Public safety Parole applicants’ low-risk status has little effect on outcomes An ACLU analysis found opposition at hearings sharply reduced release chances, while Alabama still barred applicants from speaking for themselves. Jacob Holmes3 hours ago
Public safety Governor awards over $6.6M to increase traffic safety awareness, enforcement across Alabama Regional grants will fund overtime patrols and education campaigns targeting speeding, impaired driving, seat belt violations and child restraint use. Staff4 hours ago
Public safety Ivey awards grants for statewide programs to increase traffic safety in Alabama The money will support extra enforcement shifts, child passenger education, crash data systems and outreach on impaired and distracted driving. Staff3 days ago
Public safety ALDOT suspends lane closures amid severe weather The pause will cover major routes in 10 south Alabama counties as officials urge drivers to avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather. Staff6 days ago
Governor Governor declares State of Emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation Officials say the Gulf system could reach Alabama as a hurricane Friday, prompting preparations ahead of potential landfall. StaffOctober 8, 2026
News State Rep. Easterbrook sought sex with minor, says new filing Easterbrook billed himself as a protector of family values and last session voted for a bill to allow the death penalty for child predators. Jacob HolmesOctober 6, 2026
Featured Opinion Opinion | Police shortages aren’t unique to Montgomery. Neither are the solutions Despite the rhetoric, Montgomery isn't the only city with police officer shortages. Another Alabama city offers the solution to those problems. Josh MoonOctober 6, 2026
Public safety Islamic Academy faced weekend bomb threat Police swept the Homewood campus with dogs and found no danger, while officers planned extra patrols as the investigation continued. Jacob HolmesOctober 6, 2026
News State Rep. Easterbrook charged with human trafficking in Escambia County sting A multi-day operation also led to arrests of a school board president and a public works director, authorities said. Jacob HolmesOctober 5, 2026
Health State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week Businesses were urged to update signs and policies, with bill supporters and ADPH framing the upcoming change as advancing clean air in public spaces. Wesley WalterSeptember 28, 2026