State APLS reverses course on how to use federal funding Librarians were frustrated by the board's surprise decision in September to abandon competitive grants this year in favor of statewide initiatives. Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Congress Sewell to deliver millions in federal funding to expand maternal health services Sewell will deliver a total of $9.2 million in federal funding that she helped secure to UAB and the Bessemer Police. StaffFebruary 12, 2024
Congress Alabama Habitat for Humanity calls for action on affordable housing Here in Alabama, 1 in 8 households pay half or more of their income on housing. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
Governor Governor orders creation of task force to promote responsible use AI The Task Force will submit a report to the governor by Nov. 30, 2024. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
State New APLS appointee is a step toward agenda to move LGBTQ books Amy Dozier Minton has challenged at least 30 titles due to LGBTQ characters, and she plans to challenge more. Jacob HolmesFebruary 8, 2024
News Manufacture Alabama announces updates to board leadership The two new members include Donna Jackson from International Paper and Craig Savage of Airbus. StaffFebruary 8, 2024
Governor Ivey addresses gambling, AI, broadband and more Here’s a look at what the governor had to say. Jacob HolmesFebruary 7, 2024
Governor Ivey calls on Legislature to approve Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences The school would be a statewide, residential high school located in Demopolis. Jacob HolmesFebruary 7, 2024
Prisons Board schedules 65 parole hearings, 29 pardon hearings The board has received more scrutiny as of late due to the decreased rate of individuals receiving parole. Patrick DarringtonFebruary 7, 2024
Governor Ivey makes school voucher bill top legislative priority Ivey said passing the Creating Hope & Opportunity for Our Students’ Education Act will be her top priority. StaffFebruary 7, 2024
Courts Lawsuit filed to force AMCC commissioner to sit for discovery Central to this legal face-off is the Commission's licensing process, which has been under scrutiny for months. Bill BrittFebruary 6, 2024