State Public hearing on state aid for libraries reveals few support Ivey’s proposed code changes About 80 speakers showed up Tuesday to voice their opinion on Gov. Kay Ivey’s proposed changes. Jacob Holmes3 days ago
State Roads at Joe Wheeler Park paved with long-lasting asphalt made from recycled tires Roads inside Joe Wheeler State Park had not been repaved since the 1990s. StaffApril 22, 2024
Education Alabama leads nation in preschool quality, behind in enrollment The state is one of only five in the country to meet 10 of 10 benchmarks by the National Institute for Early Education Research. Jacob HolmesApril 19, 2024
State Child labor violations discovered at several locations for food franchise The operator was found to have employed 149 children under the age of 16 who worked longer than federal law permits. Patrick DarringtonApril 19, 2024
Infrastructure Alabama buys Foley Beach Bridge, ends tolls This strategic move will render the bridge toll-free, enhancing accessibility to the state's flourishing coastal areas. Bill BrittApril 19, 2024
Education Alabama’s First Class Pre-K leads the nation in quality for 18th year Alabama is one of only five states in the country to meet 10 of 10 research-based quality standard benchmarks. StaffApril 19, 2024
State State retirees could see cost-of-living adjustment Employees who retired before October 2023 could see a 3 percent cost-of-living-adjustment. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2024
State LIFT Academy Flight Training Program headed to Tuskegee LIFT is teaming with Tuskegee University and the city of Tuskegee to base the training center at the storied Moton Field. StaffApril 18, 2024
State Board of Medical Examiners welcomes new leaders, members The Alabama State Board of Medical Examiners has new leadership and two new members. StaffApril 18, 2024
State Alabama DHR announces new round of child care bonuses Licensed child care providers may apply for the grants that pay for a bonus of $3,000 for full-time employees. Jacob HolmesApril 17, 2024
Prisons Advocate’s incarcerated husband stabbed The husband of an incarcerated advocate was stabbed in an Alabama Department of Corrections facility. Patrick DarringtonApril 16, 2024