Infrastructure Governor awards $24.7 million in grants for broadband The nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas. StaffMarch 6, 2023
Prisons Governor asks AG to resume executions after ADOC completes execution protocol ADOC is adding more medical personnel and equipment after the review, but the department is seeking more time to execute. Jacob HolmesFebruary 27, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s about to start botching executions again The ADOC has reviewed itself and determined that the real cause of its three botched executions were all of these laws. Josh MoonFebruary 27, 2023
State Gov. Ivey awards funds to assist low-income residents with water bills ADECA is administering the grants from funds provided by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. StaffFebruary 27, 2023
Prisons 60-plus lawyers ask for independent review of execution protocols The letter suggests state officials follow the example of the state of Tennessee, which launched an independent investigation. John H. GlennFebruary 24, 2023
Economy Nucor Corp. plans $125 million facility in Decatur Nucor has committed to creating 200 full-time jobs at the facility in Decatur. StaffFebruary 23, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey announces grants to support domestic violence shelters The funding is through the state’s Domestic Violence Trust Fund. StaffFebruary 16, 2023
Economy Automotive supplier Samkee Corp. selects Alabama for first U.S. plant Parts production at the advanced casting facility in Macon County is expected to begin in 2024. StaffFebruary 13, 2023
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey and ADOL encourage veteran hiring Alabama employers can hire veterans by applying to and participating in the Hire Vets Medallion Award Program. StaffFebruary 10, 2023
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards $5.6 million for law enforcement programs The funds were made available to the state by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffFebruary 9, 2023