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U. S. Senator Britt secures $4 million for Maxwell road project connecting I-65 to Air Force base
1+ hour, 4+ min ago (276+ words) U. S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) secured $4 million in road funding through the Fiscal Year 2026 Homeland Security Appropriations Act, directing federal dollars to the gateway connecting Interstate 65 to Maxwell-Gunter Air Force Base. Britt, who chairs the Subcommittee on Homeland Security Appropriations, said…...
By the numbers: $43. 8 million spent across Alabama's three biggest 2026 runoff races
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (342+ words) Alabama's three most competitive GOP runoff races this cycle produced a combined $43. 8 million in campaign spending. Finance records from the June 16 U. S. Senate, attorney general, and lieutenant governor runoffs reveal vastly different financial foundations behind each contest, but one constant: all…...
Former U. S. Rep. Bradley Byrne to retire from Mobile Chamber in 2027
1+ hour, 18+ min ago (240+ words) Bradley Byrne, Alabama congressman from 2014 to 2021, now leading the Mobile Area Chamber of Commerce, will retire in 2027, the group announced Thursday. Doing so fulfills the pledge he made in 2021 to serve five years in the role. "Earlier today, the Mobile…...
Relive top Gadsden area high school sports moments from 2025-26 AHSAA seasons
4+ week, 1+ day ago (434+ words) The 2025-26 AHSAA season has wrapped and there's plenty of memorable moments from around the Gadsden area. Five Gadsden area teams secured state titles, starting with Cherokee County and Guntersville in volleyball. Coosa Christian won a football title with Guntersville girls…...
Madison's data center rules can't enforce water or power limits, officials say
6+ hour, 44+ min ago (254+ words) MADISON, Wis. " A temporary ban on new data centers in Madison was put in place to give city staff time to chart a course for regulating the facilities as they become more common. But while the city can regulate the…...
Meet the 2026 Tuscaloosa News All-Area boys soccer teams, Player and Coach of the Year
4+ day, 10+ hour ago (90+ words) See who earned spots on the 2026 Tuscaloosa News All-Area boys soccer teams, as well as who was given Player and Coach of the Year honors. Meet the 2026 Tuscaloosa News All-Area boys soccer teams, Player and Coach of the Year As…...
Madison County 2026-27 budget includes 3% increase for employees - AOL
22+ hour, 6+ min ago (791+ words) MARSHALL - Madison County commissioners approved a 3% cost of living adjustment increase and established a $15 minimum wage for county employees while not increasing the property tax rate. The 2026-27 budget marks a 4. 5% increase from the $33. 4 million 2025-26 budget. In July 2025, County Health Director…...
Vote now for Tuscaloosa area boys soccer player and coach of the year
3+ day, 10+ hour ago (141+ words) The Tuscaloosa News is asking fans to vote for the top high school boys soccer player and coach of the 2026 season. The spring season of Tuscaloosa-area boys soccer leaves room for local athletes and coaches to step into the spotlight....
Britt disputes Tuberville's claim that housing bill would benefit immigrants in U. S. illegally
14+ hour, 14+ min ago (255+ words) U. S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is defending the most sweeping housing bill in a generation against criticism from fellow Alabama U. S. Senator Tommy Tuberville, who voted against the legislation and claimed much of its money would go to immigrants living in the…...
Alabama Democrats are getting the same headlines again
14+ hour, 58+ min ago (60+ words) It is that time again. The election cycle where articles start appearing explaining why this time Alabama politics might look different. But the structure of the conversation stays familiar. A candidate gets attention. People begin asking whether a race that…...