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March 2, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall issued a statement following the devastating and tragic storms that hit 52 of Alabama's 67 counties over the weekend. Governor Kay Ivey declared a state of emergency effective 2:00 p.m. CDT March 14, 2025, throughout the state of Alabama. "Our hearts go out to the families grieving their loved ones and to all those facing loss and hardship in the aftermath, as well as the first responders assisting those in need. As we...
When it comes to getting around, driving a car is the riskiest mode of transportation. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that 42,514 motor vehicle fatalities occurred in the United States in 2022, compared with under 1,600 fatalities for air, railroad, and transit travel combined, per Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Car crashes cut lives short and cause debilitating injuries. They also have a massive economic impact. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
Of the lucky pups who were adopted last year, it seems more have found their forever homes: The number of dogs surrendered by their owners has decreased by about 4.5% since 2023, according to a 2024 report from Shelter Animals Count. Collecting data from 13,527 animal shelters and rescues in the U.S., Canada, and U.S. territories, the SAC report also found that the overall dog adoption rate has dipped by about 1% from 2023. However, it's worth noting that when this figure is broken down by the t...
March 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-IN) in reintroducing the Fair and Open Competition Act (FOCA), which would prevent the federal government from mandating project labor agreements (PLAs) on federal projects funded by taxpayers. This legislation would provide more opportunities to bid on government work, increase workforce competition, lower government construction costs, and save taxpayer dollars. Sen. Tuberville c...
March 17, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - President Trump has declared the pardons given by President Biden to the members and staff of the J6 Commission to be "VOID, VACANT, AND OF NO FURTHER FORCE OR EFFECT, because of the fact that they were done by an Autopen." The President went on to say, "In other words, Joe Biden did not sign them but, more importantly, he did not know anything about them!" President Trump made this statement Sunday evening on Truth Social. He also said that the members of...
March 17, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Department of Workforce Secretary Greg Reed announced today that Alabama's labor force participation rate for January held steady at 57.6%. The percentage of prime-age workers by three-tenths of a percentage point to 78.9 % over the year. Prime-age workers are those aged 25-54 years. "We continue to see gains in the participation of prime-age workers in Alabama," said Reed. "That means that more than three out of four of these workers are in the labor fo...
March 20, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The Alabama Legislature returns on Tuesday, and a group that is seeking to have objectionable pro LGBTQ+ propaganda and sexually explicit materials taken from the children's sections of children's libraries is frustrated that legislation that they have endorsed has not even been considered by the Alabama House of Representatives. Clean Up Alabama is a conservative grassroots group with a singular focus on protecting children from being indoctrinated into bel...
Finding a stylish apartment with excellent amenities in a desirable neighborhood at a reasonable price is a goal for many renters. However, not many realize that such opportunities exist. Highlights: - Austin, Texas, leads the nation in the number of ZIP codes where high-quality apartments are available at budget-friendly prices. - Texas boasts the highest concentration of locations for upscale living at lower rents, featuring 44 ZIP codes, followed by Colorado with 19. - In Seattle ZIP code...
Setting the right influencer marketing budget can be challenging, with multiple factors affecting how much influencers charge. However, when done right, influencer marketing can deliver impressive ROI, making it a worthwhile investment. Some influencers may collaborate for free, while they're often fresh starters with limited reach. In contrast, experienced influencers who drive real engagement expect fair compensation. In return, they offer brand credibility, social proof, and conversions. Infl...
March 18, 2025 - MONTGOMERY - Data collected and analyzed by the Alabama Department of Workforce's Labor Market Information (LMI) Division shows that in January 2025, there were 82,508 job ads posted in Alabama, representing a monthly increase of 14.8%. The five occupations with the most online job ads are for Registered Nurses, Retail Salespersons, Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers, Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers, and Fast Food and Counter Workers with 11,699 ads placed for those o...
A study of Nashville high-schoolers exposed an alarming disconnect between Black girls and mathematics, one that might explain their lack of confidence in the subject—and why they don't see how it can help them achieve their professional goals. More than 70% of Black female respondents in general math classes had "a negative math identity" compared to 14% of Black boys. And as reported by The 74, 86% of Black girls in general math did not see the connection between their desired careers and m...
Americans are growing increasingly uneasy about the state of the economy. Consumer sentiment has fallen to a 15-month low in February as inflation expectations spike and concerns over tariffs mount, according to the University of Michigan's latest Consumer Sentiment Index. BuchhaltungsButler and DataPulse Research say this decline spans across all age and income groups—and even Republicans' post-election confidence has dipped. Consumer Price Index Not Meeting Expectations This report came on t...
