News Gov. Kay Ivey commutes death sentence of Rocky Myers to life in prison Governor Ivey, who has overseen 22 executions during her tenure, stated, "I have enough questions about Mr. Myers' guilt that I cannot move forward... Bill Britt17 hours ago
Infrastructure Alabama bills threaten infrastructure with higher truck weights While these bills are framed as an economic boost for the logging industry, the consequences for roads, bridges, and public safety are significant. Bill BrittFebruary 13, 2025
State Women’s Foundation of Alabama’s EssentiAL Plan to boost workforce inclusion The Women's Foundation of Alabama continues to advocate for the EssentiAL Plan to increase workforce participation this legislative session. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 12, 2025
Education Public Charter School Commission ensuring schools fit anti-DEI law The aims to ensure APCSC schools are in line with recent state legislation, including bans on DEI offices and "divisive concepts." Wesley WalterFebruary 12, 2025
Education Sid J. Trant appointed to UA System chancellor Trant will oversee a dynamic and multifaceted enterprise that includes three renowned public research universities. StaffFebruary 10, 2025
Prisons Alabama Department of Corrections proposes $50 million budget increase A large portion of the ADOC's requested budget would go toward staffing needs and increases to wages, salaries, and benefits. Alex JobinFebruary 7, 2025
Prisons Alabama executes Demetrius Frazier with nitrogen, adding to state’s grim record Alabama has a long and deeply flawed history with capital punishment. Bill BrittFebruary 7, 2025
State Alabama lawmakers propose Veterans Resource Center for holistic support The initiative aims to create a comprehensive, sustainable resource hub for veterans, military personnel and their families. StaffFebruary 5, 2025
Health Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery is facing imminent closure after defaulting on $60 million in debt in September. Alex JobinFebruary 5, 2025
State Blueprint Alabama launches to build a blue Alabama Blueprint Alabama launched with the mission of achieving what some say is impossible — turning Alabama blue. StaffFebruary 5, 2025
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 BrittFebruary 4, 2025