Alabama High School Seniors Can Apply to Colleges for Free Feb. 23-27
More than 50 colleges and universities in Alabama and surrounding states are waiving application fees for a week-long campaign.
Children of Late Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Honor His Legacy
Jesse Jackson's Children Honor His Civil Rights Legacy
Crime
Officer-Involved Shooting Shakes Quiet Montgomery Neighborhood
Suspect killed, ALEA agent wounded in Dannelly Pines incident

Reward Offered in Montgomery Shooting Death of 57-Year-Old Man
Authorities seek public's help in ongoing investigation into deadly incident.
Montgomery Robbery Suspect Killed in Shootout, ALEA Agent Injured
Authorities say the suspect exchanged gunfire with law enforcement before being pronounced dead at the scene.
Sports
Montgomery Academy's secret star leads title defense
Sophomore Mason Ellis emerges as key player for private school powerhouse.

Erlanger Park Sells Out Reserved Seats for Lookouts' Opening Day
Chattanooga's new baseball stadium announces full promotional schedule for Opening Week.
Montgomery Area High School Sports Top Performers Announced
Six local teams advance to Elite 8 round of AHSAA regional tournaments
Politics
Capitol Journal Recaps Alabama Politics and Government
Weekly news program covers new Farm Bill, Camp Safety bill, and police department legislation.

SCOTUS Rules Trump's Tariffs Unconstitutional, Impact on Alabama Uncertain
The 6-3 decision was a major rebuke of Trump's economic agenda, though he plans to implement a new 10% global tariff.
Alabama Lawmakers Seek to Limit State Environmental Regulations
Bill would prevent state from setting rules stricter than federal standards unless 'manifest bodily harm' is proven
Lifestyle
Alabama Launches Free College Application Week
High school students can apply to colleges without fees from February 24-28.

Alabama Rolls Out Chipped EBT Cards Statewide
New cards offer enhanced security features for SNAP benefit recipients
Alabama Lawmakers Propose Camp Safety Act After Tragic Flooding
The proposed legislation aims to prevent future incidents like the death of 8-year-old Sarah Marsh at Camp Mystic.
Business
Madison Drops Lawsuit Against State Over Online Tax
City leaders seek legislative solution to SSUT revenue distribution issues

Blue Cross Defends Reimbursement Rates for Jackson Hospital
Insurer says it has worked to support the struggling hospital despite revenue growth.
The Rise and Fall of Lehman Brothers Chronicled in 'Lehman Trilogy'
San Jose Stage Company production explores how a financial giant could suddenly crater