Infrastructure
While these bills are framed as an economic boost for the logging industry, the consequences for roads, bridges, and public safety are significant.
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- Elections
Secretary of State Wes Allen announces bid for Alabama Lt. Governor in 2026
BCA endorses Matt Woods in Senate District 5 special election
Tuscaloosa’s District 1 City Council race heats up
SPLC report: Extremist rhetoric infiltrates mainstream 2024 campaigns
Matt Woods named GOP nominee for Senate District 5
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs “What is a Woman Act” into law
Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth
Gov. Ivey announces district judgeship and sheriff appointments
Gov. Ivey officially launches public safety package
Analysis | Gov. Kay Ivey’s State of the State address: Alabama’s future, on her terms
- Legislature
Senate committee hears complex arguments for bills regulating PBMs
Second Chance bill passes Senate Judiciary Committee
Lawmakers and proponents debate police immunity bill at public hearing
Bill prioritizing private insurance coverage of children’s healthcare passes committee
Several bills introduced targeting illegal immigration
- Economy
Annual Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report 2024
Alabama’s broadband expansion: A national model for rural connectivity
Alabama Realtors release December Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
Workers overwhelmingly vote to unionize at Tuscaloosa chemical plant
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight
- National
Sen. Britt praises Trump’s executive order expanding IVF access
Sens. Tuberville, Britt call for end to federal estate tax
Ten defendants plead guilty in sports betting and money laundering scheme
Rep. Sewell’s legislation to return stolen taxpayer money passes committee unanimously
Rep. Sewell to convene Emergency Telephone Town Hall
- Education
Alabama’s community colleges generate $8.1 billion for the state’s economy
Public Charter School Commission ensuring schools fit anti-DEI law
Sid J. Trant appointed to UA System chancellor
Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
- Health
Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds
Tuberville backs RFK Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services
- Opinion
Opinion | What they‘re not telling you about the Farm Bureau’s health plans
Opinion | Alabama’s workforce is key to the future of manufacturing
Opinion | Legislator votes to abolish his own county
Opinion | Trapped in a hall of mirrors: How lies distort our reality
Opinion | Our veterans deserve the very best that Alabama has to offer
Infrastructure
The current structure will be demolished, and an updated rest area will be built in the same location.
Economy
The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force.
Infrastructure
This strategic move will render the bridge toll-free, enhancing accessibility to the state's flourishing coastal areas.
Infrastructure
Estimates for the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project range from $2.8 to $3.5 billion.
Infrastructure
The award amount totals $14.5 million and is allocated to help reconnect parts of the community.
Infrastructure
From the funding, more than $4 million will be used to rehabilitate water tanks.
Infrastructure
Construction is expected to begin this spring and continue for approximately three years.
Infrastructure
The grants, totaling $188,453,905, were awarded to 12 internet service providers.
Infrastructure
Ivey discussed high-speed internet expansion in DeKalb and Jackson Counties.
Infrastructure
ADEM will reimburse the county for $1,355,342 of the cost of repaving 2.9 miles of the road.