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 Holmes4 days ago
Prisons Three incarcerated die in two Alabama prisons in last week Eleven incarcerated individuals have been confirmed dead so far in March. John H. GlennMarch 29, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Kratos SRE welcomes Sen. Britt to facility in Birmingham Kratos SRE’s growth within Birmingham is part of the company’s overall strategy to expand leading-edge technology capabilities. StaffMarch 29, 2023
Prisons Mandatory Release vs. Parole: What’s the difference? Rep. Jerry Starnes said declining parole approvals were a hoax and claimed mandatory release lets out prisoners "left and right." Jacob HolmesMarch 28, 2023
Education PARCA: Average ACT scores, college readiness dropped for class of 2022 Average scores are down from a pre-pandemic high for the class of 2017. John H. GlennMarch 28, 2023
Prisons Protestors call for external review of Alabama execution protocol "We do not trust the Alabama Department of Corrections to properly investigate itself, and who would?" an organizer said. Jacob HolmesMarch 27, 2023
State ALBBAA launches annual Big Gobbler Photo Contest The annual Big Gobbler Photo Contest is designed to showcase Alabama’s Black Belt. StaffMarch 27, 2023
Aerospace and Defense Sen. Britt: Space Command HQ at Redstone still best for national security “Locating the permanent Space Command Headquarters on Redstone Arsenal undoubtedly remains in the best national security interest of the United States,” Britt said. StaffMarch 24, 2023
State A million dollar move for Pardons and Paroles An ill-advised move in 2019 will end up costing taxpayers more than a million dollars for BPP to wind up in the same building. Josh MoonMarch 24, 2023
State Business Council of Alabama announces “Renew Alabama” The four-year plan aims to propel Alabama to become a national leader in innovation, workforce development, healthcare and economic growth. StaffMarch 24, 2023
Prisons Fifth incarcerated man confirmed dead at St. Clair prison since January Eight incarcerated individuals have been confirmed dead in state custody so far this month. John H. GlennMarch 23, 2023