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Hyundai Ioniq 9 Impresses As The Best Affordable & Roomy 3-Row Electric SUV In The US

Sign up for CleanTechnica's Weekly Substack for Zach and Scott's in-depth analyses and high level summaries, sign up for our daily newsletter, and/or follow us on Google News! Last Updated on: 19th May 2025, 12:49 pm The Hyundai Ioniq 9 offers …

Etowah County Voters Head to the Polls for Crucial School Tax Renewal Referendum

Etowah County Voters Head to the Polls for Crucial School Tax Renewal Referendum Etowah County, AL — May 20, 2025 Voters across Etowah County are heading to the polls today to cast their ballots in a Special School Tax Referendum that will determine the …

Decision 2026: Alabama primary election 1 year away

Democrat candidate for Clay County Commission pleads guilty to felony voter fraud charge

A Democrat candidate for Clay County Commission in 2024 pleaded guilty to one voter fraud charge on Wednesday. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced in July the arrest of Terry Andrew Heflin, the Democrat candidate for District 5 of the Clay …

Alabama to appeal federal panel’s ruling that rejected congressional redistricting map

Attorneys representing the state of Alabama will appeal a three-judge federal panel ruling on May 8 that found the congressional redistricting map passed by Alabama Republican lawmakers in 2023 violated the Voting Rights Act. A spokesman for Alabama …

Where is Cornelius Bennett, the legendary & dominant Alabama All-American linebacker, now?

It’s been nearly 40 years since Cornelius Bennett had a front-row seat for one of the greatest plays — and games — in Iron Bowl history. Bennett was a junior and an All-America linebacker at Alabama in 1985, when the Crimson Tide beat Auburn 25-23 at …

Ex-Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms enters Georgia governor race in test for Dems

Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is launching her campaign to be governor of Georgia in a race that may provide an early sign of whether Democrats have momentum in a pivotal swing state. Bottoms, who served in the Biden administration after she …

Election 2026, FBI jobs, weather warning: Down in Alabama

Politics can’t wait In Alabama, it’s officially the Election 2026 season, at least by one important criteria. That criteria being -- reports AL.com’s Mike Cason -- that candidates were able to begin raising campaign money on Monday. Yesterday was exactly …

Oppositional Alabama Hemp Restriction Bill Signed into Law by Governor

On Wednesday, May 14, 2025, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey, signed into law a hemp restrictions bill that has received much opposition from the hemp industry (1). The bill is known as HB 445 and will implement new requirements for testing and labeling hemp …

Alabama Power restores electricity to 97% of storm-affected customers

Alabama Power, along with 650 additional line crews and storm resources, has restored power to more than 97% of customers affected by this weekend's severe weather. The company announced that all customers capable of receiving power are expected to …

Alabama’s landmark 2026 election season kicks off today: These are the races to watch

Candidates for state offices in Alabama can officially begin raising campaign funds on Monday, one year before the May 19, 2026 primary. All of the largest state offices are on the ballot, including governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general, as …

Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay Mitchell resigns to run for AG

MONTGOMERY, Ala. — After serving six years on the the state’s top bench, Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay Mitchell submitted his letter of resignation Monday to Gov. Kay Ivey to launch a bid for attorney general in 2026. “Serving on the Supreme …

Nine 16-Inch Guns Roar: The Firepower of U.S. Navy Battleship USS Alabama

Key Points – The USS Alabama (BB-60), a South Dakota-class fast battleship commissioned in 1942, played a significant role in World War II. -Initially tasked with escorting Allied convoys to the Soviet Union, it transferred to the Pacific theater in 1943. …

Alabama Bans Most Vape From C-Stores

Alabama delivered a blow to convenience store tobacco sets on May 14. The Governor signed HB8, which, among many provisions, allows most e-cigarette products to only be sold at specialty stores, according to NATO News. These are defined as having 50% of …

Lion Electric Finds New Investors, Li-Cycle Heads Toward Bankruptcy Protection

One iconic Canadian clean energy upstart got a new cash infusion last week while another one slid closer to bankruptcy, as St. Jérôme, Quebec-based Lion Electric announced it had lined up new investors while Toronto-based Li-Cycle Holdings began …

Yes, Foreign Nationals Register to Vote in American Elections

Democrats have long dismissed concerns about noncitizen voting, insisting that because it’s already illegal, it doesn’t deserve lawmakers’ attention. However, two recent developments—a federal case in Florida and reports from the Department of Government …

Jay Mitchell resigns from Alabama Supreme Court; AG announcement expected soon

Alabama Supreme Court Associate Justice Jay Mitchell resigned from the court on Monday. According to Mitchell's resignation letter, obtained by 1819 News, he notified Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday that he was resigning from the court, citing a calling to …

One year out: 2026 Alabama primary elections set for May 19, 2026

After legislation changing the primary date passed and was signed into law, the 2026 primaries are now one year away — May 19, 2026. As set by law, fundraising for state offices has now begun. Next year will be an unusual election year in Alabama because …

New laws expanding police immunity, electronic monitoring of delinquent juveniles

Gov. Kay Ivey on Thursday (May 15) signed the last two of three remaining bills in her anti-crime bill package, House Bills 202 and 199, which expand police immunity and the ability to electronically monitor delinquent juveniles, respectively. “With HB202 …

50th Black April Memorial Commemoration In Washington, D.C.

