HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Starting March 1, 2025, Huntsville will enforce a stricter vehicle noise ordinance aimed at curbing excessive noise on public roads and parking lots. The new rules introduce fines for offenders, ranging from $50 for a first violation to $500 and possible jail time for repeat offenses within a year. The ordinance sets…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A controversial bill introduced in the Alabama Legislature aims to allow pharmacists to dispense ivermectin without requiring a prescription. House Bill 278, sponsored by Rep. Philip Rigsby, would permit pharmacists to provide the medication under a standing order from a licensed healthcare provider, bypassing the need for individual prescriptions. The bill is…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A new bill introduced in the Alabama Legislature seeks to crack down on aggressive driving by imposing severe penalties, including up to one year in jail for offenders. Senate Bill 172, sponsored by Sen. Keith Kelley, defines aggressive driving as operating a vehicle with the intent to harass, intimidate, or obstruct others…

BLOUNT COUNTY, Ala. — Six men were arrested in Blount County following a human trafficking sting targeting individuals attempting to exploit minors. The arrests were part of an ongoing effort by law enforcement to combat child exploitation and human trafficking in Alabama. The operation, conducted by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office and other agencies, led…

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama’s housing market faced a sharp downturn in 2024, with home sales plummeting by 18% compared to the previous year, according to the Alabama Association of Realtors. The state recorded just 62,539 home sales, a stark drop from 76,258 in 2023, marking one of the most challenging years for the market in…

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — About 250 Huntsville Utilities customers were hit with an unexpected $100 surcharge on their electricity bills this month after an executive order from President Donald Trump froze federal funding meant to assist low-income households with energy costs. The funding, part of a $1 million allocation under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act…