News APLS chair urges libraries to ensure no federal funds used to “promote gender ideology” In an email to library directors, APLS Chair John Wahl ordered audits of collections and programs to ensure no federal funds support gender ideology. Jacob Holmes11 hours ago
News Innovate Alabama awards $15 million to organizations driving innovation This brings the total number of supported organizations to more than 170, all dedicated to driving innovation in Alabama. Bill BrittFebruary 17, 2025
Congress Sens. Tuberville, Britt call for end to federal estate tax The so-called Death Tax Repeal Act would completely eliminate the federal estate tax levied on the transfer of personal property. Alex JobinFebruary 17, 2025
News Alabama lawmakers recommends blended K-12 funding model The Joint Legislative Study Commission on Modernizing K-12 Schools Education Funding adopted its report for the Legislature on Thursday. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 14, 2025
Governor Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth These grants aim to accelerate the development of industry-ready sites, positioning Alabama to attract transformative economic growth projects. StaffFebruary 14, 2025
News Senate Judiciary Committee approves several bills including Glock switch legislation The committee approved SB116 and SB31, two bills that look to create penalties for the possession of Glock switches. Alex JobinFebruary 13, 2025
News Alabama NAACP to host advocacy day, oppose SB1 and other Legislation The event aims to address concerns with Alabama legislators regarding the impact of various legislative bills. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News Manufacture Alabama launches “The Coolest Thing Made in Alabama” competition The competition designed to showcase and celebrate the state's manufacturing industry and its diverse range of products. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Health Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care HB89 provides prenatal care to low-income pregnant people, improving maternal health with an estimated $1 million annual cost. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 13, 2025
Courts Ten defendants plead guilty in sports betting and money laundering scheme Court records indicate that the operation, known as Red44, was a sophisticated bookmaking network. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
News Alabama considers school safety legislation Alabama lawmakers are considering legislation that would allocate funding to public schools for emergency response technology. StaffFebruary 13, 2025