Education APLS chair asks Fairhope Library to review 35 “inappropriate” books The library board meets April 21 and will consider Wahl's request to initiate a review of the books. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
Infrastructure Alabama roads ranked 2nd nationwide amid debate over truck weight limits Despite remarkable progress, challenges loom in the form of SB110 and HB204, which would increase weight limits for log trucks. Bill BrittMarch 12, 2025
Health Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding NIH is the largest federal funder of medical research in the U.S. In 2023, the organization provided more than $35 billion in grants. Wesley WalterMarch 12, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell votes against Trump-Johnson spending bill "House Republicans’ partisan spending bill deprives Alabama’s 7th Congressional District of $14.1 million," Sewell said. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Education Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year He is the first Alabama educator to win this national title. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Elections Alex Braswell chosen as Democratic nominee for House District 11 race She emphasized that her priorities include enhancing economic stability for working families and strengthening public education. StaffMarch 12, 2025
News Alabama’s hospitals contribute over $25 billion annually to state economy Hospitals across Alabama are responsible for sustaining 143,000 jobs statewide, according to a new report. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Environment 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest winners announced Nearly 2,000 photos were entered. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Party politics New DNC chair: A change is coming New DNC chair Ken Martin said the Democrats have learned some tough lessons and they're changing the way they fight, from top to bottom Josh MoonMarch 11, 2025
Congress Britt joins Banking Committee Republicans in introducing bill against debanking practices Debanking occurs when a financial institution closes an account they consider to be risky or which could incur reputational risk. Alex JobinMarch 11, 2025
Congress House unanimously passes bipartisan bills targeting Chinese espionage threats The U.S. House of Representatives unanimously passed two bipartisan bills introduced by U.S. Rep. Dale Strong. StaffMarch 11, 2025