Congress Rep. Sewell pushes back on DOGE actions, warns that voters are very unhappy Sewell questioned Musk's authority to make broad cuts, particularly to personnel, and said her phones are ringing off the hook with angry voters. Josh MoonFebruary 26, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate approves bill to make possessing a conversion device a felony SB116 would make possession and machine gun conversion devices, commonly known as Glock switches, punishable by up to 10 years in prison. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 26, 2025
Economy Poarch Creek Indians’ economic impact in Alabama tops $4 billion The Tribe employs 7,400 Alabamians, pays over $1 billion in salaries, and contributes nearly $400 million in state and local taxes. Bill BrittFebruary 25, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | A compromise between the ADVA board, governor would best serve Alabama’s vets A compromise might be the best way to ensure Alabama's veterans get the help and support they need and deserve. Josh MoonFebruary 25, 2025
Legislature SB84 seeks to authorize Alfa health plans for members SB84 would authorize Alfa to offer health coverage to farmers, addressing high costs for the group but raising concerns about consumer protections. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 25, 2025
Congress Sens. Britt, Tuberville celebrate confirmation of controversial FBI Director Kash Patel Patel is among President Donald Trump's most controversial appointments, having faced sharp criticism from both Democrats and former Trump allies. Alex JobinFebruary 25, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Empowering local economies: the critical role of community banks Community banks are more than your typical financial institution; they are trusted mainstays of the areas they serve. John MerrillFebruary 25, 2025
News Alabama white supremacists charged with trespass, burglary at nuclear power plant An extremism researcher says the men's arrest at the site of critical infrastructure is deeply concerning. Jacob HolmesFebruary 25, 2025
Opinion Opinion | School threats are a serious matter and should be treated as such Accountability is a lesson that young people must learn, and parents are ultimately responsible for monitoring their child’s behavior. Matt WoodsFebruary 25, 2025
Congress Rep. Moore hires new communications director Benjamin Martin, a native of Atmore, Alabama, previously served as press secretary for Rep. Robert Aderholt. StaffFebruary 25, 2025