Alabama has a long, rich history in the music world, distinguished by stars who earned fame in country, jazz, rock, blues, gospel and more. People from the state aren’t finished, of course, and several mega-talented artists continue to receive acclaim — and make Alabama proud — with their music.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Breastfeeding women in Alabama will be excused from jury duty, the state’s highest court ordered unanimously on Friday, in response to public outcry from a mother who said that she was threatened with child protective services for bringing her nursing infant into court.

People who seek beauty will certainly find it in Alabama, via charming towns, inviting parks, lovely college campuses, stunning old theaters, gorgeous gardens and more. Now the state is drawing more attention as a delightful spot,

Multiple officers with the Birmingham Police Department are gathered in the 600 block of 26th Street SW Friday night.

The city of Birmingham will pay almost $750,000 to settle a federal civil rights lawsuit against an officer who fatally shot one person and injured another in 2019.

A rapidly expanding national fitness brand is planning at least six health clubs for the Birmingham area, with the first one to open later this year in McCalla.

Alabama is also the state that tried to derail my grasp on the English language. While living in Birmingham, I heard phrases like: It came a frog strangler (It’s going to rain), over yonder (Over there), bless your heart (Can be used as an insult or a way to show empathy).

Before Friday’s decision, there were laws in the Alabama excusing prospective jurors because of certain health concerns, but breast feeding wasn’t included.

Snow fell across North Alabama on Jan. 10, 2025. How much snow fell?

Central Alabama Pride, Magic City Acceptance Center and Thank You Books will host a discussion and book signing with award-winning journalist Nico Lang in February.

Beloved chicken franchise Raising Canes could be coming to The Magic City. Where do you think the first location should go? #raisingcanes #onelove #onedream jd

Currently, COVID-19, flu, and RSV cases account for about eighty percent of emergency room visits, with flu cases being the highest. However, COVID-19 cases have also been increasing in recent weeks. Dr. Stubblefield notes that certain age groups are more susceptible to these illnesses.