State Steve Marshall endorses call for “largest deportation in U.S. history” Marshall was among the 21 Republican state attorneys general who endorsed the letter. Wesley Walter2 days ago
State Opinion | Vote “yes” on the state parks amendment We believe this is the perfect time to modernize and enhance the State Parks System. Chris BlankenshipMay 19, 2022
Infrastructure Port of Mobile gains new Central American service The Alabama Port Authority is pleased to announce new ocean service to and from Central America for containerized cargo shippers. StaffMay 19, 2022
Public safety Group calls for transparency from Huntsville Police Department Citizens Coalition for Justice Reform says the department needs to honor requests for data. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2022
Education Parent: Magic City Acceptance Academy says school is helping his child Karl Julian said he's noticed remarkable improvements in his daughter's life since she began attending the LGBTQ-affirming charter school. Eddie BurkhalterMay 17, 2022
State Sewell: $3.6 million federal funds for preservation of African American historical sites Eleven historical sites in Alabama were selected to receive funds, either directly or through associate organizations. John H. GlennMay 17, 2022
State Report: Women are critical to Alabama’s economy, yet barriers remain The report found women generate $43 billion in earnings annually but earn on average 67 cents for every dollar earned by men. Eddie BurkhalterMay 13, 2022
State Abortion rights organizers speak out about potential reversal of Roe v. Wade “People are going to die if it’s not legal,” Margeaux Hartline said. “People are going to do unsavory things to get an abortion.” StaffMay 13, 2022
Infrastructure Shelby: FAA grants Alabama $12.5 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades The 26 grants were awarded to 25 local airports in Alabama, amounting to $12,508,131. StaffMay 13, 2022
State Governor appoints Jeff Smitherman as Alabama EMA acting director Smitherman will take the helm immediately following his appointment becoming effective Saturday, May 21. StaffMay 12, 2022
Prisons Two Alabama correctional officers arrested in connection with prison death The two were arrested Tuesday for allegedly not rendering aid when a man became stuck in his cell's automated door and died in April. Eddie BurkhalterMay 11, 2022