Education Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report A researcher at the center-left think tank estimated vouchers could reduce Alabama public schools’ per-pupil funding by hundreds of dollars. Chance Phillips3 days ago
Prisons Wife, attorney call for investigation after DOJ source dies in prison A DOJ source ended up dead just hours after being moved to a new dorm. Patrick DarringtonApril 4, 2024
Prisons One person dies, 4 arrested at ADOC facilities over the weekend Several arrests were made over the weekend of individuals promoting contraband. Patrick DarringtonApril 3, 2024
Infrastructure Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to visit Birmingham Wednesday The award amount totals $14.5 million and is allocated to help reconnect parts of the community. Patrick DarringtonApril 2, 2024
Health Medical center in Mobile resumes IVF services The Center for Reproductive Medicine in Mobile announced the decision to resume providing IVF services. Patrick DarringtonApril 2, 2024
Education UA hosts senators, highlights dyslexia program success and teacher impact An estimated 20 percent of Americans live with dyslexia, a figure that brings to light the pressing need for specialized educational strategies. StaffApril 2, 2024
Education Stillman finalizes partnership with BSC to accept student transfers Stillman has already begun accepting students who the announcement has impacted. StaffApril 2, 2024
Prisons Gov. Kay Ivey sets execution date for Jamie Mills Mills was sentenced to death in 2007 after being convicted for the 2004 double homicide of Floyd and Vera Hill. Patrick DarringtonMarch 29, 2024
Education Sen. Britt celebrates Tuskegee’s new flight school, backed by $6.7 million grant This initiative not only honors the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen but also paves a new path for future aviators. Bill BrittMarch 29, 2024
Prisons 78 people died in ADOC facilities in the final months of 2023 Each month had over 20 deaths or investigations opened into those deaths. Patrick DarringtonMarch 29, 2024
Prisons Gov. Ivey awards grant for substance abuse treatment in prisons The grant is being used to fund a six-month Residential Substance Abuse Treatment program. StaffMarch 29, 2024