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 Holmes23 hours ago
Education Former U.S. Rep. Bud Cramer confirmed to Alabama A&M board For 18 years, Cramer served Alabama’s 5th Congressional District in Washington. StaffMay 17, 2024
News Incident ALGOP claimed as political violence was merely road rage, police say Athens Police said neither victim nor witness implied any political motivation. Jacob HolmesMay 16, 2024
Economy Mercedes workers share why they support the UAW and think the union will win With two days left in the Mercedes union election, the United Auto Workers remain optimistic about their odds. Chance PhillipsMay 16, 2024
Education Alabama furthering efforts to improve early childhood education Over 400 pre-K through 3rd grade classes are funded through the P-3 initiative. Mary Claire WootenMay 16, 2024
Education Alabama PACT Board of Directors approves increase for benefit payments Directors of the Alabama Prepaid Affordable College Tuition Program approved a 4 percent increase to the current rate paid. StaffMay 16, 2024
Congress Demopolis Lock repairs, reopening Mobile Harbor deepening and widening on schedule The updates came during questioning from Sen. Katie Britt. StaffMay 16, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell votes for FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 The FAA Reauthorization Act passed the House today by an overwhelmingly bipartisan vote. StaffMay 16, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bill establishing School of Healthcare Sciences The new residential high school will be built in Demopolis and will open in the fall of 2026. Jacob HolmesMay 15, 2024
National Sen. Tuberville, AG Marshall help Trump circumvent gag order in New York The two Alabama politicians sought to support the former president as he is tried for falsifying business records. Chance PhillipsMay 15, 2024
Environment Federal PFAS regulations give Alabama Riverkeepers support In the fight against forever chemicals, enforceable limits could save our rivers. Mary Claire WootenMay 15, 2024