Infrastructure Gov. Ivey awards $17M in grants for infrastructure in 41 Alabama communities These grants address a range of community needs, from upgrading water and sewer systems to building fire stations. Staff4 days ago
Infrastructure MPOs report status of Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project The project is essentially shovel-ready except for an inflation-driven gap in funding. StaffJune 11, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama Port Authority competing for EPA grant The Alabama Port Authority is applying for $69 million of funding to deploy new technologies. StaffJune 10, 2024
Infrastructure Sen. Greg Reed announces $6.7 million in grant awards for water system improvements This comes in response to portions of Walker, Fayette, and Tuscaloosa Counties experiencing an extended period of water shortages in January. StaffJune 10, 2024
Infrastructure ALDOT announces state grants for two municipal airports ALDOT has awarded more than $300,000 in state funding to two municipal airports. StaffMay 27, 2024
Infrastructure Bill legalizing self-driving cars awaits Gov. Ivey’s signature If signed, SB226 would legalize self-driving cars for personal use and prevent local governments from regulating or taxing them. Chance PhillipsMay 14, 2024
Infrastructure ALDOT’s purchase of Foley Beach Express Bridge will be finalized on May 23 Under the Alabama Department of Transportation's ownership, the Foley Beach Express Bridge will be toll-free. Chance PhillipsMay 13, 2024
Infrastructure Greenville I-65 South rest area replacement beginning May 1 The current structure will be demolished, and an updated rest area will be built in the same location. StaffApril 29, 2024
Economy Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force. Josh MoonApril 24, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama buys Foley Beach Bridge, ends tolls This strategic move will render the bridge toll-free, enhancing accessibility to the state's flourishing coastal areas. Bill BrittApril 19, 2024
Infrastructure ALDOT, MPOs launch review of cost-saving options for Mobile River Bridge and Bayway Estimates for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project range from $2.8 to $3.5 billion. StaffApril 8, 2024