LEE COUNTY, Ala. — In a Halloween-themed sting operation dubbed “Operation Trick or Tweak,” the Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested 53 individuals in a sweeping crackdown on narcotics activity. Sheriff Carmine Marceno announced the operation’s success, which involved months of undercover work and surveillance to dismantle drug networks in the area. The operation led to…

HOMEWOOD, Ala. — Brookwood Village, once a bustling retail hub in the Birmingham area, is undergoing a significant transformation as Andrews Sports Medicine plans to redevelop part of the mall into a state-of-the-art medical facility. Opened in 1974, Brookwood Village was celebrated for its vibrant mix of retail stores and community events, serving as a…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A recent flyer distributed by the Alabama Republican Party in the state’s 2nd Congressional District has sparked controversy with messaging that targets transgender rights, drawing backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates and political analysts who call it a disturbing and outdated tactic of political division. The flyer, aimed at mobilizing conservative voters, promotes opposition…

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A rare and potentially severe geomagnetic storm is currently impacting Earth, with effects reaching as far south as Alabama, officials report. The storm, triggered by a recent series of solar eruptions, began early Friday and may persist into the weekend, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The Space Weather…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama is facing unprecedented wildfire risk. The Alabama Forestry Commission has placed every county under a statewide Fire Danger Warning, as dry conditions intensify and stretch across the state. The warning underscores an alarming reality: Alabama’s lands, from rural forests to suburban parks, are highly vulnerable to fires due to a months-long…