase of growth. Globally, 59% of shoppers purchase from retailers outside their home country, and 35% do so at least once a month, underscoring how mainstream international buying behavior has become. Certain international markets consistently provide the right mix of demand,...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Anniston metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some areas...
FOTOGRIN // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Auburn metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Birmingham metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
Arina P Habich // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Daphne metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
4 PM production // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Decatur metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But...
scarp577 // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Dothan metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
ungvar // Shutterstock Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Florence metro area The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $358,968 in January, 0.2% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, with prices even declining in some places. But some...
