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Earthquake Rattles Northwest Alabama, No Damage Reported
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…
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Wind Creek Hospitality to Acquire Birmingham Racecourse, Expanding Alabama’s Entertainment Scene
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…
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Birmingham Grapples with Gun Violence as Weekend Death Toll Rises
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…
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Alabama Conservatives Face Backlash Over Social Studies Curriculum Changes
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…
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Auburn’s Beloved Bald Eagles Left Homeless as Nest Cut Down for Development
AUBURN, Ala. — In a heartbreaking turn of events, the beloved bald eagle pair known as Pam and Jim find themselves circling the empty sky above Auburn, searching for their lost home. The tree that housed their nest was felled recently to make way for a new housing development, leaving the eagles homeless and the…
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Alabama’s Refusal to Expand Medicaid Linked to Rising Infant Mortality
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama’s infant mortality rate has risen sharply in 2024, highlighting a troubling trend tied to the state’s longstanding refusal to expand Medicaid. Health experts say the increase underscores the human cost of political decisions that have left tens of thousands without access to critical healthcare services. The Alabama Department of Public Health…
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