Governor Gov. Ivey announces final round of 2026 Rebuild Alabama grants More than $3.8 million went to 13 local road projects, with cities and counties adding $1.3 million in matching funds. Wesley Walter20 hours ago
Infrastructure Alabama airports receive more than $3.1 million in ALDOT grants The funding will support runway repairs, lighting upgrades, taxi lane construction and hangar work across public-use airports statewide. Wesley WalterJuly 31, 2026
Education Birmingham proposes $45 million investment in student careers The package would fund career training, upgraded courts and financial literacy efforts without tapping Birmingham’s general fund. StaffJuly 30, 2026
Prisons Analysis shows excessive force suits against ADOC officers cost taxpayers $20M The cost to defend and often settle cases against ADOC officers accounts for 63 percent of the state's liability fund. Jacob HolmesJuly 29, 2026
Aerospace and Defense Gov. Ivey recaps Alabama’s showing at Farnborough International Airshow State leaders pitched Alabama’s aerospace strengths to global companies, with $60 million in planned investments announced at the expo. Wesley WalterJuly 29, 2026
Health Report urges further transparency for Alabama crisis pregnancy centers The nonprofit report found few publicly listed medical directors despite increasingly offering ultrasound services and growing government buy-in. Wesley WalterJuly 28, 2026
News ALDOT announces Bridge Strike Awareness Week Officials urged drivers of tall vehicles to check loads, plan routes and heed clearance signs to prevent costly, dangerous strikes. StaffJuly 28, 2026
Prisons State, DOJ reach settlement to end federal oversight of Tutwiler prison A decade after investigators detailed widespread sexual abuse, Alabama officials said reforms improved safety at the women’s prison. Jacob HolmesJuly 27, 2026
Infrastructure Opinion | Protecting communities requires comprehensive planning A smart approach to data centers in Alabama. Ron SparksJuly 27, 2026
Education Alabama launches new “Alabama Career Pathways” initiative to strengthen workforce pipeline State leaders paired a Career and Technical Education roadmap with major facility investments aimed at connecting students to high-demand careers. StaffJuly 27, 2026
Agriculture Sen. Britt applauds $20M purchase of surplus catfish products Alabama producers stood to gain relief as USDA’s move targeted surplus supply in an industry employing more than 2,400 statewide. StaffJuly 27, 2026