Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance Phillips7 hours ago
Prisons Incarcerated Alabama man nearing release dies after assault Ian Rettig was stabbed the day before his expected release — and a day before his birthday. Eddie BurkhalterMay 6, 2021
Health Health officer: Alabama could reach herd immunity by late summer, if vaccinations increase State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris urged the public to get vaccinated, or Alabama could see another deadly COVID-19 spike. Eddie BurkhalterMay 6, 2021
Economy Department of Commerce highlights businesses creating jobs in rural Alabama The Alabama Department of Commerce highlighted a number of successful businesses making products in rural Alabama. Brandon MoseleyMay 6, 2021
Health Five steps to lower your risk of eye disease The Alabama Academy of Ophthalmology is sharing valuable information about how to take care of your vision. StaffMay 6, 2021
State Gambling bill advances, but problems loom Language regarding licensing and locations could make or break the legislation. Josh MoonMay 5, 2021
Governor Ivey signs 2 percent salary increase for school teachers, state employees Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a 2 percent salary increase for public school teachers and Alabama state employees. John H. GlennMay 5, 2021
Governor Consumer Energy Alliance applauds governor, Legislature for protecting affordable energy Consumer Energy Alliance applauded Gov. Kay Ivey for signing HB446. StaffMay 5, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID-19 recovery grants to four Alabama cities Ivey has awarded a total of $4.5 million to help four cities recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. StaffMay 5, 2021
Health Alabama could lose unused COVID-19 vaccines to other states The number of doses administered in Alabama has dropped by more than 40 percent since April 13. Eddie BurkhalterMay 4, 2021
National Another GOP attorneys general group leader resigns amid Capitol attack fallout Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall leads the association's dark-money fundraising arm, which aided in planning the Jan. 6 rally. Eddie BurkhalterMay 4, 2021