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 Holmes1 day ago
News Sewell celebrates plans to nominate Alabama Civil Rights sites to World Heritage List The Alabama sites designated for potential nomination include the 16th Street Baptist Church and the Edmund Pettus Bridge. StaffJuly 17, 2024
National Sen. Britt discusses JD Vance, bipartisan deals, and abortion in RNC interview Senator Katie Britt said Republicans have to “do a better job telling our story” about abortion during an interview Monday. Chance PhillipsJuly 16, 2024
National Sen. Britt during RNC speech: “Donald Trump is the change we need” Britt focused on economic issues and President Biden’s “weakness” during her five minute primetime speech at the Republican National Convention. Chance PhillipsJuly 16, 2024
Education Troy University dean selected to attend Fulbright international seminar Thrasher’s selection marks the first time a current Troy University dean has been chosen for a Fulbright award. StaffJuly 16, 2024
State Governor sets date for annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will be held Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21. Jacob HolmesJuly 16, 2024
Courts Federal court considering ending state’s racial quota on real estate board The ruling in the case could impact up to 20 state boards that require minority representation by statute. Jacob HolmesJuly 15, 2024
National Alabama Republicans rally around Trump after attempted assassination Alabama Republicans and Democrats were quick to strongly condemn political violence after the shooting at a Trump rally on Saturday. Chance PhillipsJuly 15, 2024
Courts The legal battle over medical marijuana drags on A plaintiff claims the AMCC repeatedly violated state laws and asked the legislature for immunity. The AMCC says it should all go away. Josh MoonJuly 15, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama secures $550M federal grant for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Project The major grant award is believed to be one of the largest federal grants ever received for an Alabama project. StaffJuly 15, 2024
National Sen. Katie Britt to speak at Republican National Convention in Milwaukee Britt will join a roster of notable figures in addressing the convention attendees. StaffJuly 15, 2024