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Heights Finance Holdings suffered a data breach when an unauthorized party accessed a third-party cloud platform containing highly sensitive personal and financial data. Potentially exposed records include Social Security numbers, bank account details, names, and addresses for customers of Heights Finance and those connected to former CURO Management brands. The company reported 734,828 affected people to Texas regulators.

Murder suspect Isabelle Johnson was arrested following a 45-day, 3-state manhunt that spanned Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. She is wanted in connection with the death of Jason Coulthart, whose body was discovered buried in a shallow grave on June 25. U.S. Marshals authorities captured Johnson after an investigation conducted by the Walton County Sheriff's Office Cyber Crimes Unit.

Alabama has been identified as one of three states planning to conduct executions. These states are scheduled to carry out the procedures using lethal injection on Thursday.

Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville previously delayed military promotions for over 10 months due to a hold placed on Department of Defense policy regarding reproductive healthcare travel expenses. The article then critiques Michigan's Abdul El-Sayed, noting his stance against Israel and advocating for an immediate arms embargo, suggesting he may challenge U.S. military support for the country.

Three inmates are scheduled for execution using lethal injection on the same day in Tennessee, Alabama, and Oklahoma.

Three men are scheduled for lethal injection in Tennessee, Alabama, and Oklahoma. The charges include killing a motel maid, the murder of a 5-year-old girl, and another homicide case. The article also discusses previous attempts at execution in Tennessee that were halted due to problems with IV lines.

Maurice Mercer won the Democratic nomination for U.S. House in a special primary election. This event took place in Alabama’s 6th Congressional District.

Republicans are picking a nominee for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District, with the aim of flipping the district. This district was redrawn following a U.S. Supreme Court decision that weakened the Voting Rights Act.

TMZ reported that Andrew Gillum has been sent back to an Alabama jail after failing a drug test at a court appearance on Thursday. Gillum was initially arrested in Alabama when officers pulled him over and found marijuana and meth in his vehicle.

A child in Daphne, Alabama, was exposed to methamphetamine after picking up a folded dollar bill found at a local business. Police confirmed the white substance as meth, but the child was medically cleared. Authorities warn against touching unknown items in public and advise immediate washing and medical consultation if concerned.

A child in Alabama was exposed to methamphetamine residue after picking up a dollar bill found at a local business. Authorities warn parents to teach children not to handle unknown items in public, as the bill was later confirmed to contain drug residue. The child was medically cleared, and police are investigating but have found no evidence of intentional harm.

A child in Daphne, Alabama, was exposed to methamphetamine after picking up a folded dollar bill found at a local business. Police confirmed the white substance on the bill tested positive for meth, but the child was medically cleared. Authorities warn against handling unknown items in public and advise immediate washing or medical attention if exposed.

Diversified Energy reported Q2 earnings of $246.9 million with net income of $3.31 per share. The company posted revenue of $811.9 million, with adjusted revenue at $503.7 million, and noted adjusted losses of 29 cents per share.

Alabama's Senate Bill 99 mandates that public schools display the Ten Commandments alongside historical documents like the Mayflower Compact and U.S. Constitution excerpts in history classrooms and common areas starting January 1, 2027. Schools are not required to fund the displays, which depend on donated materials or funds. The law allows use of donated posters or money to cover costs.

Alabama public schools will be required to display the Ten Commandments and other historical documents in history classrooms and common areas starting January 1, 2027, under Senate Bill 99. Schools are not obligated to pay for the displays, which can be funded through donations.

Alabama's Senate Bill 99 mandates public schools to display the Ten Commandments alongside historical documents like the Mayflower Compact and U.S. Constitution excerpts in history classrooms and common areas starting January 1, 2027. Schools are not required to fund the displays, which depend on donated materials or funds.

A new report found that over half of U.S. states expanded care for children, older adults, and disabled people in the past two years, but federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and Obamacare subsidies are creating budget constraints. The Century Foundation and Caring Across Generations highlighted states like California and New York for progress, while Alabama and Mississippi ranked lowest. Federal policy changes under a tax and spending measure signed by President Donald Trump have reduced funding for social services.

A new report found over half of U.S. states expanded care for children, older adults, and workers in the past two years, but face funding challenges due to federal cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and Obamacare subsidies. States like California, Oregon, and New York received top grades, while Alabama, Mississippi, and others ranked lowest. The report highlights progress in some conservative Southern states, including paid leave expansions.

The text discusses the approval of eight U.S. states for the Rural Tech Catalyst Fund (RTCF) program. These states are Alaska, Alabama, South Carolina, Louisiana, Georgia, Nebraska, Tennessee, and Connecticut. The program aims to support rural technological advancements and infrastructure development, with specific initiatives highlighted in Alaska and Louisiana. The Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTF) is also mentioned as a related initiative. Key stakeholders include Louisiana Economic Development, Louisiana Department of Health, Louisiana Innovate, and the Office of Rural Health Transformation and Sustainability.

