Local news Birmingham Police recruitment efforts show positive progress Birmingham's $16 million police recruitment plan sees positive results, with new candidates and increased academy participation. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 22, 2025
Health Alabama commissioners discuss crisis services amidst mental health crisis Alabama leaders highlight progress in mental health crisis response but face challenges with access to services. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 21, 2025
Congress Britt applauds HUD secretary nominee Scott Turner at Senate hearing Britt questioned Turner about how he would measure efficiency in HUD’s programming. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 17, 2025
Courts Supreme Court hears arguments on Porn ID law similar to Alabama’s Alabama passed a nearly identical bill, HB164, in the last legislative session. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 16, 2025
State Reentry Alabama discusses occupational licensing reform Reentry Alabama highlights challenges in workforce reentry due to Alabama’s broad occupational licensing barriers, urging legislative reform. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 15, 2025
State Alabama panhandling laws challenged under First Amendment The 11th Circuit Court is expected to issue a final ruling later this year. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 14, 2025
News PARCA: Population growth despite lower trends in natural change Alabama's population grew by 40,000, driven by migration and international immigration, but faces challenges with aging and low birth rates. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 10, 2025
Legislature Pre-filed bill would require timely wheelchair repairs HB75 mandates timely wheelchair repairs and dealer accountability, with penalties for non-compliance. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 9, 2025
Congress Sen. Katie Britt reintroduces Laken Riley Act in 119th Congress Britt reintroduced the Laken Riley Act to detain undocumented immigrants accused of theft amid increased bipartisan support. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 8, 2025
Local news Decatur City Council to review police department’s internal review Green Research and Technology will share findings from it's 1,150-hour review of the Decatur Police Department. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 7, 2025