Elections Secretary of state risks omitting Biden from ballot over DNC date clash Secretary of State Wes Allen has thrown a wrench into the gears of the Democratic National Convention's scheduling. StaffApril 10, 2024
Congress Sewell introduces legislation to rename post office after civil rights leader The bill is cosponsored by every member of Alabama’s House delegation. StaffApril 10, 2024
Economy Small business optimism reaches lowest level since 2012 The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 0.9 of a point in March to 88.5. StaffApril 10, 2024
State SPLC’s Alabama State Office launches Advocacy Institute The program will guide Alabamians in advocating for and advancing issues critical to improving their communities. StaffApril 9, 2024
Elections ALGOP sets HD52 Special Election qualifying dates The qualifying window will close on Tuesday, April 16. StaffApril 9, 2024
Infrastructure ALDOT, MPOs launch review of cost-saving options for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Estimates for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project range from $2.8 to $3.5 billion. StaffApril 8, 2024
Elections Absentee voting deadlines approach for primary runoff election Election managers must receive mail-in absentee ballot applications by Tuesday, April 9. StaffApril 5, 2024
Elections Lawsuit filed to block criminalization of absentee ballot assistance The lawsuit challenges SB1 as violating the First and Fourteenth Amendments. StaffApril 5, 2024
Legislature Rep. Craig Lipscomb’s anti-squatter bill passes Alabama House HB182 increases penalties for individuals who enter a residence that is not their own. StaffApril 5, 2024
News Mayor Reed, Sec. Buttigieg discuss West Montgomery revitalization efforts They toured West Montgomery, where the city is investing a $36.6 million Neighborhood Access and Equity grant. StaffApril 5, 2024