Courts Lawsuit filed to force AMCC commissioner to sit for discovery Central to this legal face-off is the Commission's licensing process, which has been under scrutiny for months. Bill BrittFebruary 6, 2024
Party politics Is this the first step in the reconciliation of Alabama Democrats? Former Sen. Doug Jones penned a letter praising current ADP leadership for reinstating diversity caucuses — a big step in ending internal party conflict. Josh MoonFebruary 6, 2024
Public safety CSG Justice Center appoints Cam Ward as new Advisory Board chair Ward is currently the director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles. Bill BrittFebruary 6, 2024
State AG finds state funding for libraries can be contingent on policies Marshall wrote that the state agency cannot directly control what local libraries do, but can make state aid contingent on policies. Jacob HolmesFebruary 6, 2024
Infrastructure Ivey awards $188 million for “Middle Mile” broadband projects The grants, totaling $188,453,905, were awarded to 12 internet service providers. Jacob HolmesFebruary 6, 2024
Economy Alabama Realtors release 2023 Economic and Real Estate Report Alabama witnessed a substantial 30.5 percent annual decrease in home sales activity in 2023. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
State Alabama Arise announces newly formed staff union Arise staff and board leadership unanimously supported voluntary recognition of the union. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
Legislature House GOP Caucus releases platform for 2024 session The legislative platform details the issues that the body’s GOP members have unanimously agreed to prioritize. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
Legislature Sen. April Weaver targets A.I. child porn with legislation The legislation was prompted by a recent incident in Demopolis. StaffFebruary 6, 2024
Elections Sarah Stewart picks up key endorsements from Republican DAs “I am honored to have the support of these law enforcement leaders,” Justice Stewart said. StaffFebruary 6, 2024