State APLS reverses course on how to use federal funding Librarians were frustrated by the board's surprise decision in September to abandon competitive grants this year in favor of statewide initiatives. Jacob Holmes20 hours ago
Courts State investigation results in complaint against Dale County judge Dale County District Judge Stuart K. Smith is accused of failing to maintain his docket and delaying cases by months to years. Mary Claire WootenAugust 15, 2024
Economy Labor organization continues in Alabama as longshoremen strike looms Contract negotiations broke down between the ILA and the employer association USMX in June. Alex JobinAugust 15, 2024
Economy TVA partners with Sweet Grown Alabama to support farmers Sweet Grown Alabama connects consumers to locally grown products through an online searchable database. StaffAugust 15, 2024
News Montgomery County selected for the Innovate Alabama Network The Innovate Alabama Network is a comprehensive resource to connect communities, nonprofits, and higher education institutions. StaffAugust 15, 2024
Elections Secretary of State orders purging of potential noncitizens from Alabama voter rolls Allen said he has sent a list of registered voters with noncitizen identification to the the attorney general's office for potential criminal prosecution. Jacob HolmesAugust 14, 2024
Prisons Alabama Department of Corrections faces continued hiring setbacks At the joint budget hearing, Commissioner John Hamm discussed hiring challenges for security personnel and prison construction updates. Mary Claire WootenAugust 14, 2024
Education Dobson faces scrutiny over “segregation academy” ties amid education push Republicans like Dobson continue to advocate for the allocation of more taxpayer money to private schools. Alex JobinAugust 14, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces $30 million in GoMESA funded projects Gov. Kay Ivey announced approximately $30 million for 25 projects in Coastal Alabama. StaffAugust 14, 2024
State Alabama Organized Labor Awards Foundation banquet honors state leaders This year’s top honor, the 2024 Labor Person of the Year award, was presented to Brandon Cardwell. StaffAugust 14, 2024
National ADP, DNC still fighting over state delegates ADP chairman Randy Kelley accused former Sen. Doug Jones of leading an effort to replace state delegates. Josh MoonAugust 13, 2024