Congress Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits The House passed a bill expanding healthcare, housing, education and support for veterans, now heading to the Senate. Mary Claire Wooten1 day ago
News Kelly Butler, former Alabama Finance Director has passed away In June 2021, Butler retired due to complications from what was believed to be Lou Gehrig’s disease. Bill Britt1 day ago
Legislature Legislators and advocates look to address Alabama’s public transit woes Sen. Linda Coleman-Madison's bill looks to institute an additional $5 license tax and registration fee on motor vehicles to raise funds for the Alabama... Alex Jobin1 day ago
News Jackson Hospital CEO, COO step down amid financial restructuring efforts As part of the turnaround plan, the hospital is exploring the divestiture of non-core operations to refocus resources on acute care. Staff1 day ago
Economy BCA, Chamber of Commerce announce 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners The event highlighted the vital role small businesses play in the state’s economy by making up 99.4 percent of businesses in Alabama. Staff1 day ago
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation The appointment comes as the state prepares to launch the Department of Workforce in the summer of 2025, replacing the Department of Labor. Bill Britt2 days ago
Courts Federal court hears arguments for blocking third nitrogen execution The 11th Circuit affirmed a district judge's ruling from earlier this month that the execution may proceed. Mary Claire Wooten2 days ago
Congress Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal Tuberville argued that Stabenow’s proposal is partisan and fails to increase reference prices used to calculate federal subsidies by enough. Chance Phillips2 days ago
Legislature Early voting could be coming to Alabama The House will consider HB-59 during the 2025 Legislative Session, which begins in February. Alex Jobin2 days ago
Congress Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott Scott had received endorsements from Sen. Tommy Tuberville, as well as from Tucker Carlson, Robert Kennedy Jr., and Elon Musk. Wesley Walter2 days ago