When you start a small business, there's one thing you need more than anything else: money. However, getting money to fund a business has been challenging for women, particularly women of color. While women continue to make strides in raising more venture capital, they still only garnered just 2% of the total capital invested in venture-backed startups in the U.S. To source money for their new businesses, women need to look at multiple funding avenues. As NEXT points out, one opportunity is smal...
March 3, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) asks for the help of Alabamians to assess the health needs of women of childbearing age, infants, children, and youth in the state. One way the public can assist is by participating in an anonymous online survey that is to be completed by families, youth, and healthcare providers. Other ways ADPH is collecting information are through focus groups, key informant interviews, and listening sessions hosted around the...
After years of steep premium increases, up over 50% since 2021, industry experts predict that the market is poised for stabilization in 2025. This relief comes at a crucial time. Jerry surveyed 1,000 American drivers across all age groups and regions of the country in its 2025 State of the American Driver Report to find out how people are impacted by the current era of higher-cost car ownership. Results reveal that high insurance costs alone have pushed 32% of drivers to cut back on family...
February 28, 2025 - WASHINGTON – In January 2025, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) reintroduced the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, or S.9, to save women's sports and preserve Title IX protections for female athletes. Over the past four years, the Biden administration took a sledgehammer to Title IX – resulting in more than 900 women losing trophies to men competing in women's sports. These policies are wildly unpopular as 79% of Americans agree that men should not compete aga...
February 27, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) today reintroduced bipartisan legislation, the Clergy Act, to allow clergy members who previously opted not to be covered by Social Security a time-limited opportunity to opt back in to coverage. "I'm proud to reintroduce the Clergy Act, a commonsense measure to support our nation's faith leaders. This bill would allow clergy members to opt back into the system and pay into Social Security,...
On Friday, February 28, 2025, representatives from the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (ADCNR) and state and local officials took part in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the reopening of the recently renovated Claiborne Public Boat Ramp on the Alabama River in Monroe County. The boat ramp is located just off U.S. Highway 84 approximately 14 miles west of Monroeville. The boat ramp was temporarily closed in September 2024 for a major renovation that included a new...
The internet wasn't built with accessibility (i.e., everyone) in mind. In its early days, it was chaotic—blinking text, auto-playing music, and little navigation. While web design and user experiences have evolved, accessibility remains an afterthought for many businesses. Even today, millions of people encounter daily barriers online: a checkout button they can't reach, a form they can't complete, a video they can't hear. Beyond creating usable experiences for all users, digital a...
February 26, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – The House Judiciary Committee advanced controversial legislation that would give police officers greater criminal and civil immunity while performing their duties. House Bill 202 ((HB202 is sponsored by state Representative Rex Reynolds (R-Huntsville). The legislation is part of Governor Kay Ivey's (R) "Bach the Blue" bills designed to crack down on the state's out of control crime problem. The bill was substituted and amended by the Judiciary Committee. "Th...
February 25, 2025 - WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Bret Erickson, Board Member of the International Fresh Produce Association, and Anna Rhinewalt, Council Member of the Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation and Mississippi Sweet Potato Council, during a Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry (Ag) hearing. During the hearing, they spoke about the dire state of the farm economy impacting specialty crop producers after four years of Joe Biden's r...
February 25, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey today announced the filing of the Alabama K-12 Public School and State Employee Paid Parental Leave Act of 2025, fulfilling a commitment she made during her 2025 state of the state address to support Alabama families and to recruit and retain highly talented public school teachers and state employees. "First, if a teacher wants to start a family, she should have the proper maternity leave. That is why I am proud to have Senator Vivian F...
Women face unique challenges when it comes to financial planning. They still face a gender pay gap, and they tend to save and invest at lower rates compared to men. For these reasons and more, women are far more likely than men to feel stress surrounding financial planning. But taking charge of your finances can help you make the most of your money—and it may alleviate some of the stress that comes with financial uncertainty. Among the 9 in 10 women who reported feeling financially stressed i...
February 26, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Reps. Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Beth Van Duyne (TX-24) were joined by Senators Todd Young (R-IN) and Tina Smith (D-MN) to introduce bipartisan legislation to level the playing field for American workers. The Leveling the Playing Field Act 2.0 updates U.S. trade remedy law to combat China's anti-free market trade practices. "The Leveling the Playing Field Act 2.0 takes important steps to strengthen U.S. trade remedy laws and push back against China's egr...
February 12, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL. – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall joined a coalition of 22 states in supporting President Donald J. Trump's "Fork Directive," which offers buyouts to federal employees who opt to resign from their positions and will free up government resources and revenue to focus on better serving Americans. In the amicus brief filed Sunday, the attorneys general ask the United States District Court in Massachusetts to deny the plaintiffs' motion for a temporary r...
