Courts Gov. Ivey calls special primary election for Alabama-drawn State Senate map The August 11 vote will follow an appeals court ruling that allowed the 2021 map for Senate Districts 25 and 26. Staff2 days ago
Prisons Marshall: “There is no moratorium on executions in Alabama” Marshall said he supports Ivey's review of the state's procedures, but said the death penalty cannot be indefinitely put on pause as victim's seek... Jacob HolmesDecember 5, 2022
News Governor invites Alabamians to annual Christmas tree lighting Trees in years past have measured in at approximately 35 feet, but this year’s cedar boasts a towering height of 40 feet. StaffDecember 2, 2022
State BCA and CCAA announce 2022 Small Business Award winners The awards recognize small businesses and the widespread positive impacts they have on their communities. StaffDecember 2, 2022
National Rep. Sewell votes to avert national rail shutdown This measure passed the House by a bipartisan vote of 290 to 137. StaffDecember 2, 2022
Environment Innovate Alabama forms council on outdoor recreation The aim of the council is to expand, promote and protect the state’s outdoor recreational landscape. StaffDecember 2, 2022
State Alabama Mining Association announces Safety and Sustainability Award winners AMA’s goal with the awards is to highlight examples of successful safety and sustainability initiatives in the mining industry. StaffDecember 2, 2022
Prisons Incarcerated man confirmed dead at Donaldson Correctional Facility Tycia Leon Marshall, a 41-year-old incarcerated man at the Jefferson County facility, was found unresponsive by correctional staff on Wednesday morning. John H. GlennDecember 1, 2022
Economy Wage gap task force narrows recommendations The task force will recommend banning employers from asking about salary history, and increasing childcare access and education opportunities. Jacob HolmesDecember 1, 2022
News Helena Duncan named CEO, president of the Business Council of Alabama Duncan will become the first African American president of BCA, effective Dec. 1. StaffDecember 1, 2022
Congress Sewell nominates Hakeem Jeffries to serve as next Democratic leader Jeffries is poised to become the first African American to lead either party in the House of Representatives. StaffDecember 1, 2022