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
Public safety ALDOT limits road construction for Memorial Day Weekend, urges safe driving ALDOT is asking drivers to put safety first during the heavily traveled holiday period. StaffMay 21, 2024
Economy Alabama’s housing market sustains three consecutive months of positive growth For the third consecutive month, home sales and active residential listings increased across Alabama. StaffMay 21, 2024
News Libraries will lose state funding without policies to restrict ‘inappropriate’ material It's still unclear—even to board member John Wahl—who decides what material is inappropriate for minors. Jacob HolmesMay 20, 2024
Economy Inflation down, unemployment up in April: Bureau of Labor Statistics According to preliminary estimates, prices rose 3.4 percent in the last year and unemployment is at 3.9 percent. Chance PhillipsMay 20, 2024
Health Bill would reauthorize Poison Control Center Network program The bill will provide continued support for the Alabama Poison Information Center in Birmingham. Mary Claire WootenMay 20, 2024
Economy Gov. Ivey, BCA, labor react to UAW loss at Mercedes Gov. Kay Ivey and business leaders celebrated the outcome. StaffMay 20, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt advocates for nationwide IVF protection legislation Britt and Sen. Ted Cruz announced plans to introduce a bill to ensure that IVF access is protected nationwide. StaffMay 20, 2024
Economy United Auto Workers lose union election at Mercedes by 597 votes With just 44% of the vote, the UAW fails to unionize the Mercedes plant in Vance on the first try. Chance PhillipsMay 17, 2024
News APR seeks financial records from Prattville Library APR submitted a public records request Thursday with the Autauga-Prattville Public Library seeking public information. Jacob HolmesMay 17, 2024
President Biden administration takes a new look at marijuana classification Marijuana could soon be considered less dangerous in the eyes of the federal government. Mary Claire WootenMay 17, 2024