05/13/2026

Ivey Declares Emergency for 19 North Alabama Counties Ahead of Winter Storm

Gov. Kay Ivey has issued a state of emergency for 19 northern Alabama counties, including the flood-prone Tennessee Valley, as a severe winter storm threatens icy roads and heavy precipitation. The declaration unlocks state resources to safeguard communities from potential widespread disruptions. This comes amid ongoing investments in flood alert systems to mitigate recurring water threats.

May 13

AG Raids Jefferson County Bingo Halls in Illegal Gambling Crackdown

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall's office raided two Jefferson County bingo halls Wednesday, seizing hundreds of illegal slot machines. The operations at Lipscomb Bingo and Pinson Bingo allegedly housed electronic gambling devices disguised as bingo. Authorities say the busts target a persistent illegal gambling network in the Birmingham area.

May 13

Auburn High Tigers Claim Multiple Titles at AHSAA State Meet

Auburn High School's track athletes swept multiple events at the AHSAA state championships, showcasing the pipeline from local youth programs to university success. Hosted in the heart of Lee County, the meet highlighted Alabama's track dominance. With standout performances, the Tigers solidified their legacy in the state's premier competition.

May 13

UAB Women's Hoops Lands 7 Transfers for 2026-27 Title Push

May 13

Tuscaloosa Tide Clinches SEC West Crown with Auburn Sweep

May 13

Mobile Port Braces for Cruise Boom Amid Carnival Pause

Alabama's Port of Mobile faces mixed tides in 2026 cruise tourism: a national record of 21.7 million American cruisers clashes with Carnival Spirit's six-month suspension. New itineraries from other lines could still deliver economic lift to the Gulf Coast hub. Local leaders eye upgrades to sustain momentum.

May 13

Carpenter Technology Picks Limestone County for $500M Alabama Plant

May 13

Alabama Boosts CHOOSE Act Funding by $80M Amid Voucher Surge

Overwhelmed by demand from 37,000 student applications, the Alabama Legislature has pumped $80 million more into the CHOOSE Act, nearly doubling funding to $180 million for the 2025-2026 school year. The expansion underscores surging momentum for school choice in a state that's racing toward universal access by 2027. Families now have even broader options through tax credits and new federal partnerships.

May 13

Dengue Cases Surge in South Alabama After Heavy Rains

Alabama health officials are alerting residents in coastal counties to a sharp rise in dengue fever cases, fueled by recent heavy rains and booming mosquito populations. The mosquito-borne virus, once rare in the state, now threatens more Alabamans with flu-like symptoms that can turn deadly. Experts urge immediate prevention as cases climb in areas like Mobile and Baldwin counties.

May 13

The Algorithmic Tightrope: Personalization vs. Conformity

Are algorithms curating our experiences to enrich our lives, or are they trapping us in echo chambers that stifle growth and divide us further? Let's explore the fine line between personalized convenience and homogenized thought.

May 13

The Contentious Case of Counterpoint: Is Structured Disagreement Really Divisive?

May 13

Is the Era of Nuance Over? Point, Counterpoint, and the Missing Middle Ground

May 13

Numbers All Around: Unlocking the Fibonacci Fun in Everyday Life

May 13

Sync or Sink: Streamlining Your Brand Across Social Platforms

May 13

The Curious Case of Competing Truths: Can We All Be Right At Once?

In an age defined by opposing viewpoints, Splurge Sullivan dives into the possibility that multiple “truths” can coexist, and the potential value of embracing this complexity.

May 13

St. Clair County Seeks Information Technology Technician

St. Clair County is seeking applications for a full-time Information Technology Technician with a deadline of May 12, 2026, offering a starting hourly salary between $19.10 and $25.35.

May 13

College Football Top 25 Rankings Released

May 13

Dante Fowler Signs With Seahawks After Lawrence's Super Bowl Pitch

May 13

Arsenal Edges West Ham 1-0 After VAR Disallows Late Equalizer

May 13

Projected NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Field Released: Florida Holds Top Seed

May 13