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 Holmes23 hours ago
Prisons Billion dollar prison healthcare contract halted after claims of “undue influence” YesCare was awarded the $1.06 billion contract, despite not being the lowest bidder. Questions linger about several aspects of the bid process. Josh MoonFebruary 7, 2023
Environment 3M to stop making PFAS chemicals that contaminate North Alabama water supply New EPA regulations, not supported by Alabama's GOP congressmen, are one of the factors that have affected the decision. Jacob HolmesFebruary 6, 2023
Environment ADEM: Moody fire not “discernibly” impacting water quality The EPA detected hazardous levels of chemicals in the air, but ADEM says there's no similar hazard to water quality. Jacob HolmesFebruary 6, 2023
Prisons Another incarcerated individual has died in state custody Fulmer's death is the tenth fatality confirmed to APR in the state corrections system this month. John H. GlennFebruary 3, 2023
Education $4 million awarded to support early childhood education The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services awarded the funding for Alabama’s Preschool Development Grant initiative StaffFebruary 3, 2023
Environment ADEM takes enforcement action against former used oil transporter Alabama Oil & Gas Recovery has ceased operations at a facility on Blackjack Road in Trussville. StaffFebruary 2, 2023
Party politics Gov. Ron DeSantis is coming to Alabama DeSantis will be the special guest at the Alabama Republican Party's annual winter dinner. StaffFebruary 2, 2023
State GreeneTrack closes its doors, dozens of employees laid off A recent Alabama Supreme Court decision left the casino with no alternative but to close. Josh MoonFebruary 1, 2023
Prisons Nearly 100 incarcerated people near the end of their sentence released The total number scheduled for early release is more than 400. John H. GlennFebruary 1, 2023
Prisons Three prisoners die at Donaldson, Ventress Correctional Facilities Three incarcerated individuals died over the weekend in state custody. John H. GlennFebruary 1, 2023