Health Justice Department finds Alabama illegally segregates children with physical disabilities The DOJ found that the state must make community-based services accessible so that physically disabled children can avoid being segregated in nursing facilities. Jacob Holmes8 hours ago
Governor Gov. Ivey ousts VA commissioner after board defies her Ivey appointed Jeffrey Newton to serve as interim commissioner of the department. Jacob HolmesOctober 23, 2024
News Conflicts over race, LGBTQ+ rights cost schools billions annually Superintendents cited increased expenses for security, legal fees, and public relations as part of their efforts to handle community outrage. Bill BrittOctober 23, 2024
Health Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears Alabama isn’t just turning down federal funds — it’s turning its back on its own people. Bill BrittOctober 23, 2024
Environment Alabama continues a program to combat tire dumping statewide The Scrap Tire Right of Way Program offers counties $150,000 over three years to clean up discarded tires to promote recycling initiatives. Mary Claire WootenOctober 23, 2024
Education Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama The responses among Alabama educators were particularly damning of the state. Alex JobinOctober 23, 2024
News The Magic City Classic: A celebration of HBCU legacy and football rivalry For decades, the Magic City Classic has attracted tens of thousands of alumni, fans, and supporters, turning Birmingham into a vibrant hub. StaffOctober 23, 2024
Prisons Petition seeks to mandate body cams for AL correctional officers Advocates for prison reform in Alabama are renewing a push to institute mandatory body cams. Alex JobinOctober 22, 2024
Infrastructure ALDOT developing statewide bicycle and pedestrian plan, seeks public input ALDOT aims to develop safer, more accessible routes for non-motorized travelers. StaffOctober 22, 2024
Economy Realtors release September Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report Alabama recorded 5,340 home sales in September, a decrease of 10.6 percent over last month. StaffOctober 22, 2024
Education Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children SHORT the Squirrel, Alabama’s literacy mascot, announced the delivery of more than 30,000 books. StaffOctober 22, 2024