Congress Sen. Katie Britt praises advancement of Laken Riley Act The bill received bipartisan support and is primed for final passage. Jacob Holmes17 hours ago
Prisons Multiple incidents of violence reported in ADOC facilities over weekend Photos and videos show incarcerated individuals experiencing violence in Alabama's prison system. Patrick DarringtonAugust 22, 2023
Economy Alabama Realtors release July Economic and Real Estate Report Alabama's median sales price increased to $228,030, achieving the highest median sales price recorded this year. StaffAugust 22, 2023
Health The word “secret” triggers hold on medical cannabis: Who’s to blame? A judge issued a temporary restraining order against the commission for potentially violating the Open Meetings Act. Bill BrittAugust 21, 2023
Congress Tuberville’s stock trading raises questions about potential insider trading Questions are swirling over whether Tuberville’s recent stock trades are an example of insider trading. Patrick DarringtonAugust 21, 2023
Education Ivey visits “turnaround schools” as new school year begins The schools are part of an initiative targeting funds to help support "overwhelming needs." Jacob HolmesAugust 21, 2023
Health ADPH approves birthing center regulations amid lawsuit The rules come within a week of a lawsuit filed by the Alabama ACLU on behalf of multiple birthing centers. Jacob HolmesAugust 21, 2023
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate remains unchanged at 57 percent Alabama’s preliminary, seasonally adjusted July unemployment rate dropped to a new record low of 2.1 percent. StaffAugust 21, 2023
State Governor announces state backed bioscience training program The program aims to equip aspiring individuals with the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue fulfilling careers in the biotech industry. StaffAugust 21, 2023
State Treasurer updates on Distressed Institutions of Higher Education Revolving Loan Program Funding for the program of $30 million was appropriated during the 2023 regular session. StaffAugust 21, 2023
Courts Cannabis licenses on hold as court weighs claim of Open Meetings Act violation AMCC attorney William Webster threatened to air applicants' "dirty laundry" by foregoing executive session entirely if the court finds in favor of the plaintiffs. Jacob HolmesAugust 18, 2023