Education State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change. Mary Claire Wooten18 hours ago
Courts Former deputy sheriff pleads guilty to sexually assaulting woman in custody According to the superseding information and plea documents, the incident occurred on Jan. 30, 2020. StaffMay 4, 2023
Public safety Hospital-linked violence intervention launches One of the main objectives of VIP2 is to reduce subsequent acts of violence. StaffMay 4, 2023
Congress Sens. Katie Britt, Chris Murphy discuss Protecting Kids on Social Media Act on Fox News The legislation would set a minimum age of 13 to use social media apps. StaffMay 4, 2023
News Governor honors Tuskegee University, Alabama exporters with “Trade Excellence Awards” The winners were honored at a special ceremony Wednesday at the State Capitol. StaffMay 4, 2023
News House bill passes to eliminate income tax on overtime pay The bill would save employees 5 percent on overtime pay accumulated over the course of the year. Jacob HolmesMay 3, 2023
National U.S. Space Command review still drags on Huntsville was selected as Space Command's permanent home in January 2021. Josh MoonMay 3, 2023
Congress Sewell secures $500,000 to support long-term recovery after Jan. 12 storms The funding will help support long-term recovery efforts in Selma and Dallas County following the Jan. 12 storms. StaffMay 3, 2023
Education Graduations declined in 2022, but college and career readiness improved Several schools still lagged behind with less than 50 percent of students college and career ready. Jacob HolmesMay 2, 2023
Corruption Montgomery attorney J.W. Godwin convicted on financial exploitation of the elderly The attorney failed to pay property taxes for his client, resulting in the client's home being permanently lost. Jacob HolmesMay 2, 2023
Prisons ADOC places officer accused of child abuse on leave The correctional officer, Lateshia Jackson, was arrested and charged with torture/willful abuse of a child. Patrick DarringtonMay 2, 2023