Gas prices in 20 U.S. states rose the most in July, with Indiana experiencing the largest increase at 14%. The national average remained above $4 per gallon amid the ongoing US-Israeli war with Iran, which began in late February. Four states (Alaska, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaii) saw slight price declines.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing. Louisiana will join Alabama and Florida in examining Fauci under state law, despite his federal pardon by former President Joe Biden.

Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill announced an investigation into Dr. Anthony Fauci, former director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, following his invocation of the Fifth Amendment 111 times during a Senate hearing. Louisiana will join Alabama and Florida in examining Fauci for potential state-level offenses after finding records contradicting his claims of not recalling key details.

Dr. Anthony Fauci is facing investigations in Alabama and Florida over his role in the COVID-19 response, with officials citing state law for potential accountability. Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a Senate hearing, but state representatives argue Biden's pardon does not apply to state-level charges.

Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment right 111 times during a Senate hearing as Alabama and Florida officials announced investigations into his handling of the pandemic under state law. Sen. Tommy Tuberville argued that Biden's pardon does not shield Fauci from state-level prosecution, vowing to pursue legal action against him for alleged deaths in Alabama.

A study by Retirement Living ranks states based on affordability for retirees, considering housing costs, cost of living, and tax-friendliness. West Virginia is the most affordable, while California is the least. The study highlights regional trends, with Western and Northeast states generally less affordable due to higher housing and everyday expenses.

A study by Retirement Living ranks West Virginia as the most affordable state for retirees due to low housing costs and favorable taxes, while California is the least affordable. The ranking considers housing, cost of living, and tax-friendliness, with the top five most affordable states including Mississippi, Alabama, Oklahoma, and Arkansas. The least affordable states are concentrated in the West and Northeast, including Hawaii, Washington, Oregon, Colorado, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and New York.

A study by Retirement Living ranks West Virginia as the most affordable state for retirees due to low housing costs, while California is the least affordable. The study evaluated states based on housing, cost of living, and tax-friendliness, highlighting regional trends with Western and Northeast states facing higher expenses.

Scientists have discovered a new species of blind cavefish in an Alabama cave system. The fish, nicknamed 'demon' cavefish, was found in one of the most studied cave systems in the state.

State capitals in the U.S. were chosen based on geography, transportation links, legislative votes, and occasionally political corruption. Examples include Jackson (Mississippi's central location), Phoenix (most populous capital), and Juneau (Alaska's capital due to gold-mining industry). Many capitals shifted over time due to changes in transportation, economy, and population.

TSA officers discovered five stolen Civil War-era cannonballs in a traveler’s checked luggage at Gulf Shores International Airport in Alabama on July 18.

The recall involves GreenWise Organic Whole Blueberries and GreenWise Organic Whole Mixed Berries due to potential contamination with E. coli. The products were distributed in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. The FDA and Publix are responsible for the recall.

Stolen Civil War-era cannonballs were discovered in a passenger's suitcase during a routine security screening at Alabama's Gulf Shores International Airport. Law enforcement officials confirmed the recovery of the historical items.

Alabama plans to execute an inmate after the Supreme Court blocked a previous attempt. The lethal injection chamber at Holman Correctional Facility in Atmore, Alabama, is referenced in the context of the state's execution process.

The T.S.A. discovered five Civil War-era cannonballs in a passenger's luggage in Alabama. The inert cannonballs, some as large as a grapefruit, were found during X-ray screening of checked bags.

A woman wanted in Florida for child kidnapping was arrested in Alabama after drones and Flock cameras tracked her vehicle. The suspect, Jenay Dominique Burns, was taken into custody in Dothan, and the missing child was safely recovered.

President Donald Trump has indicated he will ask the U.S. Supreme Court to revive his lawsuit against Hillary Clinton, the Democratic National Committee, and others over claims of 2016 campaign collusion. A previous appeals court dismissed the case as frivolous and imposed sanctions, prompting Trump to request an extended deadline to seek Supreme Court review. Twelve states, including Alabama, have also pushed for expedited consideration of Trump’s mail-in voting executive order.

Redistricting in six Republican-led states has fragmented majority-Black and plurality-Black congressional districts, weakening Black voting influence. The U.S. Supreme Court's decision to weaken the Voting Rights Act enabled this shift, with Texas and Florida examples showing Black communities absorbed into majority-white areas.

Republican efforts to redraw congressional maps in the South following a Supreme Court ruling are increasing Black voter turnout and shifting counties further left. States like Louisiana, Florida, Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi are actively pursuing map changes to dilute Black political power.

A Florida player won an $800 million Mega Millions jackpot, the largest of 2026 so far, with odds of 1 in 290 million. The win ended a 38-drawing streak without a winner, marking the third jackpot in 2026, with the last win in Ohio on March 17. Mega Millions is played in 45 states plus DC and USVI, excluding Alabama, Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, and Utah.

An Alabama man was sentenced to over 20 years in federal prison for sexually exploiting a minor and possessing child pornography. The sentencing occurred in Middle Tennessee. He was arrested in Nashville in 2023.