State Cannabis Commission director to step down—maybe? John McMillan, the executive director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, is stepping down—or maybe not. Josh Moon12 hours ago
Education Brad Newman appointed president of Shelton State Community College Chancellor Jimmy Baker announced the selection of Brad Newman as president of Shelton State Community College. StaffMarch 11, 2021
Education Cynthia Anthony appointed president of Lawson State Community College Chancellor Jimmy Baker announced the appointment of Cynthia Anthony as president of Lawson State Community College. StaffMarch 11, 2021
State Former Alabama attorney general, chief justices support new trial for man on death row The state's top legal minds asked the court to follow requests from the Jefferson County district attorney and prosecutor to grant a new trial. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 10, 2021
Health Two Alabama National Guard teams to begin COVID-19 vaccinations March 23 The two mobile units are to administer at least 8,000 vaccinations weekly in underserved, rural areas. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 10, 2021
Environment Alabama Native-American tribe wants a voice in coal ash debate With 21 million cubic yards of coal ash to be removed, it is estimated that 2 million truckloads of coal ash would pass through... Bill BrittMarch 10, 2021
Education Alabama college enrollment for recent graduates at five-year low Despite 92 percent of students graduating — a record number for Alabama — only 58 percent entered into higher learning. John H. GlennMarch 10, 2021
State Governor proclaims March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Gov. Kay Ivey signed a proclamation designating the month. StaffMarch 10, 2021
State Over half of Alabamians now live in just eight counties Alabama's 20 smallest counties have all lost population since 2010, according to population estimates. Brandon MoseleyMarch 9, 2021
Education University of South Alabama suspends three professors over racist costumes One dressed as a confederate soldier. The other two held a noose and a whip. Josh MoonMarch 8, 2021
State Gov. Ivey, former Sen. Jones, Rep. Sewell and Rep. Aderholt address PARCA annual forum The five-part forum explained and examined issues and opportunities in providing access to broadband. John H. GlennMarch 8, 2021