BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Ruby-throated hummingbirds are expected to arrive in Alabama this week, signaling the start of their annual spring migration and giving residents a chance to spot the tiny, vibrant birds as they pass through the state. The hummingbirds, which winter in Central America and Mexico, typically begin appearing in Alabama between March 10…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — U.S. Sen. Katie Britt’s campaign against “debanking” has drawn national attention, but critics argue the issue is less about political discrimination and more about financial institutions managing risk in controversial industries. Britt, a Republican from Alabama, recently co-sponsored the Financial Integrity and Regulation Management (FIRM) Act, which aims to prevent banks from…

JASPER, Ala. — U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt, R-Alabama, issued a statement Friday to reassure constituents that Social Security offices in the state will remain open despite rumors of closures tied to a federal efficiency program. Concerns arose after reports suggested potential changes to Social Security operations under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), a program…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A progressive advocacy group has turned heads in Birmingham with a series of political billboards targeting prominent figures and policies. Bright Blue Dot, an organization dedicated to empowering liberals in conservative areas, has used the bold campaign to challenge the status quo while encouraging progressives to make their voices heard. The group,…

In March 2022, the Alabama House of Representatives unanimously passed a resolution condemning Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, declaring, “the great state of Alabama stands firmly in solidarity with the Ukrainian people, our brothers and sisters in democracy.” Governor Kay Ivey echoed this sentiment, proclaiming March 2, 2022, as a Day of Prayer for Ukraine, urging…