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Among other changes, schools previously labeled "failing" will be reclassified as "priority."
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- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims
Gov. Ivey launches poll to name turkeys for Alabama’s 76th annual pardoning
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service
Ivey appoints new member to USA Board of Trustees
- Legislature
Birmingham mayor pushes for voter decision on gun permit laws
Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat
Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police
Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care
Alabama’s Jones, Rafferty honored in 2024 CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award
- Economy
Opinion | Trump 2.0 will uplift Alabama’s economy
Alabama AG praises injunction against protections for migrant farmworkers
Gov. Ivey declares Saturday after Thanksgiving “Small Business Saturday”
PARCA: Tax revenues continue to rise, leveling out post-pandemic
Alabama Realtors release October economic and real estate report
- National
Rep. Jerry Carl talks Farm Bill, “head-spinner” return for Trump
Sens. Britt, Tuberville request report on federal funding for health providers
Sens. Britt, Tuberville vote against Ukraine debt forgiveness
USDA names three Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas
Rep. Sewell introduces legislation to support rural hospitals
- Education
Huntsville Library moving animated Disney movies after policy changes
Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system
AEA announces Team Alabama, Team Auburn “Be a Champion and Read” winners
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
- Health
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane
- Opinion
Education
Moana, Frozen, and Coco are animated films celebrating cultural heritage, self-discovery, and bravery, featuring compelling stories, music, and vibrant visuals.
News
The boycott at a Roebuck Walmart is part of a national effort that hopes to push back on attacks on DEI programs that benefit...
Environment
The suit reflects a Republican strategy leveraging antitrust laws against investment managers’ alleged climate-focused collusion to reduce emissions.
State
Fighting for Alabama Families launched the "IVF Made Me" campaign to highlight IVF families and call on legislators to pass permanent protection of IVF
Economy
Trump’s election will almost assuredly help boost Alabama’s robust defense industry.
Featured Opinion
Featured Opinion
Economy
Along with three other states, Marshall sued the Department of Labor for “[attempting] to force collective bargaining on Alabama farmers.”
Local news
Rosa Parks Day celebrates Parks’ courageous act of defiance on Dec. 1, 1955, which helped ignite the Civil Rights Movement.
Legislature
Woodfin is calling for a local vote on gun permits to address rising homicides, urging lawmakers to empower Birmingham residents.
Opinion
As I have said many times in the past, Alabama is one big front porch.
News
But Trump’s victory was based on more than just nostalgia for the pre-COVID economy.
Featured Opinion
The group Clean Up Alabama is dragging us backward, as though their mission is to revive old prejudices.
Opinion
The number of active registered apprentices across the country has surged.
Opinion
Owning an EV has definitely positively impacted my family.
Legislature
The resolution was sponsored by State Rep. Andy Whitt, R-Harvest.
Opinion
Affordable and accessible child care is crucial to Alabama’s working families and the future of our workforce.
Legislature
Children or teens who purchase or possess e-cigarettes could be fined and placed under juvenile court jurisdiction.
Legislature
Garrett said the current structure leaves task force materials unscreened before reaching classrooms.
Legislature
The bill would criminalize several forms of assistance in absentee ballot voting.
Legislature
The bill passed 103-0 and will be sent to Gov. Kay Ivey for her signature into law.
Governor
In 1982, Neelley, along with her late husband, Alvin Howard Neelley, abducted 13-year-old Lisa Ann Millican.
Featured Opinion
Alabama was electing women to statewide offices many years before other so-called progressive states.
