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 Moon17 hours ago
Prisons Will the Legislature address prison overcrowding before session’s end? Rep. Jim Hill's bill which would give judges more discretion in sentencing faces an uphill climb in the state Senate. Chance PhillipsMay 7, 2024
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 HolmesMay 1, 2024
State Alabama NAACP’s Shelby Summit 2024: A catalyst for change The Shelby Summit is a call to action to urge Congress to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. StaffMay 1, 2024
State State Library Service to hear 100 speakers on rule changes The speakers are just the tip of the iceberg, with the APLS reportedly receiving some 4,000 letters during the comment period. Jacob HolmesApril 30, 2024
Education Alabama A&M plans to buy, transform BSC campus into branch This initiative could transform the educational landscape of Birmingham. StaffApril 30, 2024
Infrastructure Greenville I-65 South rest area replacement beginning May 1 The current structure will be demolished, and an updated rest area will be built in the same location. StaffApril 29, 2024
Education TROY Football Hall of Famer Freddie Thomas named to Board of Trustees Thomas, a 2015 inductee into the Troy University Sports Hall of Fame, was a member of the 1984 and 1987 NCAA Division II National... StaffApril 26, 2024
Prisons Forgiveness and Hope: Robert George’s 31-year journey to freedom Several individuals helped fight for Robert George’s release. Patrick DarringtonApril 25, 2024
Economy Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force. Josh MoonApril 24, 2024
State Board schedules 63 parole hearings, 19 pardon hearings Last week, the board held 43 parole hearings and 24 pardon hearings. Patrick DarringtonApril 23, 2024