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
Economy Job openings in Alabama unchanged in April, separations down Recent reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show the Alabama labor market remains tight, even as unemployment ticked up. Chance PhillipsJune 27, 2024
News Opinion | Small group, big accomplishments: Birmingham DRC Graduation This small group has made a big accomplishment in conquering the Birmingham DRC program and getting their lives on track. Matthew EstesJune 27, 2024
Economy Developers secure lease, advancing commercial development at Southtown site The site is ultimately expected to be home to about 800,000 square feet of commercial space for a biomedical innovation corridor. StaffJune 27, 2024
Local news Montgomery, Faulkner enter agreement to give officers tuition cut The agreement will give MPD officers a 60-percent tuition reduction and family members a 50-percent reduction. Josh MoonJune 27, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces $53.5 million grant for expanding broadband Using American Rescue Plan funds, the new grant should make it cheaper to build last-mile connections in 25 counties. Chance PhillipsJune 26, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey appoints new Talladega County district judge J. Scott Brewer receives judgeship after 16 years as an assistant district attorney in Talladega County courtrooms. Mary Claire WootenJune 25, 2024
Public safety Former sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 29 months after beating restrained detainee Blake Hicks was sentenced Monday after repeatedly punching and kicking a man who’d been tased and who was in handcuffs. Chance PhillipsJune 25, 2024
Education Prattville Library approves workaround for LGBT book ban The Autauga-Prattville Public Library board of trustees ended its outright ban on LGBT books Monday. Jacob HolmesJune 25, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces 20 appointments to various state positions Gov. Kay Ivey announced the appointment of 20 individuals to various state positions. StaffJune 25, 2024
Elections Rep. Sewell to join press conference marking 11th anniversary of Shelby County v. Holder Rep. Sewell and her colleagues will call on Congress to pass the John R. Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. StaffJune 25, 2024