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
Elections Katie Britt as Trump’s top VP choice? Listen to the pundits The corridors of power are abuzz with talk that Britt, a rising star in the Republican Party, could be the ideal running mate. Bill BrittJanuary 22, 2024
Elections ADP shifts District 2 debates to February for televised showdown The decision to shift to a televised format underscores the heightened significance of this district. StaffJanuary 22, 2024
Elections Firefighters Association backs Daniels in CD2 race The firefighters association is supporting Anthony Daniels in the 2nd congressional district race. StaffJanuary 22, 2024
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate increases to 57.2 percent The number of people counted as employed increased by 40,194 over the year to a record high. StaffJanuary 22, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell pushes to fully restore Democrats’ expanded Child Tax Credit Committee Republicans blocked the amendment by a party-line vote of 25 to 18. StaffJanuary 22, 2024
News Opinion | It’s time we let the people decide the fate of gambling in Alabama In the upcoming legislative session, I will co-sponsor legislation to finally put an end to these organized crime rings in our state. State Rep. Andy WhittJanuary 19, 2024
State Parole grant rate rises with start of new year Recent data shows an uptick in the percentage of people being granted parole, although still far short of the board’s guidelines. Jacob HolmesJanuary 19, 2024
Elections Secretary of State Wes Allen joins amicus brief in Trump v. Anderson Allen's stance centers on the claim that actions in Colorado and Maine, which are the focal points of this case, do not align with... Bill BrittJanuary 19, 2024
Congress Alabama delegation split on government funding bill The move reflects the ongoing difficulties faced by lawmakers in reaching a consensus on a sustainable long-term funding strategy. Bill BrittJanuary 19, 2024
State League of Women Voters, ASU launch Alabama Channel internship The Alabama Channel project has been recording, archiving, and making Alabama’s legislative meeting recordings searchable. StaffJanuary 19, 2024