Health Jackson Hospital delays closure announcement as questions mount over future The hospital postponed a closure decision, giving leaders more time while deeper questions about its financial future still remain unanswered. Bill Britt19 hours ago
Aerospace and Defense Ainsworth: Alabama Space Guard would provide support for U.S. Space Command, create jobs Ainsworth said a Space Guard unit within the Alabama National Guard would "logically provide much-needed support for U.S. Space Command." John H. GlennJanuary 11, 2022
Infrastructure Port of Mobile posts record container growth in 2021 In 2021, the Port experienced minimal to no congestion, no vessel delays at anchor, and posted vessel-to-rail turn times within 24 hours. StaffJanuary 11, 2022
Infrastructure Eastern Shore, Mobile MPOs announce ALDOT support of I-10 Bridge and Bayway framework ALDOT reiterated that it will commit at least $250 million in state funding for a final project, which is double the federal commitment. StaffJanuary 11, 2022
Elections Auto dealers endorse Katie Britt for U.S. Senate Conservative Republican Katie Britt has announced that she has gained the support of the Automobile Dealers Association of Alabama. StaffJanuary 11, 2022
Infrastructure Alabama Port Authority launches new website, rebrands The new website and branding campaign reflect over six months of work. StaffJanuary 11, 2022
Health Alabama hospitals, schools react as COVID surges While some public school systems are requiring masks, others are taking a wait-and-see approach as cases and hospitalizations increase statewide. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 10, 2022
National Doug Jones calls for building “pro-democracy coalition” Although Jones placed the events of Jan. 6 on the radical right, he called for voters to avoid electing extreme candidates on either side. Jacob HolmesJanuary 10, 2022
Aerospace and Defense Huntsville’s Marshall Space Flight Center names new associate director The Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, one of NASA's most extensive facilities, announced the appointment of a new associate director Thursday. John H. GlennJanuary 10, 2022
Elections Ed Packard qualifies with Alabama GOP Packard, a resident of Prattville, announced his candidacy late last year, calling for post-election audits for elections conducted in Alabama. John H. GlennJanuary 10, 2022
Elections Wood to seek re-election for House District 38 Wood is seeking re-election to a second term. StaffJanuary 10, 2022