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IRS Extends Tax Deadline for Alabama Residents Following Hurricane Helene
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Alabama taxpayers grappling with the aftermath of Hurricane Helene have been granted a reprieve by the IRS, which extended the federal income tax filing deadline to May 1, 2025. The extension applies to all individuals and businesses across the state’s 67 counties, providing much-needed relief as communities recover from the storm’s devastation….
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Opinion: Alabama’s Vaccine Exemption Bill Is Less About Religion, More About Politics
The Alabama Legislature is poised to weaken vaccine requirements in the name of religious freedom. A new bill would make it easier for parents and students to claim religious exemptions from vaccinations in public schools and universities. Proponents say it’s about choice and faith. But let’s be clear: this has almost nothing to do with…
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‘Hands Off!’ Protest to Take Place in Birmingham Saturday
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Activists will gather at Railroad Park in Birmingham on Saturday as part of the nationwide “Hands Off!” movement, which seeks to address concerns over democracy, corporate influence, and threats to social safety net programs. The event, scheduled from 12 to 3 p.m. CDT at 1600 1st Ave S, is one of ten…
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Alabama Lawmaker Seeks Ban on Human Cloning
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama State Representative Phillip Rigsby has introduced legislation to outlaw human cloning, marking the state’s first attempt to regulate the controversial practice. House Bill 380 would make human cloning a Class C felony, reflecting growing concerns about the ethical and societal implications of cloning technology. The bill defines human cloning as any…
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Michelin Guide Expands to the South, Spotlighting Alabama’s Culinary Scene
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The Michelin Guide, widely regarded as the global standard for fine dining, is making its debut in the American South, marking a historic moment for Alabama and its neighboring states. Michelin and Travel South USA announced Wednesday that the new regional guide will include Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee,…
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Michael Pickett Named Birmingham Police Chief Amid Crime Reduction Efforts
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — Michael Pickett has officially been named Chief of Police for Birmingham, Alabama, following a four-month tenure as interim chief. Mayor Randall Woodfin announced the appointment on April 1, emphasizing Pickett’s leadership style and commitment to public safety. Pickett, a 20-year veteran of the Birmingham Police Department, steps into the role during a…
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