Environment Drought assessment committee discusses end of year climate data Each area of the state was reported as abnormally dry, while north and southwest Alabama faced severe or extreme drought. Wesley WalterDecember 13, 2024
Health PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead The health provider warned of a funding crisis and a potential $228M reserve loss by 2027 amid rising medical costs. Wesley WalterDecember 4, 2024
Congress Rep. Jerry Carl talks Farm Bill, “head-spinner” return for Trump Carl will leave office with the end of the 2024 session after losing his re-election bid. Wesley WalterNovember 27, 2024
Legislature Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception. Wesley WalterNovember 22, 2024
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 WalterNovember 19, 2024
Legislature Police bodycam transparency bill pre-filed for 2025 House Bill 10 would require the release of law enforcement body or dashboard camera footage. Wesley WalterNovember 13, 2024
Legislature Bills to ban bump stocks, Glock switches pre-filed for 2025 The bill would make possession of a bump stock in a Class 1 municipality a Class C Felony. Wesley WalterNovember 6, 2024
Education Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training Senate Bill 8 would establish a certification for completing coursework centered around promoting pride in the United States. Wesley WalterNovember 1, 2024
Local news Birmingham City Council OKs possible Kia, Hyundai lawsuits The move is in response to security flaws seen in certain Hyundai and Kia models manufactured from 2011 to 2022. Wesley WalterOctober 25, 2024
Legislature Will Barfoot claims anti-DEI law protects against discrimination The legislation prohibits publicly funded institutions from maintaining Diversity Equity and Inclusion offices or programs. Wesley WalterOctober 17, 2024