Alabama colleges

Four-star California defensive back Jordan Hicks visited Alabama and said he feels he would 'fit right in' with the program, according to Alabama coverage of the trip. The comments are fueling recruiting speculation as the highly rated prospect weighs his college options, with fans closely tracking where he may land.

Business Alabama Magazine has published a spotlight on higher education in three southeastern Alabama counties: Pike, Barbour and Bullock. The piece examines the colleges, universities and workforce programmes operating in the region and their role in local economic development. No further details are available beyond the headline.

The US Senate has passed a sweeping bill covering college sports, according to reporting from Alabama Daily News. The legislation, described as far-reaching in scope, now moves forward in the legislative process. Details of the bill's specific provisions, its vote count, and how it would affect universities, athletes, and the NCAA were not provided in the available coverage.