Prisons Gov. Kay Ivey sets execution date for Jamie Mills Mills was sentenced to death in 2007 after being convicted for the 2004 double homicide of Floyd and Vera Hill. Patrick Darrington11 mins ago
Prisons Two men attempted suicide in Alabama prisons Sunday, one died 34-year-old Steven Seay’s death marks at least 56 people who have died inside ADOC prisons this year. Patrick DarringtonJune 14, 2023
Education Child wellbeing in Alabama may be declining slower than other states Alabama held up better in COVID, but still faces many challenges and remains behind in many indicators. Jacob HolmesJune 14, 2023
State Alabama NAACP to host voting rights summit in Shelby County The summit will come on the 10th anniversary of the Shelby v. Holder decision. Patrick DarringtonJune 14, 2023
Health Commission awards competitive licenses for medical cannabis industry Competition was particularly strong for integrated facility and dispensary licenses. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2023
Education Governor signs HB342, expanding alternative certification pathways for teachers The legislation aims to help address the ongoing teacher shortage in Alabama. StaffJune 13, 2023
Education Birmingham-Southern awaits bailout Birmingham-Southern announced their intent to work with the treasurer for a loan. Samuel StettheimerJune 12, 2023
State Alabama colleges participate in multi-state active shooter training The series of active shooter mass casualty training exercises were held at Jefferson State Community College. StaffJune 12, 2023
Education ACHE reviews increased budgets for higher education The increased funding includes $9 million each for need-based tuition assistance programs administered by ACHE. Jacob HolmesJune 12, 2023
News Women’s Foundation opens new headquarters In 2022, the Women’s Foundation secured over $700,000 for organizations serving women in 21 counties. Samuel StettheimerJune 9, 2023
Education Stillman College names Yolanda Page as next president Her previous experience heavily focused on academics. Samuel StettheimerJune 9, 2023