Local news Prattville Library Board changes policy to prohibit LGBTQ+ books for minors The policies will block the library from purchasing LGBTQ+ books for children under 17. Jacob HolmesFebruary 9, 2024
Local news Prattville Library Board member resigns over new policies, potential “secret meetings” Christie Sellers said the policies "evoke blatant censorship." Jacob HolmesFebruary 9, 2024
Congress Alabama Habitat for Humanity calls for action on affordable housing Here in Alabama, 1 in 8 households pay half or more of their income on housing. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
Governor Governor orders creation of task force to promote responsible use AI The Task Force will submit a report to the governor by Nov. 30, 2024. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
Legislature Children First working for the children this Legislative Session Children First’s legislative agenda includes issues related to children’s access to vaping products. StaffFebruary 9, 2024
Legislature Senate committee advances bill to restrict ballot harvesting The State Government Affairs Committee approved the bill, sponsored by Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman. Bill BrittFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature Public speaks out against “ballot harvesting” bill in committee meeting The bill would create criminal penalties for assisting a voter in filling out an absentee ballot. Jacob HolmesFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature The latest gambling bill: a breakdown The first gambling bill makes it debut on Thursday. Here's a breakdown of what's being proposed at this point. Josh MoonFebruary 8, 2024
Legislature Bill giving local governments power to boot library board members passes committee A committee approved a bill that gives local governments the power to remove library board members. Jacob HolmesFebruary 8, 2024
State New APLS appointee is a step toward agenda to move LGBTQ books Amy Dozier Minton has challenged at least 30 titles due to LGBTQ characters, and she plans to challenge more. Jacob HolmesFebruary 8, 2024