Members of Alabama’s congressional delegation celebrated the nation’s strong September jobs report, which was released on Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). “It’s no surprise that our economy continues to thrive. This Congress, we’ve implemented policy changes that have increased wages, created jobs, & lowered unemployment rates. I’m determined to work with my […]

In one of the most-watched state legislative races this fall, longtime Democratic state Rep. Craig Ford is raking in big Montgomery money against Republican nominee and small businessman Andrew Jones. The two have been locked in a heated battle to represent state Senate district 10, which spans the Gadsden area, with incumbent Republican state Sen. […]

The Alabama Department of Commerce and AIDT announced that Chuck Ernst, a former Honda manufacturing executive, has been appointed to lead Alabama Robotics Technology Park (RTP) as it embarks on a strategic plan to prepare the training facility for new technologies and additional capabilities. The goal of the “RTP 2.0” initiative is to ensure that […]

Saturday, Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Walt Maddox dropped his first TV spot promoting his general election candidacy. In it, Maddox highlights his positions on the abortion issue and on gun rights. Maddox explicitly states he is “pro-life” and “pro-Second Amendment” and vows never to put his “party ahead of the people” and to “never lie to you.” Later […]

Being diagnosed with breast cancer is like being a member of an exclusive club you never wanted to be in. That’s how Linda Brady described the feeling when, talking with her doctor after a couple of mammograms, she heard the words, “You have breast cancer.” Hearing the dreaded ‘cancer’ word “He diagnosed me with ductal […]

Southern Research has had great success in a number of areas, but none more than cancer treatment. It remains a point of emphasis. “We have seven FDA-approved drugs, two that will hopefully be approved soon and more in the pipeline,” said Rebecca Boohaker, assistant fellow in drug discovery at Southern Research. “Right now we’re working […]

GE Aviation’s plant in Auburn achieved a milestone this week — the 30,000th additively-manufactured fuel nozzle tip “grew” on a 3D printer at the facility, the industry’s first site for mass production using the additive manufacturing process. Employees at GE Aviation in Auburn began producing the nozzle tip in 2015. More 3D printers have been added […]

After the United States Senate voted on Saturday afternoon to elevate Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court, reactions poured in from Alabama officials celebrating the successful confirmation effort and Senator Richard Shelby’s “yes” vote. Rep. Bradley Byrne (AL-1), who has been a steadfast, vocal supporter of Kavanaugh, also emphasized the importance of the final […]

Jason Burnett (Bessemer) The Maker: Jason Burnett Alabama artist Jason Burnett creates one-of-a-kind clocks – when he can find the time. As digital director of Flower magazine and the websites Oyster Obsession (which features the web’s largest collection of oyster recipes and events) and Birmingham Gardening Today, Burnett spends much of his day creating and […]

Senator Richard Shelby (R-AL) released a statement after voting to confirm Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the United States Supreme Court on Saturday. Shelby began by applauding Kavanaugh, “who has devoted 26 years of public service to our nation as a jurist, lawyer, and professor.”

After a lengthy, contentious process, Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh has been officially confirmed by the United States Senate in a 50 – 48 vote that commenced at approximately 2:45 pm CST on Saturday. Senator Richard Shelby (R-AL) voted “yes,” while Senator Doug Jones (D-AL) voted “no.” Kavanaugh is expected to be sworn in […]

In an interview with CNN on Friday, Sen. Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) expressed his disapproval of how Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh conducted himself in last week’s hearing. Alabama’s junior senator also questioned the op-ed Kavanaugh published on Thursday, in-which he apologized and explained that his “forceful and passionate” testimony was “to defend my […]

Alabama Power’s penchant for pushing the innovation envelope can be seen in a refurbished Freight Farms shipping container outside the Technology Applications Center at the General Services Complex in Calera. Employees are growing lettuce and other vegetables, herbs and edible flowers in an insulated container retrofitted with LED lighting and climate-control equipment. The plan is […]

MOBILE – Saturday morning before about 100 of her most loyal southwestern Alabama supporters, Kay Ivey hosted her “Super Saturday” rally, kicking off the one-month mark until the November 6 general election. Flanked on each side by two palm trees in a courtyard at the Pinebrook shopping center, Ivey touted her accomplishments during her partial […]

On Saturday, Tuscaloosa Mayor Walt Maddox, the Democratic Party’s nominee in Alabama’s gubernatorial contest, posted his first TV campaign spot to YouTube. In it, Maddox introduces himself by revealing his age before going on to highlight his tenure as mayor. Maddox also emphasizes his stances on abortion and gun rights, which are a stark contrast […]

At a groundbreaking ceremony today, Mercedes-Benz officials formally marked the start of construction on a 2 million-square-foot plant in Bibb County that will supply battery packs for the automaker’s Alabama-made electric vehicles. At the event, Mercedes officials also said their Tuscaloosa County assembly plant this morning produced the first customer-ready 2020 GLE, the fourth generation […]

In an interview on CNN’s “New Day” on Friday, Sen. Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) conceded that he was potentially ignoring the majority of his constituents by voting against Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s confirmation to the Supreme Court, however, Alabama’s junior senator dismissed the importance of that likelihood. “[D]o you believe a majority of people in your […]

With college football moving in to October, Alabama’s favorite teams are ready to tackle week six matchups. Troy beat Georgia State on Thursday, but all of the Yellowhammer State’s other teams play on Saturday. Alabama and Auburn are back to playing SEC schools, both away from home. You can find all of the state’s Saturday […]

Editor’s note: This article has been updated to include a statement from Rep. Mike Rogers’ spokeswoman. See update below. U.S. Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Saks) is reportedly a leading contender in becoming the head of the U.S. Air Force, according to a ForeignPolicy.com report. Rogers, who has been an outspoken advocate for the establishment of a […]

Police in Alabama say around a dozen dogs that had been abandoned when their owner moved out of state have been rescued. News outlets report officers carried out a search Wednesday after receiving a complaint about several dogs being abandoned at a home in Homewood. Sgt. John Carr says six dogs were found in the […]

In an interview with ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith on “First Take” Friday, former Florida Gator and Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback Tim Tebow tore into University of Alabama students for their poor attendance at recent home football games. This came after coach Nick Saban, along with some of his current players and UA Athletic Director Greg Byrne, earlier this […]

An Alabama police chief has been arrested and charged with disorderly conduct for actions at a Florida beach. News outlets reported 44-year-old Billy Maurice Driggers was arrested Thursday at his office in Level Plains, Alabama. Panama City Beach, Florida, police said Driggers is accused of fondling himself while watching women at a condominium.

After Friday morning’s cloture vote, which saw Senator Richard Shelby (R-Tuscaloosa) vote “yes” and Senator Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) vote “no” on advancing Judge Brett Kavanaugh to a final confirmation vote likely to occur Saturday evening, Alabama Republican Party chair Terry Lathan made a clear distinction between the state’s two senators. She also reaffirmed the […]

In an interview with CNN Friday morning, Sen. Doug Jones (D-Mountain Brook) admitted there was no corroboration found in the FBI’s supplemental investigation of Judge Brett Kavanaugh, however, Alabama’s junior senator is a “no” vote on the Supreme Court nominee regardless. “Well, I don’t think there was a lot that would corroborate it,” Jones said […]