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[ August 4, 2026 ] Vaccine Hesitancy Backfires as Preventable Diseases Surge Across America Health
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Professor: Why Are Our Gospel Icons Now Performing on the Las Vegas Strip?

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Lawrence Ware, THE ROOT The Clark Sisters and Fred Hammond are headed to the Las Vegas Strip as part of a new gospel music residency. And reading the coverage, you’d be forgiven if you thought ‘Da Lawd’ […]

The GOP’s biggest threat isn’t independents—it’s bad ideas like closed primaries

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

A renewed proposal could alienate conservative-leaning independents who helped Alabama Republicans build one of the nation’s strongest political coalitions. by Angelo “Doc” Mancuso “If at first you don’t succeed, try, try again.” I believe that’s […]

Decatur Renews Police Reform Contract as City Continues Push for Greater Accountability

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS The Decatur City Council has voted to extend the contract of the consultant leading reforms within the Decatur Police Department, signaling the city’s continued commitment to strengthening accountability and rebuilding public trust […]

Former Birmingham Officer Held Without Bond in Child Sex Crime Case

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A former Birmingham police officer is being held without bond after a Jefferson County judge ruled that prosecutors presented sufficient evidence to move forward with serious child sex […]

Funeral Director Accused of Trying to Steal $2 Million Estate Released on $800,000 Bond

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HOUSTON — A Texas funeral director accused of attempting to steal a deceased man’s multimillion-dollar estate has been released from jail after posting an $800,000 bond, according to authorities. Unique Green, […]

Teen Gets 100-Year Sentence in Gang-Linked Shooting That Claimed Innocent Woman’s Life

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS ANDERSON, Ind. — A 15-year-old Indiana teenager has been sentenced to 100 years in prison after being convicted in the fatal 2025 shooting of a woman who prosecutors say was not […]

Bankruptcy Filings Climb as More Families Seek a Financial Fresh Start

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Rising debt, high interest rates, and the end of pandemic-era financial assistance are pushing more Americans to seek relief through personal bankruptcy, according to new federal court data. The Administrative Office […]

Why I oppose the proposed data center in Lowndes County

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By Terri Sewell Across Alabama’s 7th Congressional District, communities are increasingly being asked to consider proposals for large-scale data centers, from Birmingham and Bessemer to Fairfield and Lowndes County. While residents of all these communities […]

Trump’s Pick to Lead CDC Clears Key Senate Vote as Questions Over Scientific Independence Persist

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has moved one step closer to confirmation, but not without raising concerns among lawmakers and public health […]

The Price of the Ride: Report Says Predatory Auto Loans Continue to Hit Black Buyers Hardest

August 4, 2026 Bouldin 0

By SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS For most Americans, owning a vehicle is a necessity—not a luxury. Nearly 92% of U.S. households depend on a personal vehicle for work, school, medical appointments, and everyday errands. But for […]