Vietnamese Americans honor 50th Black April at Lincoln Memorial, pledging to remember, resist tyranny, and fight for a free, democratic Vietnam. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On April 30, 2025, Vietnamese …

Newsmatics Empowers Masaryk University Students with Cutting-Edge News Data Tools

Newsmatics engaged with students at Faculty Day, highlighting how AI and data science are reshaping the media industry WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Newsmatics’ innovative products took center stage for …

The Haven Detox - Arizona Bridges the Gap for Medicaid Patients Facing Long Waits for Mental Health & Addiction Care

New Green Valley facility offers full-service detox, inpatient mental health care, and luxury amenities to Medicaid patients facing critical waitlists. TUCSON, AZ, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new mental health and …

Diplomacy is Down for the Count - Zone·ify, TNA Wrestling & Block Communications bring The Border Brawl at Niagara Falls

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It’s a tariff negotiation unlike any other - On Sunday, May 25th, stand by for “The Border Brawl,” a Canada vs. USA wrestling event being held at Niagara Falls. It’s a live, …

New Book 'Tackling Toxicity - A Skill-Based Guide to Tackling Toxicity' wins award and author Mauricio available

Tackling Toxicity - wins International Impact Book Award, getting rave reviews and author available for comment HERNDON, VA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "Tackling Toxicity - A Skill-Based Guide to Addressing Toxicity…

'THIS MUST STOP' - Awareity, CEO, Rick Shaw, Discusses A Solution For The Tragic, Seemingly-Unending, School Shootings

‘Pre-Incident Indicators’, which are most always available, have resulted in successful life-saving projects in OK, NE, TX, AZ, CT and in other states. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SecuritySolutionsWatch.com …

Techno-Thriller 'Whisper Breach' Launches on Amazon Prime Video, Tackling AI Ethics and Human Ambition

Debut indie film by Craig Cockerill explores agentic AI in a timely cultural moment, following strong reception at Malibu Film Society premiere CALABASAS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The new techno-thriller " …

Texas 2036 Offers New Lens on Where the 1M Texas Children Without Health Coverage Are Located

Texas 2036 maps where nearly 1M uninsured Texas children live, and reveals most are already eligible for coverage through Medicaid, CHIP or ACA plans. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Texas has the highest number of …

Alona Lebedieva: Europe Needs Resolve, Not the Illusion of Unity

KYIV, UKRAINE, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Brussels, President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola delivered a key speech at the “Europe at the Crossroads” forum, calling for a “reset of Europe as a global power.” Metsola …

'Khayyami Legacy' Forthcoming Soon: Book 12 of His Series Includes His Collected Works Culminating in His Autobiography

The last of the 12-Book Khayyam series includes all his works, gists of the series' findings, and forewords by Winston E. Langley and Jafar Aghayani Chavoshi. GREATER BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OKCIR'S …

2 Homes on .70± Acre N. King St. Double Lot in Downtown Leesburg, VA set for Auction Announces Nicholls Auction Mktg

3BR/1BA Home & 3BR/2BA Home on .7± Acre N. King St. Double Lot in Historic Downtown Leesburg, VA selling to the highest bidder announces Nicholls Auction Mktg. FREDERICKSBURG, VA, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

FEDCON Releases Analysis to Demystify New GSA Guidelines for Public Understanding

FEDCON has released an objective breakdown of the new GSA Guidelines to assist prospective and existing federal contractors. TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The online resource FEDCON (FederalGovernment.info) …

Rick Shaw, Founder, Awareity, Talks About A Solution For Tragic, Seemingly-Unending, School Shootings, "THIS MUST STOP"

Awareity’s solution, successful in OK, NE, TX, AZ, CT and others, equips communities to use almost always available “Pre-Incident Indicators” and Resources. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 20, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- About Awareity We …

Hearing Wrap Up: Action Needed to Prevent Covert Surveillance in Private Spaces

WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Government Innovation today held a hearing on “Breach of Trust: Surveillance in Private Spaces.” At the hearing, members examined the growing availability and sophistication of …

Hearing Wrap Up: IRA Threatens American Energy and Medicine

WASHINGTON—The Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs and the Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services today held a joint hearing on “Mandates, Meddling, and Mismanagement: The IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine.” …

Luna Opens Second Hearing on the JFK Assassination Files

WASHINGTON—Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets Chairwoman Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) delivered opening remarks at today’s hearing on “The JFK Files: Assessing Over 60 Years of the Federal Government’s Obstruction, Obfuscation, and …

Grothman Opens Hearing on the IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Health Care and Financial Services Chairman Glenn Grothman (R-Wis.) delivered opening remarks at today’s hearing on “Mandates, Meddling, and Mismanagement: The IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine.” In his remarks, Subcommittee …

Burlison Opens Hearing on the IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) delivered opening remarks at today’s hearing on “Mandates, Meddling, and Mismanagement: The IRA’s Threat to Energy and Medicine.” In his …

Old South Meeting House Study Report

The Boston Landmarks Commission has posted a study report on the proposed designation of the Old South Meeting House in Downtown Boston as a Landmark under Chapter 772 of the Acts of 1975, as amended. The Old South Meeting House is nationally significant …

19 Kenton Road Study Report

The Boston Landmarks Commission has posted a study report on the proposed designation of 19 Kenton Road in Jamaica Plain as a Landmark under Chapter 772 of the Acts of 1975, as amended. 19 Kenton Road was built on land belonging to prominent Boston …