Education PARCA: Average ACT scores, college readiness dropped for class of 2022 Average scores are down from a pre-pandemic high for the class of 2017. John H. Glenn21 hours ago
Legislature Sen. Gudger’s patient visitation bill passes Alabama Senate The legislation would allow residents and patients of health care facilities to "visit with any individual of their choosing" during visiting hours. John H. Glenn5 days ago
Legislature Alabama Senate passes bill to cut correctional incentive time The bill ostensibly tightens an already narrow window for incarcerated individuals serving in historically overcrowded prisons. John H. Glenn5 days ago
Municipal elections Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed launches re-election campaign Montgomery municipal elections are scheduled for later this year. John H. Glenn6 days ago
Prisons Fifth incarcerated man confirmed dead at St. Clair prison since January Eight incarcerated individuals have been confirmed dead in state custody so far this month. John H. Glenn6 days ago
Legislature Exclusive: DAs Association pushing bills on gun crime, retail theft and fentanyl One bill would add additional penalties for individuals convicted of a violent crime caught in possession of a firearm. John H. GlennMarch 22, 2023
Courts SCOTUS rejects street preacher’s First Amendment case against the University of Alabama Lower federal courts, including the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, previously sided with the university. John H. GlennMarch 21, 2023
National Mexico seizes Vulcan Materials facility, prompting criticism from Britt Sen. Katie Britt described the incident as a "militarized seizure." John H. GlennMarch 20, 2023
Prisons Board of Pardons and Paroles denies parole to dead man Incarcerated individuals who die prior to their hearing date are "typically" removed from the parole hearing docket. John H. GlennMarch 17, 2023
Legislature Legislature approves $1.06 billion pandemic relief spending The House concurred 96-0 with the Senate's amended legislation. Final approval now rests with Gov. Kay Ivey. John H. GlennMarch 16, 2023