Congress Britt reintroduces bipartisan bill allowing clergy to opt back into Social Security The Clergy Act would provide clergy members with a re-enrollment window during which they can opt back into Social Security coverage. Alex Jobin2 days ago
Governor Governor signs more bills into law Gov. Kay Ivey signed the education supplemental appropriation, the wine shipment bill and the Daylight Savings Time bill. Brandon MoseleyMay 14, 2021
Economy Small business owners’ optimism improving, but almost half report unfilled positions An NFIB survey found that 44 percent of small business owners had job openings they couldn't fill. Micah DanneyMay 14, 2021
Congress Sewell, Shelby, Tuberville introduce Alabama Black Belt Heritage Area bill The Black Belt was named for its soil, but this region has also been fertile ground for Black history and the Civil Rights Movement. Brandon MoseleyMay 14, 2021
State Alabama congressmen honor law enforcement during National Police Week Members of Alabama's congressional delegation saluted the dedication and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers. Brandon MoseleyMay 14, 2021
Congress Cheney remains defiant, Rogers suggests she may run for president “That’s what it looks like when somebody is running for president,” Congressman Mike Rogers said. Brandon MoseleyMay 14, 2021
Governor Alabama public health groups urge Ivey to veto vaping bill The groups say carveouts in the bill favor the tobacco and vaping industries, and remove some state oversight. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2021
Health CDC: Fully vaccinated people can skip masks, social distancing, with exceptions The CDC said full vaccinated people can remove masks indoors and outdoors, no matter the crowd size. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2021
Health Alabama opens Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to ages 12 to 15 Public health officials urge parents to get their children 12 and up vaccinated to ease a return to school next year and prevent outbreaks. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2021
Public safety Birmingham man, 67, convicted of child pornography possession Val Page Jr. will spend a year in prison and then be put on probation. Brandon MoseleyMay 13, 2021
Infrastructure Shelby: FAA grants Alabama $12.28 million for airport upgrades A total of 13 grants were awarded to local airports in Alabama. StaffMay 13, 2021