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Witness Stops Fleeing Driver After Alabama Hit-And-Run
When a driver rear-ended a family and tried to flee in Huntsville, Alabama, one witness refused to let him escape. He chased down the driver on foot and held him until police arrived.
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Nick Saban Building Alabama STEM Campus for Kids in 2027
The legendary football coach who built a dynasty at Alabama is now building something bigger: a groundbreaking learning center that will give thousands of kids access to world-class STEM education, arts programs, and hands-on discovery experiences. The Saban Center opens in 2027, built entirely with Alabama materials for Alabama's future.
Alabama Hits Record $14.6B in New Business Investment
Alabama shattered its economic development records in 2025 with over $14.6 billion in new business investments and nearly 10,000 jobs headed to communities across the state. The historic growth signals a major economic transformation touching every corner of Alabama.
Alabama School Earns Perfect Score Second Year Running
A Mobile school celebrated its second straight perfect score on Alabama's state report card with a parade full of music, cheers, and pride. The achievement shows what's possible when teachers, students, and community work together.
Alabama Shatters Record With $14.6B Economic Boom
Alabama just logged its biggest economic growth year ever, attracting nearly $15 billion in business investments that will create thousands of jobs across the state. From pharmaceutical giants to advanced manufacturing, companies are betting big on Alabama's future.
Alabama Sees Record $14.6B in Economic Growth for 2025
Alabama just wrapped its biggest economic development year in history, attracting $14.6 billion in new investments and nearly 10,000 job commitments across the state. The momentum marks a major win for communities from rural counties to major cities, with world-class companies choosing Alabama as their home.
Alabama Program Brings AI and Tech Training to HBCU Students
Students at Oakwood University got hands-on training in artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship through a statewide program designed to connect HBCU students with tech careers. The free Innovation Power Hour event brought industry leaders directly to campus in Huntsville.
Driver Saves Elderly Man From Huntsville Creek
A utility worker's split-second decision to turn around and check on a stranger saved a life at Big Spring Park. John Roberts pulled an elderly man from chest-deep water after spotting him fall into the creek.
14 Cavers Rescued From Alabama Floods, All Safe
When flash floods trapped 14 people in two Alabama caves during heavy storms, specialized rescue teams crossed dangerous waters to bring every single person home safely. Not one injury was reported in either rescue.
Alabama Softball Crushes Florida, Reaches 10th SEC Final
The Alabama Crimson Tide dominated top-seeded Florida 9-1 in just five innings, advancing to their 10th SEC Tournament Championship game. With the win, Alabama made history by earning more SEC Tournament victories than any other school.
Alabama Army Depot Gets $949M for Major Upgrades
The Anniston Army Depot in Alabama is receiving nearly $1 billion in federal funding for critical infrastructure projects that will modernize the facility and secure its future. The investment represents one of the largest upgrades to the depot in years.
Walker County, Alabama Hits 2.2% Unemployment Rate
Walker County, Alabama now has one of the state's lowest unemployment rates at just 2.2%, down from 2.6% the previous month and significantly better than the 3.2% rate from a year earlier. The good news reflects Alabama's broader economic momentum, with record employment numbers and rising wages across key sectors.
Alabama Awards $312K to 104 Student-Athletes
More than 100 Alabama high school seniors just earned scholarships for excelling both on the field and in the classroom. The Bryant-Jordan program is handing out $312,000 to students who prove that dedication pays off.
Alabama Breaks Record with $14.6B Investment Boom
Alabama just shattered its economic development record, bringing in $14.6 billion in capital investment through strategic focus on jobs and growth. The milestone signals major momentum for the state's working families and future opportunities. ---
Alabama Leads Nation in Post-Pandemic Student Recovery
Alabama has become the national leader in helping students catch up after pandemic learning losses, posting the strongest math recovery gains in America. The state's focus on reading mastery, attendance, and accountability is now being called a model for the rest of the country.
Alabama's Fortified Roofs Cut Hurricane Damage by 56%
After hurricanes devastated Alabama in 2005, the state launched a program to strengthen 53,000 homes with better roofs at no cost to homeowners. When Hurricane Sally hit in 2020, those fortified roofs proved their worth with dramatically reduced damage.
Alabama Soars from 52nd to 32nd in Student Math Scores
Alabama has jumped 20 spots in national fourth grade math rankings in less than a decade, leading the nation in math recovery while graduation rates hit 92%. Teachers, lawmakers, and school staff across the state worked together to create one of education's biggest turnaround stories.
Alabama Names First Black Utility Commissioners in 145 Years
After nearly a century and a half, Alabama's Public Service Commission will welcome its first two Black commissioners in January 2027. The historic appointments mark a turning point for a state agency once led by Confederate officers.
Alabama High Schoolers Design Tiny Homes in Energy Hackathon
High school sophomores across Alabama just competed to design energy-efficient tiny homes, winning thousands in prizes while solving real-world challenges. The inaugural Grid Games Energy Hackathon brought STEM learning to life for students considering careers in the energy sector.
Alabama Wharf Awards $10K Scholarship for Sixth Year
A coastal entertainment destination in Alabama is opening applications for its annual $10,000 scholarship, marking six years of investing in local students. The program has already helped launch the college careers of dozens of Baldwin County high school seniors.
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