Congress U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care Britt Introduces Bipartisan Legislation with Senators Maggie Hassan, Susan Collins, Tina Smith to Expand Access to Maternal Health Care. Bill Britt8 hours ago
Public safety Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023. Mary Claire WootenOctober 9, 2024
Health Southern Research launches project offering free genetic testing Patients across Alabama will have access to free genetic tests and clinical insights about medications and risks for certain chronic diseases. Jacob HolmesOctober 9, 2024
Prisons Justice In Focus panel takes a closer look at Alabama’s parole system Some of the state’s leading legal and policy experts will gather to discuss the parole system's shortcomings and explore potential reforms. StaffOctober 9, 2024
Education $400,000 in scholarships available for automotive manufacturing training The $4,000 individual scholarships will be awarded to students who are enrolled in a program associated with automotive manufacturing careers at an Alabama community... StaffOctober 8, 2024
State BCA, Alabama Tech Network name 2024 Manufacturers of the Year The groups name a "manufacturer of the year" in three different size categories and an emerging manufacturer. Jacob HolmesOctober 7, 2024
Education Network of Alabama Academic Libraries reflects on 40th year Speakers expressed the importance of promoting freedom of information in academic libraries. Wesley WalterOctober 7, 2024
State Pre-filed bill would create exceptions for Alabama’s abortion ban Alabama's new bill proposes exceptions for abortion in cases of rape, incest and includes broader terminology for health risks. Mary Claire WootenOctober 3, 2024
Education Department of Revenue publishes proposed rules for CHOOSE Act The majority of the rules are lifted straight from the legislation, with much of the new language being technical details. Jacob HolmesOctober 2, 2024
Education HBCU CARES responds to Gov. Ivey’s proclamation declaring October 2024 as HBCU Month With Alabama boasting the largest number of HBCUs in the nation, these institutions contribute significantly to the state’s economy. StaffOctober 2, 2024
State AG Marshall argues employer health plans shouldn’t have to cover gender-affirming surgery Gabriel Arkles says it’s “disheartening to see states advocating for the right to ... deny necessary healthcare to their citizens.” Chance PhillipsOctober 2, 2024