Public safety New statewide driver’s license system slated for spring of 2022 The new system will allow citizens to pre-apply for a driver's license and fill out the required information prior to visiting a local driver's... Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 7, 2022
Education Auburn names new university president Roberts will officially assume the office on May 16. John H. GlennFebruary 7, 2022
Elections Blanchard to visit Tallassee elementary school Blanchard will be making a $2,500 dollar donation to the school library in honor of former Tallassee teacher and librarian, Dianne Norrell. StaffFebruary 7, 2022
Opinion Opinion | The power of incumbency The power of incumbency is a mighty sword. Just how deep it cuts into this year’s election is yet to be seen. Beth ChapmanFebruary 7, 2022
Opinion Opinion | The terrors of justice In America, executive power is not absolute, and our rule of law requires that even emergency actions be reviewed. Will SellersFebruary 7, 2022
Featured Opinion Opinion | Screwed-up priorities in a screwed-up country “Not a single kid has died in a mass reading, yet they’re banning books instead of guns.” Joey KennedyFebruary 6, 2022
Courts Moore, Corfman say no plans to appeal defamation verdict Corfman's attorneys characterized the decision as a loss for Moore, who said Wednesday that the decision was a "great victory." Jacob HolmesFebruary 4, 2022
Legislature Alabama Senate passes bill to prevent taxing Alabamians for COVID benefits The bill would prevent an additional $87.7 million in taxes for those who received expanded tax credits in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 4, 2022
Legislature State Sen. Smitherman promises lesson on national anthem next week Smitherman expressed concern over the National Anthem's third stanza, which references slaves. A bill would require the anthem played at public schools. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 4, 2022
State Governor lauds Delta Regional Authority’s $3.4 million investment in Alabama communities The 13 new investment projects will improve water and sewer systems, update transportation infrastructure and support entrepreneurship. StaffFebruary 4, 2022