National Sewell leads letter to Mexico demanding remedy to treatment of Vulcan Materials Last week marked two years since the Mexican government illegally invaded and shut down Vulcan’s Punta Venado deep-water port. Staff20 hours ago
Health Diversicare of Montgomery celebrates National Skilled Nursing Care Week National Skilled Nursing Care week is May 12 through May 18. Staff20 hours ago
Legislature Ivey signs bill banning ranked-choice voting into law The law gets ahead of a trending method of electing public officials that skews toward more moderate candidates. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
News Prattville Library board intends to settle fired director’s lawsuit The board has denied violating the Open Meetings Act in its meeting to terminate Foster's employment. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Economy Union election at Mercedes in Tuscaloosa County begins today After a four month organizing drive, Mercedes workers will vote this week on whether to join the UAW. Chance Phillips2 days ago
Infrastructure ALDOT’s purchase of Foley Beach Express Bridge will be finalized on May 23 Under the Alabama Department of Transportation's ownership, the Foley Beach Express Bridge will be toll-free. Chance Phillips2 days ago
Legislature Medical Association applauds bill to enhance school cardiac emergency preparedness The proposal, House Bill 290, requires K-12 schools to have a cardiac emergency response plan. Staff2 days ago
Economy Nick Saban denies UAW endorsement in Alabama union vote controversy Ads suggested that Saban supported the UAW’s efforts to unionize the facility. Staff2 days ago
Legislature Lawmakers pass $9.3 billion education budget The budget includes a pay raise for teachers as well as an increased starting salary to make the state more competitive in recruiting educators. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Legislature Gov. Ivey expresses doubts on possibility of a special session for gambling Despite concerted efforts to rally support for the bill, the lack of consensus among lawmakers proved insurmountable. Bill Britt5 days ago