Prisons Incarcerated man dies at Bibb prison on Independence Day The DOJ in a lawsuit states the Alabama Department of Corrections has failed to keep prisoners safe from violence and drugs. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 7, 2021
Congress Tuberville supports greater accountability for pharmacy benefit managers Tuberville is a cosponsor of the Prescription Pricing for the People Act. Brandon MoseleyJuly 7, 2021
Education Study group meets on law to remove school construction oversight Several groups remain concerned that removing oversight could lead to safety problems. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 7, 2021
Local news South Alabama Economic Roundtable to hold forums on the Rescue Plan funding The roundtable will hold two virtual forums and at least three in-person community forums on the region’s American Rescue Plan Act funding. Brandon MoseleyJuly 7, 2021
Congress Brooks cosponsors bill to give veterans free access to federal parks The legislation would give active-duty service members, veterans and Gold Star Families free access to America’s most iconic natural treasures. Brandon MoseleyJuly 7, 2021
Elections Welborn announces candidacy for Shelby County District Court judge Welborn is a local attorney and life-long resident of Shelby County. Brandon MoseleyJuly 7, 2021
Legislature Alabama Policy Institute releases scorecards for members of the Alabama Legislature API opposed medical marijuana and gaming and supported efforts to limit the governor's powers, so senators with different views received low scores. Brandon MoseleyJuly 6, 2021
Party politics Fight over ADP leadership is back in court — again A hearing in a federal lawsuit challenging bylaws changes in 2019 will be held Tuesday in Montgomery Josh MoonJuly 6, 2021
Elections Katie Britt campaign raises over $2.2 million in first three weeks The first-time candidate saw 90 percent of her quarterly contributions come from Alabamians. Charlie WalkerJuly 6, 2021
Health Alabama’s COVID-19 hospitalizations increasing as vaccinations remain low Alabama has the second-lowest percentage of COVID-19 vaccinations in the nation. Eddie BurkhalterJuly 6, 2021