Congress Rep. Sewell votes for House National Security Package Sewell voted for four national security bills that passed the House Saturday with bipartisan support. StaffApril 22, 2024
State Roads at Joe Wheeler Park paved with long-lasting asphalt made from recycled tires Roads inside Joe Wheeler State Park had not been repaved since the 1990s. StaffApril 22, 2024
Economy Partners join team developing new strategic economic growth plan The new strategic economic growth plan will guide the state into the next decade and beyond. StaffApril 22, 2024
Legislature Alabama 2024 Legislative Report: Week Nine The Legislature will return to begin its 24th legislative day out of 30 on Tuesday. Beth LyonsApril 22, 2024
Education Alabama leads nation in preschool quality, behind in enrollment The state is one of only five in the country to meet 10 of 10 benchmarks by the National Institute for Early Education Research. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2024
Legislature House passes package to increase workforce participation The legislative package includes tax credits to increase childcare and housing among other changes. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2024
Legislature Alabama’s new “Porn ID Law” raises privacy and rights concerns The legislation doesn't address the heightened risks of identity theft and breaches of privacy. Bill BrittApril 19, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | New law invades privacy in name of protection It reeks of a deeper, more sinister agenda: an assault on privacy and adult freedoms. Bill BrittApril 19, 2024
State Child labor violations discovered at several locations for food franchise The operator was found to have employed 149 children under the age of 16 who worked longer than federal law permits. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama buys Foley Beach Bridge, ends tolls This strategic move will render the bridge toll-free, enhancing accessibility to the state's flourishing coastal areas. Bill BrittApril 19, 2024