Public safety Opinion | The heart of public safety: Investing in law enforcement for a safer Alabama Public safety is the most critical component of a successful community, and sadly, we have areas in our state that are struggling with violent... Nathaniel Ledbetter1 day ago
Governor Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers The legislation, introduced by Sen. Chris Elliott, R-District 32, allows private schools to contract SROs. Alex JobinMarch 25, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell introduces the Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act This legislation aims to provide adequate Medicare reimbursement for emergency service providers, helping them hire and retain EMT staff. StaffMarch 25, 2025
News Alabama Department of Transportation warns of text scam Anything you receive claiming to be a toll collection effort from ALDOT is a scam, according to ALDOT. StaffMarch 25, 2025
Economy Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024 A report reveals that economic development efforts in 2024 secured 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians. StaffMarch 25, 2025
Party politics ADP chair issues retraction, ends fundraising spat with former senator ADP chair Randy Kelley issued a retraction Friday of comments he made about former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones. Josh MoonMarch 24, 2025
News AECC finalizes land deal for Alabama Farm Center at Hallmark Farm The Alabama Farm Center is expected to host livestock shows, equestrian competitions, rodeos, and more. StaffMarch 24, 2025
Governor Governor signs SB115, the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act This bill enhances the current law regarding the offense of impersonating a police officer. StaffMarch 24, 2025
State APLS cuts funding to Fairhope Library due to “sexually explicit” books The anti-censorhip group Read Freely criticized the action and announced a fundraiser to offset the loss of state funding. Jacob HolmesMarch 21, 2025
News APLS fires state library director after year of tensions Board member Ron Snider called Pack's termination "a result of unfounded allegations made about her by extremists, including on this board." Jacob HolmesMarch 21, 2025
Elections Alabama House passes bill to establish post-election audits The bill would require an audit to be performed in a randomly selected precinct in each county after any general election. Alex JobinMarch 21, 2025