Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance Phillips18 hours ago
Education Two-thirds of Americans say schools fall short in teaching Black History Alabama's fight against Critical Race Theory has created confusion about what Black history can and cannot be taught in schools. Jacob HolmesFebruary 22, 2022
State World Games venue changes drone racing, speed skating to the “very heart of the city” Drone racing is moving to Protective Stadium from Barber Motorsports Park, and the track speed skating competition is moving to the Powell Steam Plant. StaffFebruary 22, 2022
Party politics ALGOP passes resolutions supporting school choice bill, ending mask mandates in school The executive committee passed three resolutions, all passing with broad support from 85 percent or more of attending members. John H. GlennFebruary 21, 2022
Health Gov. Kay Ivey applauds schools for dropping face mask orders Alabama has the lowest percentage of residents vaccinated against COVID in the nation, and the fourth-highest number of COVID deaths per capita. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 18, 2022
Environment Federal grant awarded to increase safety in Black Belt homes ADPH and the University of Alabama receive the $2 million grant to remove safety and environmental issues in Black Belt homes. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 17, 2022
Prisons Man serving at Ventress prison dies Riley Henderson, 25, was found unresponsive on Feb. 5, the Alabama Department of Corrections confirmed Wednesday. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 17, 2022
State During Alabama visit, Secretary Haaland highlights efforts to advance equity and justice Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland traveled to Alabama to explore how the Department of the Interior can help tell America’s story. StaffFebruary 17, 2022
Health Documentary highlight’s Panola woman’s work to get community vaccinated Dorothy Oliver received the Best of Womankind award from USA Today, and a personal thanks from Dr. Anthony Fauci. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 16, 2022
Corruption Audit shows questionable expenses by Prichard Water manager An investigation is now underway into the potential misuse of funds. Jacob HolmesFebruary 15, 2022
Education Alabama School Readiness Alliance Pre-K Task Force seeks additional $22.5 million Gov. Kay Ivey has recommended the Legislature boost pre-k spending by $22.5 million. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 15, 2022