Courts Parents sue AMCC for failing to create patient registry, delaying cannabis access Parents demand court intervention as Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission delays treatment access despite clear legal mandates. Bill Britt15 hours ago
Courts State: Former House speaker tried to influence prison legislation from prison The state also said Mike Hubbard, in jail phone calls, repeatedly contradicted his letter to the court in which he took responsibility for his... Josh MoonNovember 16, 2021
State Federal lawsuits claim new state, congressional maps suppress Black voters The two lawsuits request a federal court halt the implementation of the new state and congressional districts. John H. GlennNovember 16, 2021
Economy Study: Alabamians’ personal income boosted by federal COVID aid Alabamians' boost in personal income was lower than in neighboring states, however. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 16, 2021
National State wins suit against the U.S. Department of Treasury The suit was over a provision of the American Rescue Plan Act. StaffNovember 16, 2021
Education State launches 2nd annual Thank Alabama Teachers Week Extending through Sunday, Nov. 21, Thank Alabama Teachers Week was created in 2020 for Alabamians to show gratitude. StaffNovember 16, 2021
Governor Governor names Liz Filmore as next chief of staff Liz Filmore will be the first female chief of staff of any Alabama governor. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 15, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey makes round of appointments The appointments are effective immediately. Jacob HolmesNovember 15, 2021
National Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin to appear at signing of infrastructure bill President Biden will sign the legislation into law Monday at the White House. John H. GlennNovember 15, 2021
Health UAB pediatric infectious disease expert urges children get COVID vaccine Alabama has the fourth-lowest percentage of residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 15, 2021
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Jabo Waggoner for state Senate "Forestry and forest products are an integral part of Alabama's thriving economy,” Waggoner said. StaffNovember 15, 2021