Prisons Forgiveness and Hope: Robert George’s 31-year journey to freedom Several individuals helped fight for Robert George’s release. Patrick Darrington21 hours ago
Health Study links low Medicaid eligibility limits with lowered cancer survival Advocates with the American Cancer Society are urging state leaders to use federal relief funds to expand eligibility. Micah DanneyMay 26, 2021
Education Alabama PACT board approves 10 percent increase for tuition, fees The board approved a 10 percent increase to the current rate paid by the PACT Program for tuition and fees. StaffMay 26, 2021
Education Trial delayed for defendants in virtual schools fraud case Athens Superintendent Trey Holladay, his wife and another Athens Schools employee face multiple fraud charges. Josh MoonMay 25, 2021
Health Alabama has second fewest number fully vaccinated against COVID-19 Only Mississippi has fewer fully vaccinated residents. Alabama ranks third-lowest among those who have received at least one dose. Eddie BurkhalterMay 25, 2021
Health Gov. Kay Ivey signs “vaccine passport” ban into law However, the law spells out no penalties for issuing such passports. Eddie BurkhalterMay 25, 2021
State Alabama can learn from other states on how to set up cannabis industry An expert predicted that all states will each have their own unique systems of growing and distributing marijuana. Brandon MoseleyMay 25, 2021
State Drive Electric Earth Day EVent showcases benefits of electric vehicles Visitors spent Saturday talking to EV owners, the best source of information for cost, range, charging time and other factors. StaffMay 24, 2021
Infrastructure Port of Mobile deepening, widening to be completed by 2025 By the year 2025, there will be a deeper and wider Mobile Ship Channel and an improved lower harbor turning basin. StaffMay 21, 2021
Prisons Department of Justice: Alabama prisons still deadly, years after warnings Despite warnings in 2019, the state has failed to address violence, contraband and homicides, according to the Department of Justice. Eddie BurkhalterMay 20, 2021
Education Four new Community College System trustees sworn in, new board leadership selected The board selected Milton Davis as chairman, replacing outgoing board member Al Thompson, who served as chair since 2015. StaffMay 20, 2021