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 Holmes3 days ago
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey holds 5th stop on statewide broadband tour Ivey discussed high-speed internet expansion in DeKalb and Jackson Counties. StaffFebruary 5, 2024
News New eagle statue added to Lake Guntersville State Park The statue, created by artist Jenny Hendrix, showcases an American bald eagle with a fish clasped in its talons. StaffFebruary 5, 2024
News Ex-Cop alleges firing for spurning chief; Files question event sequence Her termination was the end result of several investigations, according to documents reviewed by APR. Josh MoonFebruary 2, 2024
Prisons 325 people died in custody of ADOC in 2023 There have now been more than 1,000 deaths in Alabama prisons since a 2019 DOJ investigation found Alabama's prisons unconstitutional. Patrick DarringtonFebruary 2, 2024
Party politics ALGOP agenda prioritizes school choice, fighting “woke agenda” The party's priorities include "challenging the woke socialist agenda." Jacob HolmesFebruary 2, 2024
Economy Ivey: Port of Mobile had nearly $100 billion impact on Alabama economy In addition to a statewide economic impact of $98.3 billion, the Port supports 351,359 jobs in Alabama. Jacob HolmesFebruary 2, 2024
Infrastructure ADEM providing $1.3 million to St. Clair County for innovative road project ADEM will reimburse the county for $1,355,342 of the cost of repaving 2.9 miles of the road. StaffFebruary 2, 2024
Congress Sewell introduces resolution recognizing Feb. 4 as World Cancer Day It is estimated that 1 in 5 people will develop cancer during their lifetime across the globe. StaffFebruary 2, 2024
Economy Alabama Workforce Council releases annual report It outlines policy recommendations to further solidify Alabama as a leader in workforce development. StaffFebruary 2, 2024
Elections Secretary of State Wes Allen launches Heroes at the Polls initiative Heroes at the Polls encourages veterans to request to be appointed as a poll worker. StaffFebruary 2, 2024