Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance Phillips2 hours ago
Health Cannabis Association issues deadline alert amid increase in applications The deadline to apply is December 30. StaffNovember 7, 2022
State Parents on Medicaid waiver allege disparity in funds A group of parents alleges that they have not been receiving the full amount of funds they're entitled to under the program. John H. GlennNovember 7, 2022
Infrastructure Sewell announces $34 million in USDA funding to expand rural internet access The grant will connect 4,646 people, 154 farms, 96 businesses, and three public schools to high-speed internet. StaffNovember 4, 2022
Education Ivey awards $1.3 million in university research grants The grants are from the Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund, a state-funded program created in 2019. Jacob HolmesNovember 3, 2022
Prisons Incarcerated man dies at Staton Correctional Facility It was at least the 15th confirmed death in Alabama's state prison system in October. John H. GlennNovember 3, 2022
Education Ivey declares November as “Thank Alabama Teachers Month” Parents and all Alabamians are encouraged to thank the teachers in their lives throughout the month. Jacob HolmesNovember 2, 2022
State New report: Alabama among most popular states for military retirees A new report ranks Alabama as the nation’s second-best state for military retirees to locate, just one spot below top-ranked Florida. StaffNovember 2, 2022
Prisons Jefferson County coroner confirms death of incarcerated man on Friday At least 14 other individuals have died across Alabama's prison system this October. John H. GlennNovember 1, 2022
Health As COVID-19 wanes, UAB doctors warn of potential “triple-demic” Although COVID-19 has been on a decline, UAB doctors say the return to normal activity has brought back a surge in flu and RSV. Jacob HolmesOctober 31, 2022
Education Education scorecard shows how Alabama districts held up during pandemic Alabama performed well compared to 28 other states, losing about one month in math and staying steady in reading. Jacob HolmesOctober 31, 2022