Infrastructure Alabama roads ranked 2nd nationwide amid debate over truck weight limits Despite remarkable progress, challenges loom in the form of SB110 and HB204, which would increase weight limits for log trucks. Bill Britt20 hours ago
Prisons Another underwriter, Stifel Bank, backs out of Alabama prison deal: report Stifel says it will not underwrite the private prison project after KeyBanc Capital Markets and Barclays also withdrew. Brandon MoseleyMay 11, 2021
Governor Governor awards nearly $17 million to provide broadband services to Alabama communities Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded nearly $17 million to help provide broadband services. StaffMay 10, 2021
State Alabama Appleseed awards another NFL grant for criminal justice reform work The NFL noted the nonprofit's success in freeing Ronald McKeithen from a life sentence in March. Eddie BurkhalterMay 10, 2021
Party politics Alabama GOP appears to be getting its way on Liz Cheney ouster House Republicans are expected to oust Liz Cheney on Wednesday and replace her with New York Congresswoman Elise Stefanik. Brandon MoseleyMay 10, 2021
Education Judson College board votes to close the college, file for bankruptcy The college will close after the summer term ends on July 31. John H. GlennMay 7, 2021
Prisons Patient at Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility found dead A worker there said the man may have overdosed on illicit drugs, which the person said are entering through staff. Eddie BurkhalterMay 7, 2021
Prisons Incarcerated Alabama man nearing release dies after assault Ian Rettig was stabbed the day before his expected release — and a day before his birthday. Eddie BurkhalterMay 6, 2021
Health Health officer: Alabama could reach herd immunity by late summer, if vaccinations increase State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris urged the public to get vaccinated, or Alabama could see another deadly COVID-19 spike. Eddie BurkhalterMay 6, 2021
Health Five steps to lower your risk of eye disease The Alabama Academy of Ophthalmology is sharing valuable information about how to take care of your vision. StaffMay 6, 2021
State Gambling bill advances, but problems loom Language regarding licensing and locations could make or break the legislation. Josh MoonMay 5, 2021