U.S. Senate confirms Eddie LaCour to federal bench – Alabama caps 3-for-3 push for confirmations

On Wednesday afternoon, the U.S. Senate confirmed Alabama Solicitor General Edmund “Eddie” LaCour Jr. as a U.S. district judge for the Northern District of Alabama in a party-line 51-47 vote. LaCour fills the vacancy left by Chief Judge L. Scott...

Boating safety/license classes in Orange Beach Nov. 1 & 22

Boating safety/license classes in Orange Beach Nov. 1 & 22 The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency’s Marine Patrol Division will offer boating basics and license courses in Orange Beach on Nov. 1 and Nov. 22 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the ALEA Marine...

Alabama State Opens 2025–26 Season at Destination Orlando

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Alabama State University bowling team opened its 2025–26 campaign over the weekend at the Destination Orlando Tournament, competing against one of the nation's deepest fields that featured several nationally ranked programs,...

Carnival Cruise Line Is Welcomed Back To America's Original "Carnival" City

Carnival Cruise Line has been expanding its service from its homeports, including its recent announcement to sail across Australia and New Zealand in 2027/28. But what makes it more exciting for its loyal passengers is its year-round deployment in...

Chris Elliott announces 2026 campaign for Alabama Senate, vows to continue being ‘a concerned taxpayer, not a politician’

State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine) announced on Wednesday that he will seek a new term during the 2026 election cycle and cited his ongoing efforts to streamline state government, protect Alabama values, combat the woke agenda, cut taxes, and...

How Alabama basketball’s Nate Oats weaved plaid into sideline style

Alabama basketball coach Nate Oats' plaid sportscoats are a modern tribute to former coach Wimp Sanderson. Tailor Ramesh Kripalani of Hong Kong Tailors is responsible for the signature looks of Oats and other coaches. Oats' sideline style has...

From Big Mountain to Mars, local astronaut inspires Whitefish students

When Whitefish High School senior Noah Oaks heard that John Herrington, retired naval aviator and NASA astronaut, frequents Big Mountain, he knew he had to recruit him for the launch of the first-ever Whitefish High School Space Club. The...

Hurricane Melissa leaves travelers stranded, highlights need for travel insurance

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WBRC) - Flights are grounded, hotels are booked, and travelers are left stranded as Hurricane Melissa slams the Caribbean, leaving some vacationers stuck paying for extra room nights they never budgeted for. Clay Ingram with AAA...

Success of recent North Alabama Airfest fuels plans for expanded 2026 event

Published 6:13 am Wednesday, October 29, 2025 The attendance figures are in for this year’s 2025 North Alabama Airfest event — and, say organizers, they reflect a top-flight success. Held in September at Limestone County’s Pryor Field Regional...

Holloway, Philon and Wrightsell give No. 15 Alabama a dynamic and experienced backcourt

No. 15 Alabama (28-9, 13-5 SEC) The Crimson Tide might have the most dynamic backcourt in the league, maybe even… No. 15 Alabama (28-9, 13-5 SEC) The Crimson Tide might have the most dynamic backcourt in the league, maybe even the country, despite...

PBS’s status and Dauphin Island foxes: Down in Alabama

New rules for entertainment districts? After the Oct. 4 shooting in downtown Montgomery, Gov. Kay Ivey asked Alabama ABC Board Administrator Curtis Stewart for ideas on safety improvements to entertainment districts, which are areas in cities...

Brand USA Invites Travelers to Celebrate 250 Years of America The Beautiful with New Experiences and Reasons to Visit in 2026 and Beyond

PHILIPPINES (October 28, 2025) — As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, 2026 is shaping up to be a landmark year across the country. As the nation’s official destination marketing organization, Brand USA invites global travellers...

College Football Week 10 Highlights, Reactions, and Week 11 Preview

Photo By - Imagn Images. Louisville Cardinals wide receiver Chris Bell (0) carries the football. As much as the 2025 college football season will be remembered by the big names deposited onto the unemployment line, it should not be forgotten those...

Top 25 Alabama high school football teams for AHSAA Week 10

The Alabama high school football season is heading into Week 10, and the USA TODAY Network team in Alabama ranked the top 25 teams from across the state and all classifications. USA TODAY Network Alabama high school writers Maxwell Donaldson of...

College Football Playoff Week 10 lessons: Can anyone make sense of upside-down ACC?

On Sept. 14, the ACC had three top-15 teams in the AP college football poll. No. 5 Miami had already beaten Notre Dame. No. 10 Florida State started the season with a victory against Alabama. No. 12 Clemson, the conference’s preseason favorite,...

2025 College Football Bowl Eligibility Tracker After Week 10

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 19: Head coach Bret Bielema of the Illinois Fighting Illini is seen following the game against the Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2024 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty...

Alcorn State takes on ‘monster challenge’

They play Minnesota Nov. 8 (l-r) Khalid El-Amin, Clem Haskins, Henry Lake Credit: Henry Lake Alcorn State assembled a “monster” non-conference schedule for its 2025-26 season that, according to their coach, will better prepare them for conference...

8 Christmas Light Displays in Alabama That Are Pure Magic

With the Christmas season just around the corner, there's no better way to get into the holiday spirit than by visiting some of the displays of the best Christmas lights, including the best drive-through Christmas lights, in Alabama. There are...

ALEA emphasizes Halloween safety for Alabama families

As Halloween approaches, the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency (ALEA) is urging parents, guardians and drivers to prioritize safety during all the festivities. With increased foot traffic and trick-or-treaters, ALEA aims to ensure a safe and...

Fornelli's CFP vibe check: Big Ten, ACC, Big 12 seem to be losing bids

The first College Football Playoff Rankings of the 2025 season will be unveiled Tuesday night at 8 p.m. ET, meaning this is the last CFP Vibe Check of the season that is 100% vibes made from pure concentrate. As we prepare for these final hours of...