Alabama News

Alabama has launched a website for its school voucher-like program called the CHOOSE Act. It provides information on eligibility, online applications, and deadlines.

A teacher at Summerdale School in Baldwin County expressed frustration over challenges posed by an increasing number of English Language Learners (ELL) in her classroom. She said it affects both teachers and students.

A newspaper error cost Alabama taxpayers $1.76 million and delayed the final phase of the Gordo Bypass project.

On the Flagrant podcast, former President Donald Trump praised Alabama Senator Katie Britt for advocating the importance of in-vitro fertilization.

National News

Sean “Diddy” Combs is set to face trial on May 5, 2025, in Manhattan federal court for sex trafficking and racketeering conspiracy charges. 

The Social Security Administration announced a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for 2025, giving retirees and beneficiaries an average monthly increase of more than $50. 

Hurricane Milton, which made landfall as a Category 3 storm near Siesta Key, Florida, at 8:30 p.m. ET Wednesday, has resulted in at least 12 confirmed deaths, including six in St. Lucie County. That's where tornadoes touched down.