Prefiled bill would require school boards to give credit for private religious instruction
Under current Alabama law, local school boards have the authority to decide whether or not students can receive elective credit for attending private religious instruction during the school day. A new bill prefiled for the 2026 legislative session would remove that authority, instead mandating that all local boards...
Southern Living crowns these 2 Alabama spots the Best Seafood Dives of 2025
When you're dining along the coast, few things beat a plate of fresh seafood. Southern Living readers recently voted on their favorite seafood spots, and two Alabama restaurants made the top five in the magazine's 2025 roundup of the best seafood dives . Looking for where to enjoy the best coastal flavors in the...
What’s the most expensive restaurant in Alabama? This tomahawk rib-eye gets pricey
When it comes to dining out , sometimes splurging is part of the experience. From caviar-topped tasting menus to once-in-a-lifetime steak dinners, every state has a spot where indulgence is on the menu, and the bill matches the flavor. Perry's Steakhouse and Grille in Birmingham has just snagged the title of...
Attorney General Marshall, Law Enforcement Leaders Urge Reappointment of Gwathney to Pardons and Paroles...
MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall, along with 76 law enforcement leaders from across the state, has formally requested that Governor Kay Ivey reappoint Leigh Gwathney as Chair of the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles. In a letter addressed to the Governor, Marshall highlighted Gwathney’s...
Prattville Fire Department shares safety warning
Deshaun Benson and A'Marious Johnson, both 18, charged with robbery in Wetumpka. Police officials confirm 46-year-old Kelvin Lamar Turk is charged with attempted murder and certain persons forbidden to carry a firearm. No motive was given. Police investigating Montgomery shooting. Updated: 2 hours ago. Montgomery...
Cakeology’s vending machine is cookin’
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WSFA) - Fedelia Crenshaw isn’t your typical baker. She started really getting into it about eight years ago. After a year, she was hooked and decided to open up her own store, Cakeology. “Custom cakes,” said Crenshae. “That’s all I wanted to do was decorate pretty cakes.”...
Beloved Alabama Wildlife Center is in danger as temperatures soar and their AC unit...
The Alabama Wildlife Center’s more than 40 year old A/C unit is broken and must be replaced to keep the space cool and comfortable. The center, which is dedicated to the protection, preservation and conservation of Alabama’s native birds through rehabilitation and education initiatives, said it needs the community’s...
Fireworks spark safety concerns: Alabama officials urge caution as Independence Day nears
As the Fourth of July approaches, Alabama's first responders and medical professionals are gearing up for a potentially busy holiday weekend, urging residents to celebrate responsibly to avoid injuries and fires. Fireworks, a staple of Independence Day celebrations, pose significant risks, officials said. "They are a...
University of Alabama professors face backlash, fear of losing funding under anti-DEI law, lawyer...
A federal judge heard arguments Wednesday in a lawsuit alleging that anti-diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) law signed by Gov. Kay Ivey last year violates the constitutional rights of professors and students. The lawsuit, brought by professors and students in the University of Alabama System against Gov. Kay Ivey...
Governor Ivey Honors Independence Day
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WDNews) – Governor Kay Ivey released a video message Wednesday in honor of Independence Day, encouraging Alabamians to reflect on the nation’s founding, express gratitude for U.S. service members, and celebrate the enduring values that define America. Marking the 249th anniversary of the country’s...
