Legislature Pre-filed bill would raise online sales tax, give new revenue to schools That online sales tax currently lags behind the total sales tax for local purchases in most municipalities. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2023
State Alabama Talent Triad officially launches, receives $1.4 million grant The Alabama Talent Triad is available to all of Alabama’s employers, students, jobseekers and employers. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2023
Governor Ivey announces latest round of appointments The appointments include filling a vacancy on the Roanoke City Council. Jacob HolmesDecember 19, 2023
Environment North Alabama residents sue over water contaminated with toxic “forever chemicals” The lawsuit is similar to others filed against companies for allowing PFAS chemicals to enter and contaminate water supplies. Jacob HolmesDecember 19, 2023
Education Right-wing media prompts Orange Beach schools to review library books At least three of the books appear to have been challenged for LGBTQ themes or messages. Jacob HolmesDecember 18, 2023
News Innovate Alabama welcomes Dr. Condoleezza Rice for State of Innovation Day Rice joined Innovate Alabama Board Chair Bill Poole for a fireside chat and a reception at the Florentine in downtown Birmingham. Jacob HolmesDecember 18, 2023
Local news Resident voices grievances as Dothan library continues reconsideration process A Dothan man expressed frustration with the library’s decision not to remove the book “Gender Queer” from its adult collection. Jacob HolmesDecember 15, 2023
State State library service launches citizen-driven “naughty list” for books The list will not be published to the public, as it is intended to serve as a resource for librarians. Jacob HolmesDecember 15, 2023
Education Valiant Cross Academy earns $1 million Yass Prize Pennsylvania billionaires Jeff and Janine Yass established the award, also called the “Pulitzer for education innovation." Jacob HolmesDecember 15, 2023
Prisons FAMM testifies about the need for independent prison oversight in Alabama A poll issued by the organization found 82 percent of respondents favor independent prison oversight. Jacob HolmesDecember 14, 2023