News FAA grants Alabama $11.2 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades A total of 21 grants were awarded to local airports in Alabama, amounting to $11,208,330. StaffApril 1, 2021
Health Alabama’s hospitals, nursing homes urge mask usage, issue reminders on visitation Association leaders say masks will continue to be an important weapon in decreasing the spread of the virus. StaffApril 1, 2021
Legislature Senate committee approves mandatory kindergarten bill The Senate Education Policy Committee approved the legislation requiring all first graders attend kindergarten or demonstrate proficiency. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021
Legislature Medical marijuana legislation held over another week Medical marijuana legislation was held up in committee while representatives spend more time writing amendments. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021
Legislature Senate committee advances Seizure Safe Schools Act Proponents say that the Seizure Safe Schools will raise awareness and implement a uniform standard of care. Brandon MoseleyApril 1, 2021
Local news Birmingham revives Good Friday, Memorial Day as paid city holidays Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin recommended Monday that both paid holidays be reinstated. John H. GlennApril 1, 2021
Opinion Opinion | What’s in a name? "Rather than naming buildings after people, whether they are dead or alive, I have a much better idea." Will SellersApril 1, 2021
Health Some, but not all, Alabama inmates to be offered COVID-19 vaccines The Alabama Department of Corrections still hasn't said when all incarcerated people will be offered vaccines. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 31, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | What do Alabama Trump voters want? "If Alabamians want a fighter and a problem-solver, then there needs to be another choice." Bill BrittMarch 31, 2021
Elections April Weaver wins Senate District 14 Republican primary April Weaver won 82 percent of the vote in the Senate District 14 special Republican primary. Brandon MoseleyMarch 31, 2021