Alabama targets rural counties with revamped economic incentives

Alabama lawmakers are refining state economic incentive programs to steer more industrial projects to rural and Black Belt counties, building on a 2023 package that expires in 2028.

May 21

Alabama police launch summer highway crackdown on speeding, drunk driving

Alabama police will step up enforcement on major highways this summer, targeting speeding, drunk driving and seat belt violations from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

May 21

Celtics Dominate 76ers in Game 1 Rout, 123-91

The Boston Celtics defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 123-91 in Game 1 of their playoff series. Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown combined for 51 points in the dominant performance.

May 21

Lakers Defeat Rockets in Game 1

May 21

Arthur Fils Defeats Andrey Rublev to Win Barcelona Open

May 21

Alex Palou Claims Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach Victory

May 21

Gulf Shores, Orange Beach brace for record summer as bookings surge

Beachfront rentals in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach are already filling up for summer 2026, signaling another record year as lodging revenue and early bookings climb.

May 21

Mobile Approves River Walk Plaza, a $100M Waterfront Development

May 21

Hyundai, suppliers to invest millions, add 300-plus jobs at Montgomery plant

May 21

Ivey signs school safety law requiring SROs, threat reporting standards

Gov. Kay Ivey signed a school safety package requiring Alabama districts to hire more armed resource officers, file updated security plans and use standardized threat reporting.

May 21

The Slow Walk That Changes Everything

Winter invites you to move differently. A deliberate pace outdoors isn't laziness—it's the reset your nervous system has been asking for.

May 21

Why You Should Read a Poem Out Loud This Week

May 21

The Traveler's Paradox: Why Getting Lost Leads You Somewhere Real

May 21

The Librarian Network Helping Formerly Incarcerated People Find Work

May 21

The Fed's Silent Admission: Inflation Isn't Going Anywhere Soon

May 21

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

Tristan Jacobson spent his summer selling lemonade and cookies to erase cafeteria debt for 123 students. He's already planning next year's menu.

May 21

MLB Draft Rankings Updated: Top Prospects Emerge as College Tournament Week Begins

Updated MLB draft rankings highlight the top 150 prospects. Several players have improved their standing as college baseball tournament week gets underway, with scouts closely monitoring performances.

May 21

Riley Expresses Confidence in USC's Championship Readiness

May 21

Mets Explode for 10 Runs in 12th, Defeat Nationals 16-7

May 21

Yankees Consider Altering Gerrit Cole's Rehab Schedule

May 21

Glasnow's Throwing Program Halted; Snell to Undergo Shoulder Procedure

May 21