State PCI chair talks gambling potential, tribal growth and helping Alabamians CEO Stephanie Bryan said PCI is growing rapidly but that the tribe remains focused on Alabama and helping the people of the state. Josh Moon14 hours ago
State Wes Allen announces secretary of state’s office spending cuts Spending cuts initiated by Allen include decreasing the advertising budget for Alabama’s Photo Voter ID program. Wesley WalterJune 17, 2025
Local news City of Birmingham launches summer violence reduction initiatives Programs like Rise Up Birmingham and Flipping the Game offer training, leadership roles, and economic opportunity. StaffJune 17, 2025
State “No Kings” protests scheduled around Alabama, large crowds expected The protests, which are meant to counter Trump's military parade, will be held in at least 13 Alabama cities. Josh MoonJune 13, 2025
State Trump-backed cuts threaten lifeline utility aid program Trump’s proposed bill could eliminate LIHEAP, a utility assistance program benefitting thousands of low-income Alabama families amid rising heat. Mary Claire WootenJune 12, 2025
Public safety ALDOT warns of “unpaid toll” text scam ALDOT warned citizens about a new text scam claiming unpaid toll fees. Jacob HolmesJune 12, 2025
Education Opinion | Giving our young people a second chance Alabama's REACH Act, now law, offers young people a second chance to earn their diploma. Matt WoodsJune 12, 2025
Prisons State kills Gregory Hunt in third execution of 2025 Gregory Hunt was executed Tuesday, the state's third execution of 2025. This marked the fifth use of the controversial nitrogen hypoxia method. Jacob HolmesJune 11, 2025
Elections Wahl talks 2026 election cycle, calls for shift to closed primaries Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl called for closed primaries to secure ballots, ensuring only Republican voters decide the GOP nominee. Wesley WalterJune 11, 2025
Education Gov. Ivey appointing Ami Brooks to lead Department of Early Childhood Education Ivey appointed Ami Brooks to lead the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education, citing her passion for serving the state's youngest residents. StaffJune 11, 2025
State Ribbon cutting ceremony held to celebrate McCarty’s Ferry Public Boat Ramp’s renovations A ribbon cutting celebrated McCarty's Ferry Public Boat Ramp's major renovations, bringing enhanced access and improved outdoor recreation opportunities for anglers, hunters, and boaters. StaffJune 11, 2025