Elections Report: No Alabama county saw more than 3 votes cast by noncitizens Three in four Alabama counties were found to have no record of noncitizen voting activity. Jacob Holmes9 hours ago
Party politics ALGOP among first to complete phase one of RNC GROW program The Alabama Republican Party successfully completed the first phase of the RNC’s GROW program, a rigorous benchmark for state parties. StaffSeptember 17, 2025
Education NSF awards Troy University professor grant to study recycled plastic safety Liu received a significant grant to research ways to ensure recycled plastics are safe, aiming to give consumers peace of mind. StaffSeptember 17, 2025
Education State superintendent threatens teachers over social media posts Eric Mackey said "vile" social media posts in the wake of Charlie Kirk's shooting death could lead to investigations and terminations. Josh MoonSeptember 16, 2025
State Scofield moving from BCA to EIA Former Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield is leaving the Business Council of Alabama for the Energy Institute of Alabama. Josh MoonSeptember 16, 2025
Education ACHE approves procedures for law enforcement family scholarship program The Alabama Commission on Higher Education approved procedures for the scholarship program, which has an annual cap of $10 million. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 16, 2025
State Alabama leaders reflect on 16th Street Baptist Church bombing’s anniversary The act of racial terror caused the deaths of 11-year-old Carol Denise McNair and 14-year-olds Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins and Cynthia Wesley. Wesley WalterSeptember 16, 2025
Elections P&CMA endorses Rhett Marques for US Congress The association cited Marques’ pro-business policies during his tenure in the state House. StaffSeptember 16, 2025
News Marshall County passes resolution opposing changes to online sales tax A battle is brewing between municipalities, counties and school boards over how to distribute the fast-growing revenue source. Jacob HolmesSeptember 15, 2025
Health RFK Jr.’s rhetoric, vaccines are safe and effective, CDC scientists are public servants UAB professor Dr. Michael Saag broke down the vaccine approval process and explained why our vaccines are so safe and effective. Josh MoonSeptember 15, 2025
Environment $3 million Vestavia Hills stormwater infrastructure grant delayed The funds were earmarked for drainage improvements in the city as part of ongoing attempts to improve stormwater drainage. Wesley WalterSeptember 15, 2025