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 Wooten4 hours 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 Britt4 hours 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. Staff4 hours 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. Staff4 hours 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 Britt22 hours 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 Wooten1 day 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 Phillips1 day 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 Walter1 day ago
Congress Shomari Figures announces transition advisory council The bipartisan group of advisors collectively represent a variety of sectors. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
Health New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals More than half of Alabama’s 52 rural hospitals are at risk of closure, Staff1 day ago