Courts Alabama Supreme Court allows construction of Intercoastal Waterway bridge to resume The court ruled that state immunity prevents John Cooper from being sued in his official capacity when the relief sought would violate the state's... Jacob HolmesAugust 25, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Where will John Cooper go to get his reputation back? A man whose job it is to build is being torn down in court and the court of public opinion. Bill BrittJune 13, 2023
Courts Bridges battle continues: Fate of ALDOT’s constitutional authority hangs in the balance The lawsuit surrounds the state's effort to build a free-access bridge to connect Alabama's beach cities. Bill BrittJune 5, 2023
State Drivers spot messaging from hate group on I-65 highway signs Drivers reported seeing a digital road sign displaying messaging from the white supremacist organization Patriot Front. Patrick DarringtonMay 30, 2023
Infrastructure Carl lends support to latest I-10 bridge proposal “My greatest concern is having the option for locals to cross the bay without paying a toll, so I’m encouraged by the latest bridge... StaffDecember 20, 2021
Infrastructure Eastern Shore, Mobile MPOs working toward I-10 Bayway solution Metropolitan Planning Organizations are giving the Alabama Department of Transportation a list of unanimously-supported requirements — including the guarantee of no-toll options. StaffDecember 16, 2021
Governor Governor Ivey announces more local projects funded by Rebuild Alabama There were nine projects selected, with project applicants contributing a total of $4.2 million in local matching funds. StaffSeptember 20, 2021
Elections Zeigler says he is “exploring pretty hard” running for governor Zeigler is term-limited from running for another term as state auditor. Brandon MoseleyAugust 16, 2021
Infrastructure Mobile-area leaders, ALDOT announce new plans for Mobile Bay I-10 bridge The new proposal does not include tolls on existing routes or tolls on passenger cars or trucks. StaffMarch 22, 2021
State Hazardous road conditions throughout much of Alabama Forecasts indicate that hazardous conditions will continue to be a major travel concern through late morning Wednesday. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 16, 2021