Education House approves $12.1 billion education budget, nearly doubles CHOOSE Act funding Democrats criticized the CHOOSE Act funding, arguing that the program diverts funding that could be used to better public schools. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
State Alabama lawmakers propose Veterans Resource Center for holistic support The initiative aims to create a comprehensive, sustainable resource hub for veterans, military personnel and their families. StaffFebruary 5, 2025
Health Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support Jackson Hospital and Clinic in Montgomery is facing imminent closure after defaulting on $60 million in debt in September. Alex JobinFebruary 5, 2025
State Blueprint Alabama launches to build a blue Alabama Blueprint Alabama launched with the mission of achieving what some say is impossible — turning Alabama blue. StaffFebruary 5, 2025
Congress U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care Britt Introduces Bipartisan Legislation with Senators Maggie Hassan, Susan Collins, Tina Smith to Expand Access to Maternal Health Care. Bill BrittFebruary 4, 2025
Prisons Federal judge allows Demetrius Frazier’s execution to proceed Frazier is the fourth person to be subjected to the new execution method. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 4, 2025
Party politics Alabama GOP unveils 2025 legislative agenda focused on conservative goals The party’s agenda includes a range of proposals spanning tax policy, education, public safety, and social issues. StaffFebruary 3, 2025
Health Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds One federally funded ADMH program has sought to ease stress on residential psychiatric facilities and the criminal justice system. Wesley WalterFebruary 3, 2025
State Gov. Ivey names Greg Reed as Alabama’s first secretary of workforce Secretary of Labor Marty Redden will retire, paving the way for Greg Reed to become the state's first secretary of workforce. StaffFebruary 3, 2025
Health Tuberville backs RFK Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services Tuberville himself has been highly critical of pharmaceuticals and has engaged in conspiratorial rhetoric. Alex JobinJanuary 31, 2025
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey announces new round of “Rebuild Alabama” projects There were 24 projects selected for funding for a total of just over $40 million in state transportation funding. Jacob HolmesJanuary 31, 2025