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Congress Rep. Sewell pans President Trump’s attempt to eliminate the U.S. Department of Education "Trump and Musk want to steal from America’s most vulnerable children to fund their tax cuts for the wealthy," Sewell said. StaffMarch 21, 2025
Environment Officials dedicate Moon Tree at Monte Sano State Park The current Moon Tree plantings pay homage to a similar program conducted as part of the Apollo 14 mission in 1971. StaffMarch 21, 2025
Environment Rep. Shane Stringer files bill to reopen Big Creek Lake for recreational usage The legislation resulted from an abrupt decision by the Mobile Area Water System to permanently close Big Creek Lake. StaffMarch 21, 2025
Elections After APR exposed David Cole’s fraud, Tuberville’s residency next in the crosshairs APR’s investigation toppled Rep. David Cole — could Tuberville face the same reckoning under Alabama’s strict residency laws? Bill BrittMarch 20, 2025
Health Senate committee approves bill regulating PBMs, protecting local pharmacies A new Senate bill would prohibit PBMs from negative reimbursements and make other changes to protect independent pharmacies. Josh MoonMarch 20, 2025
Legislature Senate committee approves bill allowing virtual parole hearings for inmates Under current law, inmates are not permitted to attend their parole hearings. Mary Claire WootenMarch 20, 2025
Legislature House Public Safety Committee members raise concerns over police obstruction bill Rep. Chris England called the legislation "troublesome," saying that the bill gives too much discretion to a law enforcement officer. Alex JobinMarch 20, 2025
Elections Cindy Myrex announces bid for Alabama House District 12 seat This election follows the planned resignation of current Rep. Corey Harbison. StaffMarch 20, 2025
Courts Alabama chief justice praises Senate bill expanding accountability courts Chief Justice Sarah H. Stewart called accountability courts an important tool to hold offenders accountable while providing the treatment and services. StaffMarch 20, 2025
Legislature Alabama Big 10 Mayors applaud Glock switch ban Trigger activators turn semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons. StaffMarch 20, 2025