Education Alabama nonprofit asks Legislature to adopt Gov. Kay Ivey’s pre-K funding request Gov. Kay Ivey has recommended state lawmakers approve an additional $24.4 million for pre-K statewide. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 18, 2021
State Vigil for Victims of Hate and Violence called off due to COVID pandemic This years vigil would have been the twenty-second held, following the 1999 murder of Billy Jack Gaither in Sylacauga. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 18, 2021
Health Alabama’s vaccination numbers improve, but still lag behind other states The Biden administration announced Tuesday that states would see a 25 percent increase in vaccine shipments this week. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 17, 2021
Elections After Trump, Black voters in Alabama have momentum, activists say If efforts to engage and mobilize Black voters receive more support, organizers see a path to increased political power. Micah DanneyFebruary 17, 2021
Health Virtual town hall Friday on vaccine hesitancy among marginalized communities The virtual town hall will take place Friday from noon until 2 p.m. and is open to the public. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 17, 2021
Legislature Bill to eliminate straight-party voting introduced in the House Straight-party voting has steadily increased to more than half of all ballots cast since 2012. John H. GlennFebruary 17, 2021
Public safety Black Alabamians are four times more likely to be jailed for marijuana Alabama has the 16th-highest disparity in the country, according to a recent report. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 17, 2021
Congress Tuberville concerned about COVID-19 spread from migrants Tuberville said that COVID health and safety protocols at the border are "both disturbing and discouraging." Brandon MoseleyFebruary 17, 2021
Corruption Lanett mayor arrested, faces felony charges of using office for personal gain If convicted, McCoy faces up to 20 years in prison, a $30,000 fine for each count and removal from office. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 16, 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