Prisons Alabama prisoners planning new work strike in 2026 With scrutiny of Alabama prisons at a high point, prisoners are planning a new work strike to demand change. Jacob Holmes1 hour ago
Environment Alabama tests childcare, schools for lead in drinking water ADEM, DHR, Early Childhood Education, and ALSDE assisted facilities across the state with voluntary drinking water lead testing, analyzing over 5,000 samples. StaffNovember 6, 2025
Prisons ADOC wins Detention Facility Innovation Award at JAILCON25 The Alabama Department of Corrections was recognized for its new Use of Force Policies and Review Procedures. StaffNovember 6, 2025
Infrastructure Gov. Ivey celebrates milestone in Alabama’s Middle-Mile Fiber Network Ivey and leaders marked the fiber network's crossing of the Alabama River, a major step in expanding high-speed internet across the state. StaffNovember 6, 2025
Health Survey: Caregivers say Medicare Advantage eases burdens and cuts costs A survey finds caregivers overwhelmingly credit Medicare Advantage with easing burdens, saving time and money. StaffNovember 5, 2025
Health Medical Association, BCBS announce enhancements to “prior authorization” process The changes aim to ensure less paperwork for chronic conditions and no surprise denials. StaffNovember 5, 2025
State Three new members inducted into prestigious Alabama Academy of Honor Former freedom rider Bernard Lafayette Jr., former Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson and UAB President Ray Watts joined the exclusive club. Jacob HolmesNovember 4, 2025
State Alabama Dems: There’s money to fund SNAP but it isn’t a priority for state Republicans Alabama Democrats called on Gov. Ivey and state Republicans to take a more active role in helping hungry families during the shutdown. Josh MoonNovember 4, 2025
Environment Mandatory testing dates announced for Alabama’s CWD Management Zone All deer harvested by hunters on certain public land in the Chronic Wasting Disease Management Zone are required to be sampled throughout the season. StaffNovember 4, 2025
Health Rep. Sewell releases statement on start of ACA Open Enrollment Last Friday, Sewell released a statement as over 450,000 Alabamians looked to enroll in health care coverage. StaffNovember 3, 2025
Education ASU lands largest ever donation from philanthropist Mackenzie Scott The donation from Mackenzie Scott will transform the historically Black college, president Quinton Ross said in a letter to alumni. Josh MoonOctober 28, 2025