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March 3, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Alabama) and Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) voted in favor of Linda McMahon to serve as President Trump's Secretary of Education. The nomination was confirmed by a vote of 51 to 45. "Linda McMahon will be a fierce advocate for putting parents back in the driver's seat and returning to the fundamentals of classroom learning" Senator Britt said in a statement. "She has a proven background to get government out of the way so e...
February 28, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ukraine is running out of men to place on its frontlines going into the fourth year of its war with Russia and it may also be running out of American arms as well after a shocking exchange at the White House that devolved into a shouting match between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, President Donald J. Trump (R), and Vice President J.D. Vance (R). U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) called Zelensky's outburst "an absolute disgrace" aft...
February 27, 2025 – JACKSONVILLE, AL – An advance screening of a documentary on the life of Alabama Governor Jim Folsom Jr. (D) was held. The documentary was produced by J Seth Johnson and Jacksonville State University's Longleaf Studios and will air on Alabama Public Television. Longleaf has also done documentaries on the Freedom Riders and the late Congressman Tom Bevil (D-AL04). JSU President Don Killingsworth Jr. said that Folsom, "Championed policies to lifted up all Alabamians." Fol...
Every new administration brings changes to the national economic landscape, and no one feels these changes more acutely than small businesses. In 2025's rapidly shifting economy, it's smart for entrepreneurs to be prepared so they can take advantage of favorable conditions—and avoid bad ones, as recent changes to business law may increase legal risks and create a more competitive business environment, LegalZoom notes. Forming an LLC in 2025 shields your house, car, and other personal assets agai...
March 11, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) joined U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy (R-LA), U.S. Representative Robert B. Aderholt (R-AL-04) and 63 other Republican colleagues in writing an amicus brief to the U.S Supreme Court in Mahmoud v. Taylor. The brief supports parents' constitutional right to be notified of and able to opt their children out of a school's teaching of radical gender ideology that violates their religious beliefs. Daily Caller first reported on the a...
March 11, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL04) voted in favor of a Continuing Resolution (CR) that would fully fund the federal government for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2025, avoiding a crippling government shutdown. "While this is not a perfect bill, it was necessary to keep the government functioning, ensure our military is fully funded, and provide certainty for the American people," said Congressman Aderholt. "Reckless spending and bloated budgets have no place i...
March 11, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL07) voted against President Donald J Trump's (R) and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's (R-Louisiana) continuing resolution to keep the government funded through the end of the current fiscal year. Sewell said that the bill would deprive Alabama's 7th Congressional District of $14.1 million worth of community project funding and inflicts devastating cuts on the programs that Alabama families rely on. "I came back to W...
March 12, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL - Wes Allen, Alabama's Secretary of State, has partnered with Texas Secretary of State Jane Nelson to cross-check the states' voter files, making Texas the eighth partner state of the Alabama Voter Integrity Database (AVID). Alabama has entered into Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with all four border states, Arkansas, Louisiana, and Kentucky. These MOUs facilitate the comparison of state voter files for the purpose of identifying individuals registered to...
With their potential for love, conflict, and vulnerability, it's no surprise that romantic relationships and mental health are deeply connected. A growing body of research shows that healthy relationships can provide emotional support and resilience, while relationship distress can be a strong predictor of mental health challenges like depression and anxiety. The link between relationships and mental health is bidirectional as well. Data shows that whether or not someone has a mental health cond...
March 11, 2025, DADEVILLE, AL Businessman Robert L. McCollum announced recently that he is running in the Republican primary for Alabama State Auditor in 2026. The Auditor's race will be open, because incumbent Auditor Andrew Sorrell (R) has already announced that he is running for Secretary of State. McCollum, a lifelong Republican and a small business owner. McCollum has previously made two failed runs for statewide office. In 2022 he forced a runoff election for Public Service Commission...
In social media internet-search parlance, if you're trending, there's a good chance you've done something wrong, embarrassing or wildly entertaining. Automakers are often trending, of course, but not always for an exciting design or tech breakthrough like they'd hope, but usually for some disastrous recall or financial mismanagement. We wanted to see what brands and models were trending for the right reasons: Anticipated new launches, overhauls, and redesigns to popular existing nameplates....
BIRMINGHAM, AL - The University of Alabama at Birmingham received the Center of Excellence designation from the Society of Obstetric Anesthesia and Perinatology. Dr. Yasser Sakawi, M.D. is a professor of anesthesiology as well as the interim vice chair for the Division of Obstetric Anesthesia "In 2024, we began the re-designation application process with results announced in 2025," said Dr. Sakawi. "A collaborative effort between anesthesia, obstetrics, nursing, informatics and pediatrics was in...
On Feb. 14, 2025, the National Park Service laid off about 1,000 probationary employees, targeting those hired less than a year ago, as part of efforts to downsize the federal workforce under the Trump administration. Additionally, over 700 employees opted to resign, further reducing staff levels. These staffing changes occurred just weeks before the busy season, typically from May to September, creating operational challenges across the 428 sites within the national park system, Outwander...
