Education Alabama’s CHOOSE Act education savings accounts funded for 2025 school year Over 23,000 students from every grade level received approval, totaling over $124 million in education savings accounts for school choice. Staff7 hours ago
Education ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy Alabama has gained prominence for creating the nation’s first registered apprenticeships in higher education. StaffMarch 17, 2025
Education State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change. Mary Claire WootenMarch 14, 2025
Environment New lodge coming to Cheaha State Park The new Cheaha State Park Lodge will feature three hotel towers with a total of 32 guest units in a variety of configurations. StaffMarch 13, 2025
Environment Applications now accepted for new Alabama State Parks Ambassador Program Anyone interested can submit an online application to become an Alabama State Parks ambassador. StaffMarch 13, 2025
Infrastructure Alabama roads ranked 2nd nationwide amid debate over truck weight limits Despite remarkable progress, challenges loom in the form of SB110 and HB204, which would increase weight limits for log trucks. Bill BrittMarch 12, 2025
Health Cancer advocate urges Alabama senators to protect research funding NIH is the largest federal funder of medical research in the U.S. In 2023, the organization provided more than $35 billion in grants. Wesley WalterMarch 12, 2025
Education Rep. Sewell welcomes Dr. Walter Gonsoulin as National Superintendent of the Year He is the first Alabama educator to win this national title. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Environment 2025 Outdoor Alabama Photo Contest winners announced Nearly 2,000 photos were entered. StaffMarch 12, 2025
Party politics New DNC chair: A change is coming New DNC chair Ken Martin said the Democrats have learned some tough lessons and they're changing the way they fight, from top to bottom Josh MoonMarch 11, 2025
State SPLC honors 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday by urging others to continue the march Leaders said the chaos and confusion of today's political climate is a threat to the civil rights that Bloody Sunday leaders worked so hard... Jacob HolmesMarch 10, 2025