State Alabama Sheriffs Association completes Winter Conference Sheriffs participating in the conference were given the opportunity to explore the latest technology innovations. StaffJanuary 30, 2024
State Medical cannabis license chaos: Legal turmoil and oversight lapses A cloud of confusion and apparent incompetence overshadows the licensing process, raising questions. Bill BrittJanuary 29, 2024
State Big board meeting looms for Alabama Public Library Service The board is set to consider its blacklist, a new Senate bill regarding library boards and celebrate ousted member Virginia Doyle. Jacob HolmesJanuary 29, 2024
State APLS blacklist grows to 82 books, including Amish romances The list is a mix of books targeted by Clean Up Alabama, amish romance novels and right-wing books. Jacob HolmesJanuary 29, 2024
Elections Qualifying begins for House District 27 special election Prospective candidates have until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 30, to submit their candidacy. StaffJanuary 29, 2024
Prisons Alabama carries out first execution by nitrogen hypoxia "An unbelievable evil was unleashed tonight in Alabama," Smith's spiritual adviser said. "That was torture." Patrick DarringtonJanuary 26, 2024
Elections Toll bridge battle proves Jerry Carl a fighter The Bridge and Bayway project eventually collapsed under the weight of widespread opposition, with Carl playing a pivotal role. Bill BrittJanuary 26, 2024
State Public comment period on APLS changes expected to start Feb. 1 The suggested changes could put conditions on state aid for local libraries. Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2024
Local news Dothan church hosts panel on “obscene” library books Republican Rep. Rick Rehm was among those panelists and claimed books are being placed in libraries “to indoctrinate our children.” Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Tim Scott was caught in the crossfire of Trump’s hate Scott looked weak. Like he doesn’t have the courage to stand up for himself. David PersonJanuary 26, 2024