Legislature HRC condemns anti-transgender sports ban The bill passed the Senate and now moves to Gov. Kay Ivey’s desk to be signed into law. Patrick DarringtonMay 5, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Rep. Givan has nothing to apologize for Givan partially quoted the lyrics of a Jay-Z song as a sort of warning to Rep. Kenneth Paschal. She did not tell lies. Josh MoonMay 5, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Anthem bill late, empty and otherwise a bad idea Compelled patriotism is best left in the past. Will NevinMay 5, 2023
State Agreement reached in investigation of Alabama Department of Public Health An investigation found that ADPH’s enforcement of sanitation laws threatened residents of Lowndes County. StaffMay 5, 2023
State Women’s Foundation announces new headquarters, two-year anniversary of expansion The Foundation will host an official ribbon-cutting ceremony and community open house in June. StaffMay 5, 2023
Economy Alabama metros have the lowest unemployment rates in the nation The Birmingham-Hoover metro area was ranked the lowest in the nation at 1.8 percent. StaffMay 5, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt targets fentanyl trafficking during Homeland Security subcommittee hearing Britt led a hearing on transnational criminal organizations and related drug and human trafficking. StaffMay 5, 2023
Legislature Senate committee OKs “divisive concepts” bill The bill would prohibit K-12 schools and colleges from promoting or endorsing certain "divisive concepts." Patrick DarringtonMay 4, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs new adoption codes into law The code is meant to streamline the state's adoption process and make it less burdensome for parents. Jacob HolmesMay 4, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | New anti-ESG bill entangles businesses in red tape ESG has become a hobgoblin for those who want to punish those who want to ensure their investment dollars are used responsibly. Bill BrittMay 4, 2023