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
Congress Rep. Sewell announces winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition Madison Barrentine, a 12th grader at the Alabama School of Fine Arts, was awarded first place for her submission entitled "Pratt City Cemetery." StaffMay 22, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey invites Alabama students to join for her Summer Reading Challenge The challenge encourages children to include reading in their summer activities. StaffMay 22, 2024
State Oak Mountain State Park shows off “first-class” campground Oak Mountain’s campground, one of the park’s top attractions, has gone through a complete teardown and rebuild. StaffMay 22, 2024
News Alabama League of Municipalities elects new president, vice president Dothan mayor Mark Saliba will serve as president, while Fairhope mayor Sherry Sullivan was elected as Vice President. Jacob HolmesMay 21, 2024
Courts Jefferson County DA: Toforest Johnson conviction “cannot be justified” Johnson's death sentence has attracted attention from several notable people, all calling for him to be released or a new trial granted. Josh MoonMay 21, 2024
Governor Juneteenth designated as state holiday for fourth year Although not legally considered an official state holiday, state employees will observe Juneteenth this year. Mary Claire WootenMay 21, 2024
National Sen. Britt, Rep. Carl criticize Biden and ICC’s treatment of Israeli prime minister The two Alabama politicians have questioned the International Criminal Court’s ability to investigate the Israeli prime minister. Chance PhillipsMay 21, 2024
Education Alabama school district faces controversy over alleged religious assembly Parents reported that a seminar turned into a Christian proselytizing session. StaffMay 21, 2024
Education Public/Private partnership netted over $10M for summer learning over the last decade The private funding was raised by the Birmingham-based nonprofit Summer Adventures in Learning. StaffMay 21, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $145,200 for roadway, rail safety in York The funding will be used for a demonstration program to improve roadway and rail safety. StaffMay 21, 2024