14 Alabama airports receive part of $1.7B federal upgrade plan
✈️ ALABAMA AIRPORTS WIN GRANTS: 14 Alabama facilities secured $1.7B+ in federal funding from a massive FAA investment package to upgrade airport infrastructure.
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Alabama Shakes announces release date for first album since 2015
🎸 ALABAMA SHAKES: The band is releasing its first album in more than a decade.
8 key stats from Alabama native Chris Richards’ first World Cup
🌟 CHRIS RICHARDS: The Hoover native starred in the USMNT's World Cup run. Check out some key numbers from his tournament.
Smithsonian highlights 7 Alabama landmarks to visit to celebrate America 250
🏛️ PLACES TO CELEBRATE AMERICA: How many of these Alabama locations have you visited?
Former Alabama golfer makes guest list for Taylor Swift’s celebrity-filled wedding
⭐ JUSTIN THOMAS: The former University of Alabama golfer made the cut for the star-studded event in New York City.
Alabama high school marching band features in World Cup broadcast
⭐️ PRIDE OF PRATTVILLE: The local high school marching band got an unexpected opportunity of a lifetime during its trip to Philadelphia.
Gas prices continue to drop ahead of Fourth of July weekend
⛽ 🚗 Gas prices in Alabama give Fourth of July travelers a sense relief at the gas pump.
Ella Langley makes more history in return to Billboard’s top spot
⭐️ CHOOSIN' TEXAS: Alabama native Ella Langley has hit yet another milestone as her song reaches No. 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 for the 11th week.
17 Alabama restaurants among Wine Spectator’s 2026 award winners
🍷 WINE EXCELLENCE: 17 restaurants across the state were recognized for their wine selection with 3 spots taking the "Best of Award."
Auburn eagle Independence flying to Philadelphia for America 250 celebration
🦅🇺🇸 INDEPENDENCE DAY: The Auburn bald eagle is headed back to Philadelphia to celebrate July 4—and she'll be flying coach.