Prisons Lawmakers review proposed parole guidelines and prison progress The Joint Prison Committee met for its quarterly meeting to discuss updates ahead of a public hearing at the end of July. Mary Claire Wooten11 hours ago
State Gov. Ivey awards grant to assist forensic investigations in Alabama ADECA is administering the grant from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. StaffApril 7, 2023
State Governor announces Rebuild Alabama funds more local projects With this round of funding, more than $145 million in state transportation has been awarded. StaffApril 6, 2023
Education School “choice” in one of the most segregated, unequal systems in the country De facto segregation persists, with Birmingham public schools ranking among the least integrated and most unequal in the country. Ellen GomoryApril 5, 2023
State Alabama’s Doug Jones wins award for upholding the rule of law Jones will be one of five individuals to receive the National Judicial College’s Making the World a More Just Place Award. StaffApril 5, 2023
State Big 10 Mayors support economic incentives legislation, urge swift approval Reauthorizing Alabama’s economic incentives is part of the Alabama Big 10 Mayors 2023 legislative agenda. StaffApril 5, 2023
Party politics Alabama Republican House Caucus launches “In Session” podcast The first episode features an interview with Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter. StaffApril 4, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in over half of Alabama’s counties These meetings bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to support local efforts to expand broadband infrastructure. StaffApril 4, 2023
Party politics ALGOP suggests Trump indictment is politically motivated Trump's arraignment is set for Tuesday, and he is expected to surrender the same day to law enforcement. John H. GlennApril 3, 2023
Public safety Montgomery, state considering citations for misdemeanor marijuana possession The policies being considered at both the state and municipal level look to the example of Tuscaloosa. Jacob HolmesApril 3, 2023
Environment Public invited to submit comments to Moody fire working group The group will review the response to the fire, and identify shortcomings or gaps in authority and resources. StaffMarch 31, 2023