HOMEWOOD, Ala. — A shooting incident on Monday night has left two women seriously injured, challenging the perception of safety in the suburban community of Homewood, located just south of Birmingham. The Homewood Police Department responded to a call about “suspicious subjects” at approximately 10:32 p.m. on November 18, in the 900 block of Valley…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama is once again under scrutiny as it prepares to execute Carey Dale Grayson on November 21, using the contentious method of nitrogen hypoxia. This comes amid ongoing debates about the state’s execution practices, which have faced criticism for being both error-prone and inhumane. Grayson, 49, was convicted for the brutal 1994…

SIPSEY, Ala. — A rare earthquake shook parts of northwest Alabama late Monday night, prompting residents to report minor tremors but causing no significant damage or injuries. The U.S. Geological Survey reported that the 2.5 magnitude quake struck at approximately 10 p.m. CST. The epicenter was located about six kilometers north of Sipsey, roughly 29…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Wind Creek Hospitality, the gaming and hospitality arm of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, is poised to acquire the Birmingham Racecourse, a move set to invigorate Alabama’s entertainment offerings. The transaction, expected to close in early 2025, marks a significant expansion for Wind Creek in the state. The Birmingham Racecourse, a…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A violent weekend in Birmingham left five people dead in three separate shootings, including the tragic shooting of an 18-month-old boy. The city’s escalating homicide rate continues to draw concern from residents and officials alike. The fatal shootings began Friday evening and extended through Sunday. Among the victims was an adult male…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama’s State Board of Education is exploring new K-12 social studies standards, drawing criticism that conservative-led revisions could harm students’ education. The changes, which emphasize traditional historical narratives while limiting discussions on race and inequality, have been described as ideologically driven and detrimental to the state’s education system. The updated curriculum comes…