The Remarkable Life Of Rosa Parks, The ‘Mother Of The Civil Rights Movement’
From her pivotal role in the Montgomery Bus Boycott to her efforts to combat racial inequity in Detroit, Rosa Parks was one of the most inspiring civil rights activists in American history. On Dec. 1, 1955, a quiet act of defiance on a Montgomery, Alabama public bus ignited one of...
8 Alabama Resale Shops Customers Visit Again and Again for New Picks
Alabama, with its rich history and vibrant culture, is home to some of the most beloved resale shops in the South. Each shop offers a unique charm and selection that keeps customers coming back for more. Explore these eight standout locations where locals and visitors alike find their next favorite...
Mother who was seen by severaI peopIe pIacing bIankets and piIIows over her baby’s...
Alabama – An Alabama woman has been arrested and charged after Alabama authorities say she attempted to kiII her 4‑month‑oId chiId. The parent, 28‑year-old M. Luccero , was taken into custody by the Sheriff’s Office following reports from multiple witnesses who said the woman had tried to sufocate and vioIently shake...
This Thanksgiving, Let’s Celebrate and Support Alabama’s Farmers
Guest Opinion By Christina Woerner McInnis - Farmer, CEO, and Candidate for Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. Thanksgiving is a time for family, faith, and gratitude. It’s a reminder to slow down, gather around the table, and give thanks for the blessings God has given us. And at the heart of every...
Unemployment claims in Alabama increased last week
Initial filings for unemployment benefits in Alabama rose last week compared with the week prior, the U.S. Department of Labor said Thursday. New jobless claims, a proxy for layoffs, increased to 2,049 in the week ending November 21, up from 1,970 the week before, the Labor Department said. U.S. unemployment claims...
Alabama Target Exposed for Marking Up Christmas Tree Prices Before Pretending to Mark Them...
ALABAMA – A Target store in Alabama is under fire after a family discovered what they say is a blatantly deceptive holiday pricing trick — marking up Christmas tree prices right before “discounting” them so customers think they’re getting a great deal. The viral TikTok video exposing the tactic has shoppers furious,...
Severe Weather Threat to Drench Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Georgia with Heavy Rain and...
JACKSON, MISSISSIPPI — A major multi-day storm system is expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and isolated severe weather to the Deep South beginning Saturday evening and continuing through Tuesday night, with forecasters warning of localized flooding and possible tornadoes in several states. The latest...
Alabama is stealing Florida’s retirees and nobody saw it coming
For most of the last century, retiring to Florida was almost automatic. Warm weather, no state income tax, and affordable homes near the beach made it the obvious choice. That formula stopped working. Home prices jumped 60% in six years, and insurance costs hit levels that make even paid-off homeowners flinch.
ALEA alerts motorists to increased deer movement
The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is reminding motorists to use extra caution on Alabama’s roadways this time of year, as deer activity and vehicle versus-wildlife crashes increase significantly during the fall and early winter months. According to crash data from ALEA’s Highway Patrol Division, Troopers...
Hawkins native receives prestigious veteran’s honor
A Hawkins County native who served with distinction in the US Army during the Vietnam War was honored by the state of Alabama as part of a Veterans Day presentation earlier this month. Robert Neill Cooper, born Dec. 14, 1941 in Church Hill, received the 2025 Governor’s Annual Alabama Veteran of the Year Award, an...
