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Apr 10 2026EDUCATION

Top Health Program in the US Hails from Alabama

Alabama now hosts the nation’s leading healthcare management graduate program, based on a respected annual review. The University of Alabama at Birmingham’s health administration master’s degree stands at number one among 101 similar programs across the country. This ranking doesn’t just highlight a

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Apr 07 2026WEATHER

New Alabama tornadoes confirmed from March storms

Alabama just added four more tornadoes to its March storm records, all weak but still worth tracking. These weren’t the dramatic twisters you see in movies—they were all rated EF0, meaning their winds barely reached 85 mph. All four touched down in Mobile County early on March 12, leaving no injurie

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Mar 31 2026HEALTH

Hospital Prices in Alabama: Are They Really Transparent?

Alabama hospitals face a growing push to show how much they charge patients. The federal government has set rules, but it is unclear if all hospitals follow them. Researchers examined 124 Alabama hospitals listed on the state’s health website. They removed psychiatric and VA centers, leaving 106 ho

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Mar 03 2026WEATHER

Alabama’s Spring Heat Wave: What to Expect This Week

Alabama is gearing up for a hot spring surge that could push temperatures well above normal. The week’s forecast shows highs 15‑20 degrees hotter than the March average, with Friday and Saturday likely to see the most intense heat. Mid‑80s temperatures are possible in many spots, and some area

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Feb 18 2026POLITICS

Alabama's New Bill: Business Over Environment?

Alabama's state representatives have given the green light to a bill that puts a big limit on how the state can make rules to protect the environment. This bill, called SB 71, says that state agencies can't make environmental rules that are stricter than what the federal government says. It passed w

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Jan 04 2026SPORTS

Alabama's Hot Shots Sink Kentucky in SEC Opener

Alabama's basketball team showed off their sharp-shooting skills in their first SEC game of the season. They made an impressive 15 three-pointers, with Aden Holloway leading the way. He scored a career-high 26 points, while Labaron Philon Jr. added 17 points. Together, they helped Alabama beat Kentu

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Jan 03 2026CRIME

Birmingham's New Year's Eve: Fewer Shots, More Safety

Birmingham saw a big drop in gunfire during New Year's Eve celebrations in 2026. The city's gunfire detection system, Shot Spotter, picked up 4, 688 rounds in 597 incidents. That's a lot less than the 6, 270 rounds in 948 incidents from 2024 and way less than the 11, 728 rounds in 1, 531 incidents b

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Jan 02 2026WEATHER

Alabama Braces for Stormy Saturday

Alabama is in for a wild weather ride this weekend. A cold front is on its way, and it's bringing some stormy surprises. The National Weather Service says that Saturday is the day to watch out for. The strongest storms are expected to hit east of Interstate 65, starting early in the morning and last

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Dec 30 2025CELEBRITIES

Travis Barker's Holiday Gift Sparks Debate

Alabama Barker, the 20-year-old daughter of Blink-182 drummer Travis Barker, recently shared a video showcasing her holiday gifts. Among the presents were several pieces of lingerie from the luxury brand Agent Provocateur. Alabama mentioned that her stepmom, Kourtney Kardashian Barker, helped pick o

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Dec 16 2025WEATHER

Alabama's Christmas Weather: Warm and Dry?

Alabama might be in for a toasty Christmas this year. The National Weather Service and NOAA's Climate Prediction Center are both hinting at higher-than-usual temperatures for the holiday. The chances of this happening are quite high, especially in the western parts of the state. Normally, December

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