Infrastructure Professionals preparing Alabama for surge in electric vehicles Professionals in the electric vehicle industry gathered in Birmingham as the number of electric vehicles on the roadway is expected to greatly increase. Jacob HolmesSeptember 23, 2022
Elections Candidates speak to Alabama public retirees Eight candidates shared their platforms, including candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, secretary of state and more. Jacob HolmesSeptember 22, 2022
Governor Ivey discusses priorities with Montgomery Kiwanians Ivey emphasized closing the gap between Alabama's graduation rate and its college and career ready rate. Jacob HolmesSeptember 21, 2022
Prisons Alabama groups call for transparency in executions, oppose nitrogen hypoxia The groups are calling for transparency in response to the delayed execution of Joe James Jr. in July, in which witnesses were kept outside... Jacob HolmesSeptember 21, 2022
Education Alabama superintendent: “Don’t Say Gay” enforcement starts at local school boards At this time, superintendent Eric Mackey said he is not aware of any teachers who have been reported to the state board. Jacob HolmesSeptember 19, 2022
Elections SPLC Action Fund endorses Donald, Bell Moshae Donald is the Democratic nominee for Mobile district attorney. Ashley Bell is the Democratic nominee for a district judgeship in Shelby County. Jacob HolmesSeptember 19, 2022
Legislature Bill banning “divisive concepts” expected to return in upcoming session The bill will likely look very similar to the previous language, which fell just short of being considered by the full Senate at the... Jacob HolmesSeptember 16, 2022
Legislature Legislators Ledbetter, Orr call for excess funds to go toward tax rebate The money would come from the Education trust Fund, which currently has a $700 million surplus. Jacob HolmesSeptember 16, 2022
Elections YWCA survey shows cost of living, gun violence among women’s top concerns Abortion access was also a key concern particularly for young women and women of color. Jacob HolmesSeptember 16, 2022
Elections Grassroots organization hopes to reach infrequent Black voters through the church The goal is to create a minimum of 300 social and civic action ministries across Alabama by 2026. Jacob HolmesSeptember 14, 2022