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 Wooten8 hours ago
News Bills to slash “good time” accrual advance in House and Senate committees Opponents raised concerns about overcrowding and losing one of the few incentives for good behavior within the prisons. Jacob HolmesMarch 23, 2023
Prisons Fifth incarcerated man confirmed dead at St. Clair prison since January Eight incarcerated individuals have been confirmed dead in state custody so far this month. John H. GlennMarch 23, 2023
Environment Opinion | A silver lining in a very toxic cloud If we have to allow landfills and disposal sites in Alabama, let’s make sure they are regulated. David PersonMarch 23, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell: $6.4 million from Infrastructure Law will go to improve Birmingham-Shuttlesworth This project rehabilitates 15,540 square yards of the existing overflow apron pavement and 5,200 feet of taxiways. StaffMarch 22, 2023
State Alabama Realtors releases Economic and Real Estate Report for February 2023 This marks the slowest February market the state has seen in five years. StaffMarch 22, 2023
State Pandemic EBT benefits to arrive for 530,000 Alabama children this summer Qualifying households will get $120 for each participating student to buy SNAP-eligible food at stores that accept EBT cards. Jacob HolmesMarch 21, 2023
Courts SCOTUS rejects street preacher’s First Amendment case against the University of Alabama Lower federal courts, including the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, previously sided with the university. John H. GlennMarch 21, 2023
Congress Britt joins bipartisan group to question Federal Reserve on Silicon Valley Bank oversight The Federal Reserve has announced an internal investigation into its regulatory oversight, supervision, and examination of Silicon Valley Bank. StaffMarch 21, 2023
Economy Alabama: The state where money does grow on trees The forest products industry contributes more than $28.9 billion to Alabama’s economy. StaffMarch 21, 2023
National Mexico seizes Vulcan Materials facility, prompting criticism from Britt Sen. Katie Britt described the incident as a "militarized seizure." John H. GlennMarch 20, 2023