PFAS Monitoring Efforts Expand Across Coosa River Basin to Address Contamination Concerns
Coosa Valley – PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are synthetic chemicals commonly found in products like non-stick cookware, firefighting foam, and water-resistant materials. Known as “forever chemicals” due to their resistance to environmental breakdown, PFAS compounds are under increased scrutiny for their potential health risks, which include cancer, liver damage, and hormonal disruptions. In response […]
Congressman Rogers Responds to Briefing on U.S. Strikes Against Iranian Nuclear Sites
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (AL-03), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement following a Congressional briefing on recent U.S. military strikes targeting Iranian nuclear sites. In his statement, Rogers said the operation marked a significant action against Iran’s nuclear capabilities. He praised the U.S. military’s execution of the mission, […]
Attorney General Steve Marshall Applauds Supreme Court Ruling Supporting Executive Order on Citizenship
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall praised a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision to stay lower court injunctions, allowing former President Donald Trump’s executive order—Protecting the Meaning and Value of American Citizenship—to proceed. The order addresses the issue of birthright citizenship, and the Supreme Court’s action halts prior rulings that blocked its implementation. Attorney […]
New Report Reveals Nearly Half of Alabama Households Struggle to Afford Basic Living Costs
United Way of Alabama releases first statewide ALICE Report showing 46% of households below financial survival threshold Cleburne County, AL – A comprehensive new study reveals that 928,753 Alabama households – representing 46% of all households in the state – earned below what researchers call the “ALICE Threshold of Financial Survival” in 2023, struggling to […]
Alabama Secretary of State Signs Agreement to Use Federal SAVE Program for Voter Verification
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen has entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (DHS-USCIS), enabling Alabama to access the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program. The agreement allows the state to use SAVE to verify the […]
Governor Ivey Announces Launch of Third Round of SEEDS Grant Program
MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey announced Tuesday that the third round of applications for Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy (SEEDS) grant program will open on July 1, 2025. A total of $23.2 million in funding will be made available to support site assessment and development efforts across the state. The SEEDS program […]
Jury Convicts James “Jimmy” Bulger in $8.4 Million Elder Financial Exploitation Case
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced today that James “Jimmy” Bulger has been found guilty by a Montgomery County jury on three felony counts: first-degree theft by deception, aggravated theft by deception, and first-degree financial exploitation of the elderly. The verdict follows a six-day trial during which the jury heard evidence that […]
Senator Katie Britt Co-Sponsors Legislation Aimed at Increasing Transparency in Big Tech Content Moderation
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) has joined Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-TX) and several Republican colleagues in introducing the Transparency in Enforcement, Restricting, and Monitoring of Services (TERMS) Act. The proposed legislation seeks to increase oversight and accountability among major technology companies, particularly regarding how they enforce their terms […]
Community Unites for Day of Hope Fundraiser at Ranburne First Baptist Church
Ranburne, AL – On Saturday, June 28, families and community members gathered at Ranburne First Baptist Church for the Day of Hope Fundraiser, an event hosted by Hearts of Cleburne to support individuals and families affected by cancer. The event was designed to not only raise funds but also foster a sense of unity, strength, and […]
Governor Ivey Launches 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge, Encourages Participation in National Program
MONTGOMERY, AL – On the first official day of summer, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey officially launched her 3rd Annual Summer Reading Challenge and encouraged Alabama students to also take part in a national initiative led by Second Lady Usha Vance. Open to rising K–8 students in public, private, and homeschool settings, the Governor’s Summer Reading […]