News Librarians, supporters rail against new regime at Alabama Public Library Service Librarians and citizens condemned APLS board actions and leadership as it defined "sexually explicit" and a member proposed further restrictions. Jacob Holmes9 hours ago
Environment “Fins, Feathers and Flowers” Weekend returns to Lakepoint State Park The signature event is renowned for its celebration of nature and outdoor recreation. StaffMarch 27, 2025
Education Troy University launches College of Science and Engineering The university is also launching a new electrical and electronics engineering degree program. StaffMarch 27, 2025
Health Alabama honors doctors amid growing physician crisis A new report shows Alabama is now ranked as the most difficult state in the region for physicians to practice medicine. StaffMarch 27, 2025
Elections Wes Allen praises Trump’s executive order prioritizing election integrity The EO adds a government-issued proof of citizenship requirement to federal voter registration forms. StaffMarch 27, 2025
News APLS Chair John Wahl: “We all know what ‘sexually explicit’ is” Wahl provided a federal definition of "sexually explicit conduct" that doesn't appear to apply to written content. Jacob HolmesMarch 26, 2025
Health Southern Medicaid advocates lambast proposed federal cuts Robyn Hyden said cuts would “push us backwards in terms of helping to support workers and everyday Alabamians staying healthy.” Chance PhillipsMarch 26, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell advocates for Alabama’s trade interests in House subcommittee Sewell raised concern about Alabama’s trade stability during a Trade Subcommittee meeting on Tuesday. Mary Claire WootenMarch 26, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt introduces legislation to improve passenger vehicle safety The legislation "would modernize vehicle safety tests by requiring the use of the most advanced testing devices available." Alex JobinMarch 26, 2025
News Bill Clark named president of the CoachSafely Foundation Clark is a longtime advocate for athlete safety and has served as vice president since the Foundation’s inception. StaffMarch 26, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell’s statement on Trump Administration’s mishandling of classified information "I seriously question the judgement and capacity of these Trump officials to inform and implement our national security policy," Sewell said. StaffMarch 26, 2025