Education ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy Alabama has gained prominence for creating the nation’s first registered apprenticeships in higher education. Staff21 hours ago
State Alabama League of Municipalities elects new president, vice president The Alabama League of Municipalities on Friday elected Randy Garrison, mayor of Hartselle, as its new president. StaffMay 17, 2023
Health Report: Alabama is one of the top 10 deadliest states for workers Alabama ranked 7th with a 5.5 percent fatality rate out of 100,000 workers. Patrick DarringtonMay 16, 2023
Prisons Videos show apparent medical neglect at ADOC facility Multiple videos taken at the Ventress Correctional Facility in Clayton show several inmates suffering from medical neglect and harsh conditions. Patrick DarringtonMay 12, 2023
Party politics ADP chair: No group had their voting power diminished by new bylaws ADP chair Randy Kelley and vice-chair Tabitha Isner gave vastly different views on last Saturday's executive committee meeting. Josh MoonMay 12, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Report: Defense industry provides 264,780 jobs across Alabama The total economic impact of military personnel and defense contracts across Alabama amounts to $50.3 billion. StaffMay 10, 2023
State Child care providers encouraged to apply for DHR grants Qualified applicants will receive $2,000 for each daytime child care slot, double the original grant amount. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2023
State Agreement reached in investigation of Alabama Department of Public Health An investigation found that ADPH’s enforcement of sanitation laws threatened residents of Lowndes County. StaffMay 5, 2023
State Women’s Foundation announces new headquarters, two-year anniversary of expansion The Foundation will host an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and community open house in June. StaffMay 5, 2023
Public safety Hospital-linked violence intervention launches One of the main objectives of VIP2 is to reduce subsequent acts of violence. StaffMay 4, 2023
Education Graduations declined in 2022, but college and career readiness improved Several schools still lagged behind with less than 50 percent of students college and career ready. Jacob HolmesMay 2, 2023