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
Economy Lt. Governor’s workforce commission recommends “historic, transformative” changes The plans include creating a new cabinet position to address the state's workforce development needs. StaffJanuary 24, 2024
State Southern Research opens new Station 41 biotech incubator for startups The incubator provides wet lab space and office space, shared lab equipment and services to support biotech startup growth. StaffJanuary 24, 2024
Governor Ivey joins school choice rally at State Capitol Ivey had previously announced her intent to support legislation that would create Education Savings Accounts. Jacob HolmesJanuary 23, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama in the middle of the pack on EV-to-charger ratio There are 14,883 EVs on the road in Alabama and 822 publicly available charging outlets. Jacob HolmesJanuary 23, 2024
Economy Ainsworth, Reed, BCA president and legislators to talk Workforce Transformation Plan The bipartisan commission is now preparing legislation to transform the state’s workforce initiatives. StaffJanuary 23, 2024
Economy Realtors release December Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report Mortgage rates, which are considered among the most important factors in real estate sales, have decreased by more than a percentage point. StaffJanuary 23, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell to announce major funding to combat school violence Sewell will announce a $1 million Department of Justice grant that she helped secure for the Birmingham Board of Education. StaffJanuary 23, 2024
Environment YouTube personality showcases bountiful Black Belt hunting Arrington showcases hunting, fishing and other outdoor activities with his family to more than 3.3 million subscribers. StaffJanuary 23, 2024
News Partnership to bring accelerator programs to Tuscaloosa It's a first-of-its-kind, hydrologic innovation-focused accelerator and pre-accelerator program. StaffJanuary 23, 2024
Elections RFK Jr. to speak at University of Alabama According to a press release, Kennedy plans to address the pervasive student loan debt crisis and the elusive American Dream. StaffJanuary 23, 2024