State States seek Supreme Court stay on new EPA Power Plant rule 24 states, including Alabama, ask the Supreme Court to block new EPA rules on coal and gas power plant emissions. Mary Claire Wooten2 days ago
State Alabama NAACP to host voting rights summit in Shelby County The summit will come on the 10th anniversary of the Shelby v. Holder decision. Patrick DarringtonJune 14, 2023
Health Commission awards competitive licenses for medical cannabis industry Competition was particularly strong for integrated facility and dispensary licenses. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2023
Education Governor signs HB342, expanding alternative certification pathways for teachers The legislation aims to help address the ongoing teacher shortage in Alabama. StaffJune 13, 2023
Education Birmingham-Southern awaits bailout Birmingham-Southern announced their intent to work with the treasurer for a loan. Samuel StettheimerJune 12, 2023
State Alabama colleges participate in multi-state active shooter training The series of active shooter mass casualty training exercises were held at Jefferson State Community College. StaffJune 12, 2023
Education ACHE reviews increased budgets for higher education The increased funding includes $9 million each for need-based tuition assistance programs administered by ACHE. Jacob HolmesJune 12, 2023
News Women’s Foundation opens new headquarters In 2022, the Women’s Foundation secured over $700,000 for organizations serving women in 21 counties. Samuel StettheimerJune 9, 2023
Education Stillman College names Yolanda Page as next president Her previous experience heavily focused on academics. Samuel StettheimerJune 9, 2023
State Supreme Court rules Alabama Congressional map dilutes Black voting power The decision will require Alabama to draw a new map that creates two districts with significant Black voting populations. Jacob HolmesJune 8, 2023
State Sen. Katie Britt: Gen. Dickinson confirmed Space Command belongs in Huntsville “General Dickinson just confirmed to us that the headquarters of U.S. Space Command belongs on Redstone Arsenal," Britt said. Patrick DarringtonJune 8, 2023