Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grants to support statewide efforts to fight drugs Ivey awarded grants to the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and the state’s seven regional drug task forces. Staff1 day ago
Legislature Ainsworth, Military Stability Foundation announce Military Bills Package The package includes 13 bills aimed to cement Alabama’s status as the most military-friendly state in the nation. Staff1 day ago
State Four Prattville library employees fired after closing library to stand with fired director “We will not stand for this," one library associate said. Jacob Holmes4 days ago
State Gov. Ivey awards $54,596 to assist victims of sex trafficking Two grants totaling $54,596 went to a nonprofit organization that provides shelter and care to victims. Staff4 days ago
National Over 170 Alabama municipal officials attend National League of Cities Conference The organization is dedicated to helping municipal leaders build better communities. Staff4 days ago
Courts Orange Beach spends $300K to settle anti-LGBTQ discrimination suits Both lawsuits describe a hostile environment created by the former recreation director, and actions from the mayor and council that perpetuated the situation. Jacob Holmes5 days ago
Prisons Incarcerated man dies after five months in prison Approximately 43 people have died in Alabama prisons since the beginning of 2024. Patrick Darrington5 days ago
Congress Sewell votes for bill that could lead to US TikTok ban "All TikTok has to do to remain operational in the United States is divest from its Chinese-owned parent company," Sewell said. Staff5 days ago
Legislature Big 10 Mayors: Strengthen penalties for firing weapons into buildings, vehicles A bill would increase the criminal penalties for firing into occupied homes, businesses, vehicles, rail cars, and other buildings. Staff5 days ago
Elections Reps. Sewell, Brown lead bipartisan letter on AI election interference Experts have warned of the negative consequences this could have for voting rights and safety and security of our elections. Staff5 days ago