State Local agencies receive $1.29 million to assist low-income families with utility costs The grants will enable 18 community service agencies to provide funding to help low-income families heat and cool their homes. StaffJuly 24, 2023
Prisons Alabama executes James Barber following the Supreme Court’s approval Barber was the first individual to be executed since the state’s moratorium on executions was lifted. Patrick DarringtonJuly 21, 2023
Governor Governor announces $67 million in GoMESA-funded projects These projects focus on sewer infrastructure, water quality and recreational access improvements. StaffJuly 17, 2023
State Americans for Prosperity to open Alabama chapter The chapter will be led by Adam Thompson, who previously worked for Gov. Kay Ivey. StaffJuly 10, 2023
Public safety Ivey announces $1M settlement with family of slain Bibb County deputy Officials used Deputy Brad Johnson's death as the impetus for sweeping changes to the state's "good time" law. Jacob HolmesJuly 6, 2023
Legislature Gov. Ivey calls special session on redistricting The governor further cautioned against plans by some lawmakers to push forward on a wide-ranging and divisive agenda. Bill BrittJune 27, 2023
Governor Ivey announces appointments Gov. Kay Ivey announced a new round of appointments Thursday. Jacob HolmesJune 23, 2023
Legislature “Parental rights” bill signed into law The bill identifies parental rights as "fundamental rights," which the bill's sponsor says will make it harder for government to interfere. Jacob HolmesJune 22, 2023
Legislature Sources: Ivey to call reapportionment special session for mid-July The special session became necessary when the U.S. Supreme Court ruled Alabama's voting maps to be discriminatory. Josh MoonJune 21, 2023
Education Governor: Alabama First Class Pre-K Program to expand The department will initially add 69 classrooms in 30 counties this fall, providing seats for more than 1,200 children. StaffJune 21, 2023