State John Lewis’ newphew reflects on uncle’s legacy at wreath laying ceremony The Civil Rights Memorial Center opens Jubilee weekend with its annual wreath laying ceremony today. StaffMarch 1, 2024
Congress Sewell announces $5 million grant to improve wastewater conditions in Black Belt This funding will be used to provide both technical assistance and construction in 15 Black Belt counties. StaffMarch 1, 2024
News Co-winners crowned in ALBBAA Big Buck Photo Contest Olivia Faulkner and Chad Stinson have been declared co-winners of this year’s contest. StaffMarch 1, 2024
Legislature Alabama Senate votes to cut tax on baby, feminine hygiene products The legislation would exempt baby formula, baby bottles, and menstrual hygiene products, among others, from state taxes. StaffMarch 1, 2024
Governor Governor encourages college students to apply for internship program The deadline to apply for both summer sessions is March 22, 2024, by the close of business. StaffMarch 1, 2024
Legislature Bills to protect IVF facilities advance as advocates flood State House Republicans have been rushing since last Thursday to prepare legislation to address the issue. Jacob HolmesFebruary 29, 2024
Legislature The gambling fight continues on, weirdly A small faction of senators is trying to slyly kill the bill and block voters from an opportunity to have a say about the... Josh MoonFebruary 29, 2024
Legislature Restructured Archives board would require “just cause” for removal A bill to restructure the board of the Alabama Department of Archives and History is moving toward a vote on the House floor. Jacob HolmesFebruary 29, 2024
Economy Is Nick Saban pro-union or anti-union? Saban is expected to speak to workers employed at the Mercedes Benz facility in Vance amid a unionization campaign. Patrick DarringtonFebruary 29, 2024
Courts Gov. Ivey appoints Judge Bill Lewis to Alabama Court of Civil Appeals Judge Lewis’s appointment is effective immediately. StaffFebruary 29, 2024