Infrastructure Port of Mobile revenue hits record after channel expansion The Alabama Port Authority reported record revenue of $245 million in fiscal 2026, touting increased cargo demand and expanded ship channel capacity. Mary Claire Wooten19 hours ago
Health Thomasville Regional Medical Center closure intensifies Alabama’s rural healthcare crisis Financial challenges have plagued the hospital since it lost COVID-related federal aid in 2022. StaffSeptember 27, 2024
Infrastructure Officials celebrate $22 million in funding to overhaul Ardmore sewer system Leaders from the various state, federal and local agencies took part in a check ceremony. StaffSeptember 26, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey clarifies: no plans to deploy National Guard in Birmingham State Rep. Juandalynn Givan said Monday that Birmingham is “one step away from having to call in the National Guard.” Jacob HolmesSeptember 25, 2024
Education Troy Chancellor Hawkins reflects on diversity, legacy at university Hawkins, who has served as chancellor at Troy since 1989, is the longest-serving chief executive of a public university in the United States. Wesley WalterSeptember 25, 2024
Education Prattville Library argues book selection is “government speech” in new filing The Autauga-Prattville Public Library board of trustees is asking a federal judge to deny a motion for a preliminary injunction. Jacob HolmesSeptember 24, 2024
Education League of Women Voters hosts panel on Alabama library attacks for “Banned Books Week” Panelists discussed a year of "attacks" on state libraries. Jacob HolmesSeptember 24, 2024
Public safety Alabama PREP Center graduates 51 in reentry program, boosts job readiness This cohort included 51 individuals who completed a range of reentry programs, including mental health and substance use counseling. StaffSeptember 24, 2024
State Alabama Democrats call for actions in wake of Birmingham shooting Tired of "thoughts and prayers" in the wake of shootings, Alabama Democrats called Sunday for meaningful action to address gun violence. Josh MoonSeptember 23, 2024
State 11th Circuit upholds Alabama rule requiring surgery for driver’s license change The policy requires transgender individuals to undergo gender reassignment surgery before they can change the sex designation on their driver’s licenses. Bill BrittSeptember 23, 2024
Education Troy University Board of Trustees urges Chancellor Jack Hawkins to reconsider retirement The Troy University Board of Trustees has unanimously requested Chancellor Dr. Jack Hawkins Jr. to reconsider his decision to retire. Bill BrittSeptember 23, 2024