State ‘That Librarian’ author to speak at New South Bookstore in Montgomery Jones' book explores the push to censor library materials nationwide, which has been a hot topic in Alabama over the past two years. Jacob Holmes13 hours ago
News Meteorologist James Spann faces fury for debunking wild hurricane conspiracy theories The controversy comes as Hurricane Helene became a lightning rod for conspiracy theories. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey deploys first responders to Florida, additional National Guard to N.C. Ivey has deployed a 57-person Type III Urban Search and Rescue Task Force to Florida. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $2.2 million in federal funding to revitalize Selma infrastructure At a press conference at City Hall, Rep. Sewell was joined by Selma Mayor James Perkins and local elected officials. StaffOctober 11, 2024
News Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival offers “something for everyone” in 2024 The festival, which is free and open to the public, begins Saturday. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to combat distracted driving The campaign aims to reduce the number of children killed in distracted driving incidents by 10 percent. StaffOctober 11, 2024
News Faulkner Bible lectureship to host high-profile debate on gambling Faulkner University will address one of the state's most hotly contested topics—gambling—in its annual high-profile debate. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Courts Majority of voters support mandating insurance coverage of IVF, polling shows Of those surveyed, 89 percent said that they support IVF treatment. Alex JobinOctober 11, 2024
News Decatur Personnel Board meets for demoted firefighter’s appeal hearing Decatur Fire employee Kevin Jackson's appeal hearing revealed disputes over the severity of his demotion and interpretation of events. Mary Claire WootenOctober 10, 2024
Education CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers The CHOOSE Act now has a website where education service providers and, eventually, Alabama families can prepare for the state’s new program. Jacob HolmesOctober 10, 2024
Health Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage Alabama has the nation’s second-lowest ratio of dentists per population. Alex JobinOctober 10, 2024