Education Sen. Katie Britt celebrates School Choice Week Britt co-sponsored a resolution that would formally designate this week as “National School Choice Week.” StaffJanuary 25, 2023
Economy Online job ads in December up 3.9 percent from last year But the monthly total of online job ads is down 0.5 percent versus the previous month. StaffJanuary 25, 2023
Local news Mashonda Taylor appointed to Birmingham Water Works Board Taylor’s appointment fills a vacancy on the board and is effective immediately. StaffJanuary 25, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Enlightenment leads to action in fight to end human trafficking Once we have been enlightened about this crisis, ignorance is no longer an option. Mark ColsonJanuary 25, 2023
Legislature State Rep. Paschal appointed vice chair of military, veterans committee Paschal said he believes his 21 years of Army service will bring a needed perspective to the committee. Jacob HolmesJanuary 24, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Take action to address cost of medications I am hopeful that our congressional delegation will pass legislation to protect patients. Jeremy GrayJanuary 24, 2023
Governor Ivey signs executive order reinforcing existing religious freedom laws Among other things, the order specifies that employers should allow religious expression to the same extent as other personal expression. Jacob HolmesJanuary 24, 2023
Prisons ADOC names new warden at Fountain Correctional Facility It is currently unclear why the previous warden has been replaced. John H. GlennJanuary 23, 2023
State DHR offering SNAP Replacement benefits to seven counties following Jan. 12 tornadoes Eligible SNAP recipients can request replacement benefits in their local DHR offices. Jacob HolmesJanuary 23, 2023
State Ivey appoints new Pike, Coffee district attorney, Colbert County circuit judge Each appointment is effective immediately. John H. GlennJanuary 23, 2023