Alabama income tax revenue increased by 2.5% in 2024
In 2024, Alabama generated $16.9 billion in total tax revenue, including $7.5 billion from income taxes, which represents a 2.5% increase over the previous year, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Annual Survey of State Government Tax Collections (STC). The State Government Tax Collections (STC) survey tracks five...
“Free Alabama Movement” protest held at ADOC headquarters
A protest rally was held this morning outside of the Alabama Department of Corrections headquarter demanding the statewide shutdown of ADOC.
Wage garnishment resumes for defaulted student loan borrowers
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Starting this month, the federal government will again begin withholding wages from borrowers who have defaulted on their federal student loans. The U.S. Department of Education says the policy applies to borrowers who are at least nine months behind on payments, ending a pause that began during...
Alabama and the Deep South Face a January Temperature Roller Coaster as 70s Give...
ALABAMA — A sharp and unusual temperature swing is setting up across Alabama and parts of the Deep South, with forecast data showing spring-like warmth midweek, followed by a return to seasonal January temperatures as a cold front moves through later in the week. Forecast charts and the latest...
On This Day in 1953, One of Country Music’s Greatest Pioneers Was Laid To...
The year 1953 was a dark one for fans and loved ones of country icon Hank Williams. The singer-songwriter had passed away on New Year’s Day at the age of only 29. His death was an unfortunate result of a snowball effect, stemming from a hunting trip injury in 1951, which led Williams to use painkillers and alcohol to...
Alabama Attorney General Joins 21-State Coalition Supporting Florida School Library Law
Montgomery, AL – Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has joined a coalition of 21 state attorneys general in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit in support of a Florida law governing materials available in public-school libraries. The Florida law at issue seeks to ensure...
Alabama Ranks In Top 10 “To Move” States
If you want to know where people are moving to and from just ask one of the largest relocation companies in the nation. United Van Lines recently posted their 2025 Annual Mover Study. Alabama was ranked 9th in the nation where people made their new home. The survey found that...
Body of Alabama 4-year-old Johnathan Boley found days after going missing
The child's dog was found alive next to the boy's body, deputies say.
‘How much happiness she brings’: Alabama’s first therapy horse brings comfort, joy to patients
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - A small horse is making a big difference across Alabama. Winnie is the state’s first therapy horse. Winnie’s trainer and owner, Bianca Smith, says that the miniature horse brings comfort and joy to those who may not be able to experience it. According to...
Central and South Georgia, Southeast Alabama, and North Florida Face Tornado Risk Saturday as...
GEORGIA – A tornado risk is expected on Saturday across parts of central and south Georgia, extending into southeast Alabama and north Florida, as a line of strong thunderstorms moves through the region. Forecast guidance indicates that a couple of tornadoes are possible, along with the potential for damaging wind...

















