Lulu’s Law takes step to becoming federal law
Lulu's Law would require the Federal Communications Commission to send out an emergency alert to cellphones in the event of a shark attack.
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Civic/City relevant stories to the state of Alabama.
6 Alabama companies recognized at Governor’s Trade Excellence Awards
Six Alabama companies were recognized Wednesday at the Governor's Trade Excellence Awards for their international impact.
This Alabama city is the 6th best place to live in the nation, according to U.S. News
🚨 Discover which Alabama city made the top 6 and what makes it special. Also, see U.S. News list of 13 top cities in Alabama.
Asian tick species found in Alabama for the first time
The Asian longhorned tick, known for its rapid population growth, has been found in Alabama.
Drought conditions remain across Alabama despite recent rain
While recent rainfall has brought some relief, 4.4 million people are still living in drought areas across Alabama.
Alabama hurricane season 2026: Everything you need to know to prepare
🌀 PREPARE NOW: Check out these tips from NOAA to keep your home safe during hurricane season.
Record $24.9B spent by Alabama tourists in 2025
Alabama reported nearly 30 million tourists visited the state in 2025, spending almost $25 billion.
Alabama native Margaret Renkl ends long-running NYT column
🍃 TO GREENER PASTURES: Margaret Renkl concluded her nine-year tenure as a New York Times opinion columnist, where her work focused on environmental issues and Southern culture
Wiregrass Innovation Center celebrates opening
State and local officials were in Dothan Monday to celebrate the ribbon cutting at the Wiregrass Innovation Center.
New $82M athletic complex coming to Gadsden
Gadsden's latest project will include a 161,000-square foot indoor facility + upgraded natural grass athletic fields.