Education Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report A researcher at the center-left think tank estimated vouchers could reduce Alabama public schools’ per-pupil funding by hundreds of dollars. Chance Phillips2 days ago
News Enter your photo in the 13th annual Big Buck Photo Contest The winner of the year’s contest will receive a $150 gift card and a copy of “Black Belt Bounty." StaffNovember 12, 2024
Public safety Suspect charged with possession of machine gun in Tuskegee mass shooting The shooting left 1 dead and 16 others injured early Sunday morning. Jacob HolmesNovember 11, 2024
News James E. Buskey, longtime Alabama state representative, dies at age 87 James E. Buskey, one of Alabama’s longest-serving lawmakers and a dedicated public servant, passed away on Friday at the age of 87. Bill BrittNovember 11, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt: American people “need answers” about fired FEMA employee Britt’s Saturday letter demands information about a fired FEMA employee who told staff to skip homes with Trump signs. Chance PhillipsNovember 11, 2024
News Poarch Band of Creek Indians set to open Chicago casino The Wind Creek Chicago Southland, an upscale casino and resort, is predicted to generate more than $200 million in annual tax revenue. Josh MoonNovember 11, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service Ivey used her message to reaffirm her dedication to Alabama’s veterans, pledging to continue her efforts to support veterans’ transition to civilian life. Alex JobinNovember 11, 2024
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey awards $17M in grants for infrastructure in 41 Alabama communities These grants address a range of community needs, from upgrading water and sewer systems to building fire stations. StaffNovember 11, 2024
News Alabama receives $52.14M from federal energy revenue for state projects These funds could be instrumental in advancing local projects aimed at environmental preservation and enhancing public facilities. StaffNovember 11, 2024
Economy Judge orders a third union election at Amazon warehouse in Bessemer An NLRB judge ruled Amazon violated the law by confiscating union materials, surveilling employees, and threatening plant closure. Chance PhillipsNovember 8, 2024
National Anonymous racist texts reported at campuses across the country following Trump victory Each message followed a nearly identical format, telling recipients they have been “selected to pick cotton at the nearest plantation.” Alex JobinNovember 8, 2024