Congress Sen. Britt to chair Banking Subcommittee on Housing, Transportation, Community Development The subcommittee has primary jurisdiction over issues related to affordable and accessible housing, mortgage servicing, transit, and urban development. Staff3 days ago
Health Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage Alabama has the nation’s second-lowest ratio of dentists per population. Alex JobinOctober 10, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces funding to ensure clean, safe drinking water in Alabama The EPA is awarding $43.9 million to Alabama to support lead pipe replacement and ensure clean, safe drinking water. StaffOctober 10, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards over $7.6 million for Alabama highway safety enforcement The grants will help fund major highway safety campaigns. StaffOctober 10, 2024
Public safety Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023. Mary Claire WootenOctober 9, 2024
Health Southern Research launches project offering free genetic testing Patients across Alabama will have access to free genetic tests and clinical insights about medications and risks for certain chronic diseases. Jacob HolmesOctober 9, 2024
Courts SCOTUS rejects IVF clinic’s appeal in watershed case The Mobile-based Center for Reproductive Medicine filed the appeal in an attempt to overturn February's ruling. Alex JobinOctober 9, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey signs letter asking for “full accounting” of CHNV parole program Signed by 25 Republican governors, the letter decries the “apparent dumping of migrants into our cities and small towns.” Chance PhillipsOctober 9, 2024
News ABC of Alabama to honor Allen Harris of Auburn-based Bailey Harris Construction Allen Harris, CEO of Bailey Harris Construction based in Auburn, will receive the 2024 Cornerstone Award. StaffOctober 9, 2024
Prisons Justice In Focus panel takes a closer look at Alabama’s parole system Some of the state’s leading legal and policy experts will gather to discuss the parole system's shortcomings and explore potential reforms. StaffOctober 9, 2024
Economy Alabama Department of Labor releases data on top jobs in August Top jobs in Alabama included registered nurses, retail salespersons, and supervisors of retail sales workers. StaffOctober 9, 2024