Prisons Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles releases March statistics Alabama's parole system maintains low grant rates and successes in Day Reporting Centers. Mary Claire Wooten7 hours ago
News Alabama lawmakers recommends blended K-12 funding model The Joint Legislative Study Commission on Modernizing K-12 Schools Education Funding adopted its report for the Legislature on Thursday. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 14, 2025
Governor Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth These grants aim to accelerate the development of industry-ready sites, positioning Alabama to attract transformative economic growth projects. StaffFebruary 14, 2025
News Senate Judiciary Committee approves several bills including Glock switch legislation The committee approved SB116 and SB31, two bills that look to create penalties for the possession of Glock switches. Alex JobinFebruary 13, 2025
News Alabama NAACP to host advocacy day, oppose SB1 and other Legislation The event aims to address concerns with Alabama legislators regarding the impact of various legislative bills. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News Manufacture Alabama launches “The Coolest Thing Made in Alabama” competition The competition designed to showcase and celebrate the state's manufacturing industry and its diverse range of products. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Health Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care HB89 provides prenatal care to low-income pregnant people, improving maternal health with an estimated $1 million annual cost. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 13, 2025
Courts Ten defendants plead guilty in sports betting and money laundering scheme Court records indicate that the operation, known as Red44, was a sophisticated bookmaking network. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News Alabama considers school safety legislation Alabama lawmakers are considering legislation that would allocate funding to public schools for emergency response technology. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News Big 10 Mayors praise “Safe Alabama” public safety initiative The Alabama Big 10 Mayors worked with state officials and members of the Legislature to include legislation addressing key public safety issues. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell’s legislation to return stolen taxpayer money passes committee unanimously It is estimated that 40,000 IRS checks alone were stolen nationally in 2024. StaffFebruary 13, 2025