News Alabama’s hospitals contribute over $25 billion annually to state economy Hospitals across Alabama are responsible for sustaining 143,000 jobs statewide, according to a new report. Staff6 minutes ago
News Two dead at Bibb, Fountain correctional facilities on Thursday The ADOC's Law Enforcement Services Division is investigating the surrounding circumstances of both deaths. John H. GlennDecember 19, 2022
Elections House District 10 election challenge court hearing Monday A motion to dismiss filed by Rep. David Cole will be argued in Madison County Circuit Court on Monday morning. Josh MoonDecember 19, 2022
Economy November unemployment holds at 2.7 percent, record high jobs count Total private average weekly wages remained high at $996.83, an increase of $23.96 over last year. StaffDecember 16, 2022
Congress Shelby delivers farewell speech on Senate floor Shelby is the longest-serving senator in the history of the state of Alabama, first elected in 1986. StaffDecember 16, 2022
Courts DOJ settles lawsuit over “largely segregated housing” The lawsuit filed in 2020 alleged the Ashland Housing Authority maintained "largely segregated housing" for low-income communities. John H. GlennDecember 16, 2022
Congress Rep. Sewell votes for the Puerto Rico Status Act The Puerto Rico Status Act is a compromise between the sponsors of two bills seeking to resolve Puerto Rico’s territorial status. StaffDecember 16, 2022
State Shelby applauds the USDA awarding Auburn University $9.3 million The USDA's $9.3 million investment will establish an Institute for Rural Partnerships at Auburn University. StaffDecember 15, 2022
State Ivey awards grants to assist domestic violence, sexual assault victims The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims. StaffDecember 15, 2022
Prisons ACLU criticizes request for longer execution window The ACLU is criticizing Ivey for proposing that the state be granted more time to carry out certain executions. Jacob HolmesDecember 14, 2022
Prisons Correctional officer arrested, charged with using office for personal gain Rickey Cunningham was arrested by the ADOC's Law Enforcement Services Division at Donaldson Correctional Facility. John H. GlennDecember 14, 2022