2024 – Page 28

Hollywood Mourns Legends: Quincy Jones, Tony Todd, and David Harris Pass Away in November 2024

November 13, 2024 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS In November 2024, the entertainment world mourned the loss of several notable Black celebrities. Quincy Jones, the legendary music producer and cultural icon, died on November 3, 2024, at age 91. Known […]

Alabama Sees Lowest Voter Turnout Percentage for Presidential Election Since 1988

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Mike Cason Voter turnout in Alabama for Tuesday‘s general election was the lowest percentage in the state during any presidential election year since 1988 Turnout was 58.52%, according to Secretary of State Wes Allen’s […]

Teen killed in Tuskegee University homecoming shooting died saving girl’s life, family says: ‘He’s a hero’

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

By Leada Gore The parents of a teen killed in the weekend mass shooting at Tuskegee University said their son died a hero. La’Tavion Johnson, 18, died in a hail of gunfire early Sunday that […]

Katie Britt vows to work with Trump on Space Command, protecting Vulcan Materials in Mexico

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Alabama U.S. Sen. Katie Britt outlined her priorities for working with President-elect Donald Trump and a new Senate majority, including two specific to Alabama – moving the headquarters of the Space Command […]

Man arrested in Tuskegee shooting admits firing gun with Glock switch, denies shooting anyone

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

The Associated Press A Montgomery man arrested following the mass shooting at Tuskegee University initially denied firing his weapon, but later told federal investigators he did fire his gun but did not shoot anyone, according […]

Huntsville Moves Forward with Demolition of Old City Hall and Plans for Major Urban Revitalization

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS Huntsville is moving forward with plans to demolish its former City Hall, with a price tag that’s coming in much lower than anticipated. The City Council has awarded a $1.2 million […]

Port of Huntsville Reports Record Year, Fueled by Air Traffic, Intermodal Cargo Growth

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

SPEAKIN’ OUT NEWS HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Nov. 11, 2024) — The Port of Huntsville had its most profitable year to date, driven by record passenger air traffic and growth in intermodal cargo volume, according to its […]

AAMU First HBCU to Host South’s BEST Robotics Championship

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

Alabama A&M University will serve as the new host for the South’s BEST Robotics Championship on December 13-14, 2024, marking the first time an HBCU has hosted the prestigious event. The South’s BEST Robotics program, which stands […]

AAMU Launches First-Ever North Alabama Ag Expo

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

The first North Alabama Ag Expo took place on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Alabama A&M University’s Agribition Center. Drawing an audience of approximately 800 people, the event was made possible through support from statewide partners and […]

Basketball Doubleheader to Feature First-Ever AAMU Home Game Versus SEC Opponent

November 12, 2024 Bouldin 0

The Alabama A&M women’s basketball team is set to open regular season action as they welcome Southeastern Conference (SEC) opponent, No. 24 Alabama on Thursday. The game will make history, as it is the first […]