Courts Federal court considering ending state’s racial quota on real estate board The ruling in the case could impact up to 20 state boards that require minority representation by statute. Jacob Holmes13 hours ago
News Ozark-Dale library defines “sexually explicit,” “harmful to minors” ahead of APLS code The state code changes must clear a few more procedural hurdles before being binding on libraries. Jacob HolmesJune 14, 2024
Congress Tuberville pledges to stall Biden nominations, citing “lawfare” GOP senators, joined by Tuberville, block Biden nominations who supported Trump's indictment. Mary Claire WootenJune 14, 2024
Economy Birmingham Mayor Woodfin agrees to federal “Good Jobs Principles” Alongside acting Secretary of Labor Su, Birmingham Mayor Woodfin announced his support for the Department of Labor’s Good Jobs Principles. Chance PhillipsJune 14, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell condemns GOP attacks on diversity, inclusion in defense bill A Republican amendment would eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion offices at the Department of Defense and all associated personnel. StaffJune 14, 2024
State APLS public comments fairly split, mostly form letters The Alabama Public Library Service received at least 4,300 letters in support or opposition to proposed code changes. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2024
Infrastructure ADEM allocated over $1 billion in federal, state funds for updated infrastructure In 2022, Alabama began funding a large-scale project to update and improve every county's drinking water and sewer needs. Mary Claire WootenJune 13, 2024
Congress Sen. Tuberville champions Republican Farm Bill framework The Republican Farm Bill proposal has been criticized for its negative impacts on SNAP, animal welfare protections, and climate change. Chance PhillipsJune 13, 2024
Economy Acting Secretary of Labor Julie Su visits New Flyer plant in Anniston The acting secretary of labor visited the Anniston New Flyer plant, where workers unionized and won significant raises this year. Chance PhillipsJune 13, 2024
Elections SPLC launches bilingual voting campaign The campaign is designed to mobilize and unite voters of color across the South. StaffJune 13, 2024
Elections BCA endorses Kelvin Datcher in House District 52 special election The House District 52 special primary election will be held on Tuesday, June 18. StaffJune 13, 2024