Courts A potential settlement in the long-running Mable Amos Trust case A settlement order entered by a Montgomery County judge on Thursday could bring to a close the long-running Mable Amos Trust case. Josh Moon3 days ago
Education Auburn trustees approve veterans center renovation Foy Hall project will expand services, visibility and support for Auburn’s growing student veteran community. StaffJune 12, 2026
Environment Gov. Ivey announces $87 Million in RESTORE Act funding for projects in Coastal Alabama The money targeted marsh creation, Dauphin Island shoreline work, water quality upgrades and cross-state habitat restoration tied to Deepwater Horizon. StaffJune 12, 2026
Elections John Jacobs endorsed by Alabama Citizens for Life in HD37 race The former Randolph County schools superintendent will face voters Tuesday in a Republican runoff. StaffJune 12, 2026
Education Alabama among three states selected for $700K Lumina Foundation grant The funding will support AI-powered tools and streamlined guidance for adults returning to college to finish credentials tied to workforce needs. StaffJune 12, 2026
State Alabama neo-nazi plotted to kill journalist who reported on him Cuevas allegedly told an undercover cop the journalist was a "pawn who needed to be taken off the board." Jacob HolmesJune 11, 2026
Elections ALGOP committee to hear challenge to Tuberville nomination behind closed doors The party’s contest rules give ALGOP broad control over the hearing, but APR found no express rule barring release of evidence. Bill BrittJune 11, 2026
Health Democrats urge contraception protections on Griswold anniversary With a giant IUD as backdrop, state Democrats rallied in favor of the right to contraception as federal lawmakers ignited a push to codify... Wesley WalterJune 11, 2026
Economy NFIB reports decline in small business optimism amid rising fuel costs, labor shortages Job openings hit their lowest level since 2020 as owners scaled back hiring plans and prepared to raise prices. Alex JobinJune 11, 2026
Health Yellowhammer Fund sees busiest month since resuming abortion aid Yellowhammer Fund recorded its busiest month since reopening a year ago, driven by reduced national abortion funding. Mary Claire WootenJune 11, 2026
News Rickwood Caverns State Park celebrates completion of new road, addition of new playground The upgrades improved interstate access, added bike lanes and expanded family amenities at one of Alabama’s notable natural destinations. StaffJune 11, 2026