State ABLE Savings Plan launches to help those with disabilities gain financial independence ABLE covers a variety of expenses, from medical costs to education, assistive technology, service animals, housing, transportation and more. StaffMay 19, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID community development grants Ivey awarded a $1 million grant to Blount Count, $600,000 to Limestone County, $500,000 to Autauga County and $400,000 to Franklin County. StaffMay 19, 2021
State Learn how to “Kick The Gas” at Drive Electric Earth Day EVent Electric vehicle owners will show off their vehicles Saturday from 8 a.m. until noon. StaffMay 19, 2021
Local news Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin proposes largest budget in city’s history The mayor's proposed budget includes more than $14 million toward neighborhood revitalization efforts. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Governor Governor’s amended bill removing some oversight from school construction passes The amended bill delays impact on K-12 school construction projects until Feb. 1, 2022. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Legislature Legislature passes ban on “vaccine passports” Any new vaccine requirements for students or for customers of businesses are banned by this legislation. Brandon MoseleyMay 18, 2021
Governor Bill to curb governor, state health officer’s emergency powers fails A Republican said before the vote that the bill could cost the state federal money, while Democrats decried it as dangerous. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Governor Judge dismisses lawsuit seeking to block Gov. Kay Ivey’s prison construction plan The judge dismissed the lawsuit on grounds that defendants have "sovereign immunity" and the allegations failed on legal merit. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Legislature Bill to ban treatments for transgender minors dies before coming to the House floor Opponents and medical associations said the bill would have cost young lives had it passed. Eddie BurkhalterMay 18, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | The 2021 Legislative Session: Lots of talk, little action "There were plenty of big issues and big ideas going into this session. There were very few big accomplishments." Josh MoonMay 18, 2021