News Who benefits most from Alabama’s PBM reform? Big retailers cash in “The root of the problem … is not here. The root of the problem is in Washington,” McWhorter told legislators. Staff3 hours ago
Elections BamaCarry endorses Leigh Hulsey BamaCarry said in their endorsement that Hulsey has the passion and vision to lead Alabama to a bolder, more conservative future. Brandon MoseleyApril 13, 2021
Education Three plead guilty in virtual schools scheme The guilty pleas include a former district superintendent, who admitted to receiving thousands of dollars for his part in the scam. Josh MoonApril 12, 2021
State Union organizers vow to “not be oppressed by billion-dollar industries anymore” Organizers said they "have set the tone that the labor movement is alive right now, that Black Lives Matter is alive right now." Micah DanneyApril 12, 2021
Education Alabama Workforce Council praises rule mandating student action on financial aid Nearly $50 million in federal tuition assistance goes unused by young Alabamians each year. Micah DanneyApril 12, 2021
National Athletes, coaches join call for NCAA to take action over anti-trans bills A bill intended to ban transgender athletes in Alabama public school sports passed the Alabama House in March. John H. GlennApril 12, 2021
Economy Republicans say Alabama economic development prospects improved with Amazon vote Republicans say the vote should help the state remain a popular destination for companies looking to grow. Brandon MoseleyApril 12, 2021
Elections Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Leigh Hulsey in House District 73 Helena Councilwoman Leigh Hulsey received the endorsement in the House District 73 Republican primary runoff. Brandon MoseleyApril 12, 2021
Health Possible vaccinations of children at Birmingham site under review Currently, no COVID-19 vaccine has FDA authorization for those under the age of 16. Only Pfizer has authorization for 16 and up. Eddie BurkhalterApril 9, 2021
State Early tally says Amazon workers in Bessemer vote against joining union The company won enough votes by a wide margin. The union said it would file an objection with the NLRB. Micah DanneyApril 9, 2021
State Unclear if “internal review” of Alabama AG’s nonprofit’s role in deadly riot completed Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said months ago he'd conduct an internal review of the nonprofit he leads. Eddie BurkhalterApril 9, 2021