Education Alabama furthering efforts to improve early childhood education Over 400 pre-K through 3rd grade classes are funded through the P-3 initiative. Mary Claire Wooten22 hours ago
Public safety Billboards put up in Montgomery to demand justice for Steve Perkins Perkins was shot and killed by police on Sept. 29 in Decatur. Patrick DarringtonDecember 1, 2023
State Governor selects Brigadier Gen. David Pritchett as next leader of Alabama National Guard The governor’s appointment of Pritchett is effective January 1, 2024. StaffDecember 1, 2023
Education William Filmore elevated to vice chancellor at Troy University Filmore has been appointed as the new vice chancellor of government and external relations. StaffDecember 1, 2023
State Analysis | Medical Cannabis licensing in Alabama: A closer look at the application process Out of 37 applicants, fewer than a third have presented completely unredacted applications. Bill BrittNovember 30, 2023
State Marshall leading charge against LGBTQ+ foster home policy The new rule would require state and tribal title agencies to better accommodate LGBTQ+ youth. Patrick DarringtonNovember 30, 2023
Prisons Daughter says her incarcerated father was buried at a prison without family’s knowledge Burgee said the entire ordeal was gut-wrenching and her family had the moment to bury her father and receive closure “stolen” from them. Patrick DarringtonNovember 30, 2023
State 2023 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners announced in Birmingham Some 46 finalists were celebrated for their impact throughout the state and local communities. StaffNovember 30, 2023
State County commissioners convene in Auburn to set legislative priorities The commissioners heard from a variety of speakers Wednesday on what to expect in the coming legislative session. Jacob HolmesNovember 30, 2023
Prisons Another incarcerated death, and two ADOC staff arrested for drug possession Two ADOC staff members at Staton and Elmore Correctional Facility face charges for contraband. Patrick DarringtonNovember 29, 2023
Education Despite criticisms, libraries have followed proper protocol in response to book challenges In Prattville and beyond, library staff and board members have been largely following proper protocol to deal with challenges. Jacob HolmesNovember 29, 2023