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 Holmes2 days ago
Elections Former AG Eric Holder releases statement on 1st anniversary of Allen v. Milligan The ruling reinforced Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act. StaffJune 10, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey announces 31 appointments to political seats and boards Gov. Kay Ivey announced 31 new appointments to various political seats and boards. StaffJune 10, 2024
Courts AGs call for revision to American Bar Association’s diversity policy The coalition claims that the ABA Standard 206 does not comply with the United States Supreme Court’s recent affirmative action decision. Mary Claire WootenJune 7, 2024
National Sen. Tuberville criticizes Biden for mentioning Ukraine in D-Day address Tuberville’s recent comments are the latest in a string of statements criticizing American aid to Ukraine and deferring to Putin. Chance PhillipsJune 7, 2024
Economy Small business compensation plans fall to lowest level since 2021 A net 18 percent of small business owners plan to raise compensation in the next three months. StaffJune 7, 2024
Economy Ivey marks opening of venture focusing on pristine Alabama spring water Alabama Mineral Springs LLC officially started production Wednesday at a $6 million bottling plant. Jacob HolmesJune 6, 2024
National Sens. Britt and Tuberville call executive order closing Southern border insufficient Biden’s executive order limiting border crossings has drawn criticism from the left and right, including from both of Alabama's senators. Chance PhillipsJune 6, 2024
Congress Senate blocks Right to Contraception Act due to partisan divide After failure to advance the Right to Contraception Act, Democrats will place reproductive rights in the forefront before the election. Mary Claire WootenJune 6, 2024
Congress Sen. Katie Britt joins bipartisan delegation in Normandy for D-Day 80th anniversary The delegation will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landing by Allied forces during World War II. StaffJune 6, 2024
Economy Toyota Alabama to expand production, creating 350 new jobs The growth project pushes the total investment in Toyota Alabama to more than $1.7 billion. StaffJune 6, 2024