News Rogers Hamilton: No justice for murdered Black teen Lynched in 1957 Alabama after waving at white girls, Rogers Hamilton's murder remained unsolved for decades. Liz Ryan3 hours ago
State Gov. Kay Ivey, Alabama State Parks Foundation launches plan to bolster parks system The governor spoke about an $80 million bond issue for park improvements that must be approved by voters. StaffApril 16, 2021
State Lamar Higgins has died Higgins served on the Troy University Board of Trustees for 25 years and was a partner at Fine Geddie & Associates for 26 years. Brandon MoseleyApril 16, 2021
Governor Governor awards grant to assist elderly and disabled abuse victims The grant will enable the department’s Adult Protective Services Division to remove victims from abusive environments. StaffApril 15, 2021
News Second round of pandemic EBT benefits coming to eligible Alabama children Eligible households will receive EBT cards in the mail that can be used to purchase SNAP-eligible food items. StaffApril 15, 2021
State Ainsworth welcomes National Lieutenant Governors Association annual meeting The meeting convenes lieutenant governors and seconds-in-command from across the country. StaffApril 15, 2021
Congress Sen. Richard Shelby questions officials during defense appropriations hearing Shelby questioned officials about quantum computing gains and space capabilities, noting U.S. adversaries' own work in those areas. Eddie BurkhalterApril 14, 2021
State Black Belt Adventures Advisory Council expanded The council is comprised of young professionals who are advocates and champions for the Black Belt region. StaffApril 14, 2021
Economy Small business optimism improves, but owners struggle to find qualified workers Small business is doing better as restrictions are eased, but finding qualified labor is a critical issue. StaffApril 14, 2021
Health Alabama pauses Johnson & Johnson vaccine use after rare blood clots State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said there have been no reports of adverse reactions in Alabama. Eddie BurkhalterApril 13, 2021
Prisons As vaccines trickle into Alabama prisons, COVID-19 deaths continue Despite statements in February that vaccines couldn't be stored outside of prisons and brought in, that's what's now happening. Eddie BurkhalterApril 13, 2021