March 11, 2025 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Tommy Tuberville (R-Alabama) and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyoming) in introduced the Boosting Innovation, Technology, and Competitiveness through Optimized Investment Nationwide (BITCOIN) Act in the U.S. Senate. The BITCOIN Act establishes a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve to serve as an additional store of value to bolster America's balance sheet and ensure the transparent management of Bitcoin holdings of the federal government. This legislation would cod...
March 12, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. –Congressman Robert B. Aderholt (R-AL04) and Congressman Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) announced today the reintroduction of the Deliver for Democracy Act in the 119th Congress. This bipartisan legislation seeks to improve the efficiency and reliability of the U.S. Postal Service (USPS), particularly in the delivery of periodicals and newspapers, ensuring that Americans have timely access to critical news and information. Congressman Aderholt emphasized the u...
March 13, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall today announced the indictment of three men in Lee County for discharging a weapon into an occupied building or vehicle, with enhanced charges under Alabama's Criminal Enterprise Act. Jamaroun Dayshun Satterwhite, Demarious Ross, and Timothy Bell each face four felony counts stemming from their alleged involvement in the crime. These indictments are the result of a collaborative investigation between the Attorney G...
As you approach middle age, you may notice that it's getting harder to zip up your jeans and your clothes are feeling a little too tight, especially around your belly. Unfortunately, this is normal. Studies show that women gain an average of 1.5 pounds per year during the menopause transition, largely due to a decline in estrogen levels. Decreasing estrogen levels changes how your body stores fat, typically moving away from the hips and thighs to accumulate around the abdomen, Christine Maren,...
March 13, 2025 - Bill would require DHR to notify parents when under investigation Author and investigative journalist Terri LaPoint has issued a Call To Action (CTA) on HB340, asking that it be put on the agenda for the Alabama House's Children and Senior Advocacy Committee. The Committee's next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, March 19th at 10:30 AM. At present, there are no uniform procedures requiring notification be given to parents or custodians who are under investigation by the...
Retired teacher and principal Robin Litaker recently announced that she would once again seek the Republican nomination in the Seventh Congressional District. Litaker will be challenging popular Democratic incumbent Terri Sewell. If Litaker wins the GOP nomination, this would be a rematch of the 2024 race where Sewell defeated Litaker. Sewell has represented CD7 since her first election in 2010. Democrats also picked up the recently redistricted Second Congressional District in November, when at...
The question of how to rent out your house might arise due to a move, financial reasons, or an emotional attachment to the property that keeps you from selling it. The process can be daunting, though. There are legal elements to understand, tenants to screen, and home improvements to ensure your rental is competitive and attractive to applicants. Don't let fear of the unknown stop you. There are tricks and tools available that make home rental a breeze. Below, TurboTenant will take a deep dive...
If you wait until tax season to think about taxes, you are already behind. The number one mistake Ramp sees small business owners make when it comes to taxes is failing to plan. Most small business owners treat taxes as a once-a-year obligation. They meet with their accountant in March or April, hand over a stack of documents, and hope for the best. By that point, most opportunities to reduce taxes are long gone. Tax savings happen before the year ends, not when filing a return. Some of the...
In the Nov. 5, 2024, elections, Republicans gained 55 state legislative seats, Democrats lost 54, and Independents and minor party officeholders lost one, Ballotpedia reports. That means the overall partisan composition across all 50 state legislatures changed by 0.7% in favor of Republicans. In 2022, the partisan composition changed 0.4% toward Republicans, with Democrats losing four seats, Republicans gaining 27 seats, and Independents and minor party officeholders losing 20 seats. Both 2024...
March 13, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Katie Britt (R-Ala.) and Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) along with Representative Gary Palmer (R-Ala.) today reintroduced Lulu's Law-bipartisan, bicameral legislation named in honor of 16-year-old Lulu Gribbin from Mountain Brook, Alabama. In June 2024, Lulu Gribbin endured nearly fatal injuries sustained when a shark attacked her and McCray Faust. Just 90 minutes earlier and a few miles away, another woman was also attacked by a shark. "Last June, t...
Governor Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for ALL 67 counties ahead of this weekend's severe weather. Governor Ivey also issued the following comment: "The state of Alabama is at risk for potentially dangerous, severe weather throughout this weekend, so it is critical that everyone stays very aware of their local forecasts. Now is the time to make any preparations and have a plan, should the weather conditions become dangerous. Certainly, we are no stranger to Mother Nature's wrath, but...
March 14, 2025 - TUSCALOOSA, AL - With the requirement to have a STAR ID in order to fly domestic going into effect on May 07th, 2025, Alabamians are already flooding the State Trooper's Offices to upgrade their driver's licenses to a STAR ID. The lines were literally out of the door at the Tuscaloosa branch of the Alabama State Troopers Office this morning as people were in line to get their STAR ID. The wait was around an hour just to get inside of the door and then another hour to actually...
