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
News Alabama Arise and Alabama Values launch advocacy program Think Big Alabama empowers communities through advocacy training in media, policy and grassroots organizing, fostering impactful change. Mary Claire WootenJune 4, 2024
News Manufacture Alabama names new chairman of the Alabama Iron and Steel Council The Alabama Iron and Steel Council, an affiliate of Manufacture Alabama, has announced Phil Goodwin as its new chairman. StaffJune 4, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell’s bill to rename Post Office for Albert Turner Sr. passes House Albert Turner, Sr., born in Perry County, Alabama in 1936, devoted his life to the Civil Rights Movement. StaffJune 4, 2024
Courts Federal judge strikes down New Hampshire “divisive concepts” law The language is similar to Alabama's language prohibiting divisive concepts. Jacob HolmesJune 3, 2024
Economy Unfair labor practice charges are filed against Alabama postal workers unions In recent months, individuals have filed multiple unfair labor practice charges against postal workers’ unions in Northern and Central Alabama. Chance PhillipsJune 3, 2024
News In Memoriam: Marion Goldstein Rosemore: August 17, 1926 – May 31, 2024 Marion Rosemore's life was a testament to resilience, ingenuity, and an unwavering commitment to her family and community. Bill BrittJune 3, 2024
Elections Volunteers collect signatures for Kennedy at Alabaster City Fest Manning a booth at Alabaster City Fest, Kennedy volunteers worked towards collecting the 5,000 signatures needed for ballot access. Chance PhillipsJune 3, 2024
Courts Supreme Court halts probe into alleged corruption in Mable Amos Trust Fund In a surprise move on Friday, the Alabama Supreme Court ended the investigation into allegations of wrongdoing. StaffJune 3, 2024
Economy Department of Labor files complaint against Hyundai for child labor in Luverne factory The Department of Labor is seeking all profits Hyundai and other companies made by hiring children in an Alabama factory. Chance PhillipsMay 31, 2024
President Top Alabama politicians decry Trump verdict A 12-member jury of Trump's peers in New York found him guilty of falsifying business records. Jacob HolmesMay 31, 2024