05/17/2026

Alabama returns to 1 majority-Black district, undoing court-ordered gains

Alabama will use a congressional map with one majority-Black district, reversing gains from a 2024 court-drawn plan that elected two Black Democrats to Congress.

May 17

Thousands march in Montgomery against Alabama's congressional map

May 17

Two killed in Montgomery shooting

Montgomery police are investigating a double homicide after two people were shot and killed late Friday night. No arrests have been made.

May 17

Broncos Aim to Bolster Tight End Production with Youth and Veteran Mix

The Denver Broncos are looking to elevate their tight end performance this season by integrating both young talent and experienced players into the offense. The team hopes this combination will address a long-standing area of weakness in their passing attack. Improved production from the tight end position could provide a significant boost to the Broncos' offensive capabilities.

May 17

Expert's Preakness Stakes Picks Revealed; Golden Tempo Withdraws

May 17

Cowboys Decline George Pickens Extension; Steelers Pursue Other Options at Quarterback

May 17

Celtics Defeat Mavericks 105-98 in Game 2 of NBA Finals

May 17

Pelham bars keep licenses despite illegal gambling allegations

The Pelham City Council voted unanimously to keep operating licenses for two bars accused of hosting illegal gambling through bingo games, after business owners said outside organizers ran the games without their knowledge.

May 17

Construction Partners to buy Texas asphalt company for $654M

May 17

Notre Dame, Villanova to Tip Off Hoops Season in Rome Doubleheader

Notre Dame and Villanova will begin their basketball seasons with a unique event in Rome. Both the men's and women's teams from each university will compete in a doubleheader on November 1.

May 17

You Don't Have to Earn Your Morning Coffee

Before you check your phone or review your to-do list, try this: drink your coffee without doing anything else. No planning, no scrolling, no mental negotiations about what you deserve.

May 17

A Poem for Late Winter: When You Need Light Most

May 17

On Starting Small: Margaret Atwood and the Single Seed

May 17

A 12-Year-Old's Lemonade Stand Just Paid Off $4,000 in School Lunch Debt

May 17

The Department You've Never Heard Of Just Got a $2 Billion Budget Cut

May 17

On Building Something That Lasts

Albert Camus wrote about gardening while the plague raged. His words cut through every shallow productivity hack you've ever bookmarked.

May 17

Water Main Break Disrupts Service on Dryer Road

Daphne Utilities crews are repairing a water main break on Dryer Road.

May 17

UltraCare Medical Services Opens Primary Care Clinic in Jemison

May 17

2026 World Cup: Predicted Starting Lineups for Major Contenders

May 17

NBA Draft Combine Scrimmages Showcase Emerging Talent

May 17

Flowers Links Ravens' Injuries to Harbaugh's Practice Intensity

May 17