Education Apple, Alabama Power launch $16 million digital education initiative This new initiative established future-focused community learning hubs with $16 million in state funding, bridging the digital divide across Alabama. Wesley Walter5 hours ago
Party politics ALGOP among first to complete phase one of RNC GROW program The Alabama Republican Party successfully completed the first phase of the RNC’s GROW program, a rigorous benchmark for state parties. StaffSeptember 17, 2025
Education NSF awards Troy University professor grant to study recycled plastic safety Liu received a significant grant to research ways to ensure recycled plastics are safe, aiming to give consumers peace of mind. StaffSeptember 17, 2025
Education State superintendent threatens teachers over social media posts Eric Mackey said "vile" social media posts in the wake of Charlie Kirk's shooting death could lead to investigations and terminations. Josh MoonSeptember 16, 2025
State Scofield moving from BCA to EIA Former Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield is leaving the Business Council of Alabama for the Energy Institute of Alabama. Josh MoonSeptember 16, 2025
Education ACHE approves procedures for law enforcement family scholarship program The Alabama Commission on Higher Education approved procedures for the scholarship program, which has an annual cap of $10 million. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 16, 2025
State Alabama leaders reflect on 16th Street Baptist Church bombing’s anniversary The act of racial terror caused the deaths of 11-year-old Carol Denise McNair and 14-year-olds Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins and Cynthia Wesley. Wesley WalterSeptember 16, 2025
Health RFK Jr.’s rhetoric, vaccines are safe and effective, CDC scientists are public servants UAB professor Dr. Michael Saag broke down the vaccine approval process and explained why our vaccines are so safe and effective. Josh MoonSeptember 15, 2025
Environment $3 million Vestavia Hills stormwater infrastructure grant delayed The funds were earmarked for drainage improvements in the city as part of ongoing attempts to improve stormwater drainage. Wesley WalterSeptember 15, 2025
Education Alabama Board of Education outlines key budget asks ahead of FY27 Alabama education officials outlined FY 2027 budget priorities at their monthly meeting ahead of the budget vote next month. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 12, 2025
Health Drug compounding advocate talks Alabama regulations, GLP-1 “frenzy” Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding, explained how compounders filled gaps during drug shortages and provided custom formulations. Wesley WalterSeptember 12, 2025