Education Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report A researcher at the center-left think tank estimated vouchers could reduce Alabama public schools’ per-pupil funding by hundreds of dollars. Chance Phillips3 days ago
Elections Secretary of state reminds Alabamians to register to vote The deadline to register to vote before the Nov. 5, 2024 General Election is Monday, Oct. 21. StaffOctober 8, 2024
Courts U.S. Supreme Court to hear arguments in Alabama unemployment lawsuit The case stems from the Alabama Department of Labor's lengthy delays in processing claims during the COVID-19 pandemic. Josh MoonOctober 7, 2024
State BCA, Alabama Tech Network name 2024 Manufacturers of the Year The groups name a "manufacturer of the year" in three different size categories and an emerging manufacturer. Jacob HolmesOctober 7, 2024
Education Network of Alabama Academic Libraries reflects on 40th year Speakers expressed the importance of promoting freedom of information in academic libraries. Wesley WalterOctober 7, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell secures $24.7 million from the DOJ This investment will support law enforcement, crime prevention, victim assistance, and emergency management programs. StaffOctober 7, 2024
Elections Alabama nonprofits join forces for “Defend the Ballot” initiative The “Defend The Ballot” initiative brings together organizations across the state to ensure Alabamians have ballot access. StaffOctober 7, 2024
Elections Judge upholds injunction against key part of Alabama absentee voting law Judge David Proctor reaffirmed his earlier ruling, maintaining that the law likely violates the Voting Rights Act. StaffOctober 7, 2024
Courts Defamation suit filed against Jefferson County Republican chairman, 1819 News The lawsuit alleges "several years of needless, malicious, and unwarranted misinformation." Alex JobinOctober 4, 2024
National Longshoremen strike suspended, ports to reopen Now, the two parties have until Jan. 15 to finalize a new 6-year contract. Alex JobinOctober 4, 2024
National Sen. Britt urges breast cancer screening, pushes bill for affordable testing Throughout the month, women are urged to consult their healthcare providers and get screened for breast cancer. StaffOctober 4, 2024