Governor Ivey speaks at Turnaround Academy kickoff In the fall of 2022, Ivey launched the turnaround schools initiative, targeting $15 million for the 15 schools that needed it most. Jacob HolmesSeptember 20, 2023
State Civil rights group to settle with city of Florence over ordinances used to curb protests Project Say Something said they expect the city council to pass new ordinances that clarify and add protections for protestors. Jacob HolmesSeptember 19, 2023
Infrastructure Sen. Britt on I-65 widening vs. West Alabama Highway: Why not both? Growing up in a rural community, Britt said it is important to provide critical infrastructure to rural areas as well as making much-needed expansions... Jacob HolmesSeptember 19, 2023
Local news North Shelby Library Board fires back at “misinformation” by Rep. Susan Dubose, others The library board said the "community" did not take issue with the library's pride month display, and said librarians aren't indoctrinating children. Jacob HolmesSeptember 18, 2023
Education Leader of DOJ Civil Rights Division delivers remarks at Miles College convocation Kristen Clarke urged the students to use their talents and develop them at Miles College to make change. Jacob HolmesSeptember 15, 2023
State House speaker, majority leader urge APLS to address library controversy The House leaders threatened to use budgetary authority and statutory power to address the controversy if the APLS does not act. Jacob HolmesSeptember 14, 2023
Legislature Bill to criminalize absentee ballot assistance back on the docket The bill appears to pick up right where it left off in the Senate last session, and seems primed for Republican approval. Jacob HolmesSeptember 13, 2023
Courts LDF joins lawsuit challenging racist electoral practices in Newbern The plaintiffs claim that they have continually faced unlawful discrimination in attempting to vote and hold office in Newbern. Jacob HolmesSeptember 13, 2023
Elections Woodfin, Daniels endorse Hendrix for District 55 "I'm honored to have the support of these remarkable public servants," Hendrix said. Jacob HolmesSeptember 13, 2023
Local news Book-censoring battle moves to Fairhope Fairhope City Council President Jay Robinson said the council does not have input into library content. Jacob HolmesSeptember 12, 2023