Prisons Alabama Reentry Commission releases final report The commission released its final report ahead of the group's continuation as a task force to continue monitoring progress. Mary Claire Wooten9 hours ago
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grant for law enforcement training statewide The grants come from funds made available to the state by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 17, 2023
Corruption Will Dismukes found guilty of first-degree theft of property Because the jury found the state proved certain aggravating circumstances, Dismukes could face a prison sentence of up to 20 years. Jacob HolmesApril 14, 2023
Environment Alabama environmentalist lands on Time’s “Influential People” list Flowers has been the driving force behind an effort to address devastating wastewater issues in several communities. Josh MoonApril 14, 2023
State 90 businesses submit medical cannabis license applications The properly filed, amended, and corrected applications, will proceed to the review, evaluation and scoring process. StaffApril 14, 2023
State Five electric vehicle showcases scheduled around the state in April Drive Electric Alabama is hosting five showcase events throughout the state this month. StaffApril 14, 2023
Education “Divisive Concepts” bill headed back to the House for the second year White lawmakers voted yes while Black legislators voted no. Patrick DarringtonApril 13, 2023
State State, federal law enforcement raid 14 casinos in Jefferson County The Alabama AG's Office obtained temporary restraining orders against the casinos, closing them for at least the near future. Josh MoonApril 13, 2023
Prisons ADOC moving all litigation to AG’s office The transition comes after AG Steve Marshall stripped ADOC attorneys of litigation authority. Josh MoonApril 13, 2023
State AG’s office raids two Jefferson County electronic bingo casinos Electronic bingo casinos have been popping up all over Jefferson County, with some cities in the county offering casino licenses. Josh MoonApril 12, 2023
State Sen. Britt, husband Wesley aid injured athlete at son’s track meet Witnesses took pictures of the Britts and wrote on Facebook about their action to assist the fallen long-jumper. Bill BrittApril 12, 2023