Elections Rep. Ensler says he would push for gambling legislation as lieutenant governor Alabama politicians need to “focus on the things that are gonna improve people’s quality of life,” Ensler said. Chance Phillips2 days ago
News Wetumpka Wildlife Arts Festival offers “something for everyone” in 2024 The festival, which is free and open to the public, begins Saturday. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Governor Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to combat distracted driving The campaign aims to reduce the number of children killed in distracted driving incidents by 10 percent. StaffOctober 11, 2024
News Faulkner Bible lectureship to host high-profile debate on gambling Faulkner University will address one of the state's most hotly contested topics—gambling—in its annual high-profile debate. StaffOctober 11, 2024
Courts Majority of voters support mandating insurance coverage of IVF, polling shows Of those surveyed, 89 percent said that they support IVF treatment. Alex JobinOctober 11, 2024
News Decatur Personnel Board meets for demoted firefighter’s appeal hearing Decatur Fire employee Kevin Jackson's appeal hearing revealed disputes over the severity of his demotion and interpretation of events. Mary Claire WootenOctober 10, 2024
Education CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers The CHOOSE Act now has a website where education service providers and, eventually, Alabama families can prepare for the state’s new program. Jacob HolmesOctober 10, 2024
Health Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage Alabama has the nation’s second-lowest ratio of dentists per population. Alex JobinOctober 10, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces funding to ensure clean, safe drinking water in Alabama The EPA is awarding $43.9 million to Alabama to support lead pipe replacement and ensure clean, safe drinking water. StaffOctober 10, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards over $7.6 million for Alabama highway safety enforcement The grants will help fund major highway safety campaigns. StaffOctober 10, 2024
Public safety Birmingham looks to expand gun violence intervention program The Birmingham VIP2 has seen high rates of success and low rates of incarceration and retaliation among its clients since 2023. Mary Claire WootenOctober 9, 2024