Elections Alabama House to consider bill requiring post-election audits The proposal would require post-election audits after every county and statewide general election in Alabama. Alex Jobin3 hours ago
Education Birmingham city elementary schools among first in state to offer yoga Minor, Oxmoor Valley and West End elementary schools in Birmingham launched yoga programs the week of Jan, 10, involving about 115 fifth graders. John H. GlennJanuary 26, 2022
Education Troy University announces new scholarships for transfer students Students looking to transfer to Troy University from other colleges or universities may be eligible. StaffJanuary 26, 2022
Infrastructure Fort Payne EV charging station unveiled The project includes the installation of two EV fast chargers, making it the first operational charging site in TVA’s regional Fast Charge Network. StaffJanuary 26, 2022
State AREC executive director admonished by a circuit court judge The Real Estate Commission executive director failed to cover his portion of his daughter’s medical expenses, according to legal filings. Bill BrittJanuary 25, 2022
Elections Federal court blocks Alabama congressional maps The court ruled Alabama's new maps prevent Black Alabamians from having the opportunity to elect candidates of their choosing. Josh MoonJanuary 25, 2022
Elections Fundraising blackout period for statewide candidates ends The blackout period ends within 120 days of any primary, runoff or general election. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 25, 2022
Courts Defamation trial between Roy Moore, accuser Leigh Corfman begins Tuesday The trial is expected to last up to 10 days with more than 50 people on the witness list. Jacob HolmesJanuary 25, 2022
State Union files new unfair labor practice charges against Amazon in Bessemer The charges allege the company violated their settlement agreement with workers at the Bessemer fulfillment center. John H. GlennJanuary 25, 2022
State Poll: Alabamians support use of APRA funds for rural hospitals, mental health care Eighty percent of Republican respondents supported investments in rural hospitals, with nearly 68 percent supporting increased mental health care funding. John H. GlennJanuary 25, 2022
Elections Former Bessemer city councilor, candidate for mayor running for Alabama House District 56 Cleophus King qualified with the Alabama Democratic Party Jan. 14., joining Birmingham Water Works Board member Tereshia Huffman in the race. John H. GlennJanuary 25, 2022