Public safety
Following a weekend mass shooting, Reed said his conversation with Ivey was productive and he welcomes any assistance with fighting crime.
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- Elections
Rhett Marques announces campaign raised more than $500,000 in less than two months
Manufacture Alabama endorses Jack Williams for ag commissioner
P&CMA endorses Katherine Robertson’s campaign for attorney general
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Rep. David Standridge
Manufacture Alabama endorses Caroleene Dobson for secretary of state
- Governor
Gov. Ivey will not call special session to redraw district maps found to violate the VRA
Gov. Ivey announces appointments across multiple state entities
Gov. Ivey declares September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Gov. Kay Ivey proclaim October 12 as Farmers’ Day in Alabama
Gov. Ivey prepares to administer Rural Health Transformation Program
- Legislature
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
Lawmaker says group threatened to burn his home, land over dog deer hunting
New bill seeks to add Alabama rotisserie chicken to SNAP eligibility
Alabama Board of Pharmacy faces backlash over Open Meetings Act violation
Lawmaker proposes bill forcing schools to lead pledge of allegiance or lose funding
- Economy
Secretary of State Wes Allen releases tutorial to help Alabama small business owners
NFIB: Small business optimism declines in September
National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business
Meta to expand Montgomery data center, upping local investments to $1.5 billion
Manufacture Alabama adds four new directors to board
- National
Conservative justices question constitutionality of key Voting Rights Act plank
ALGOP files amicus brief in Supreme Court regarding redistricting case
Alabamians prep for second wave of “No Kings” protests
Alabama’s Congressional delegation praises announced Gaza peace plan deal
Reps. Aderholt, Moore condemn FDA approval of generic abortion medication
- Education
Troy University to cover tuition assistance for military students affected by shutdown
Magic City Academy receives five-year contract renewal
Alabama launches digital education network with Apple, Alabama Power
Alabama High School Athletic Association comms director to retire
Board of Education moves to overhaul outdated school counseling plan
- Health
Jackson Hospital on brink of closure, officials tell Montgomery City Council
Alabama commission hears testimonies on drone use in health, disaster response
Pre-filed bill would eliminate prostate cancer screening costs for high-risk men
Local pediatricians combat fear of Tylenol use during pregnancy
Alabama hospitals to face millions in losses if ACA subsidies expire
- Opinion
News
Blount County DA honored for trials, victim advocacy, and child protection work
News
From crime reduction to community centers, Reed says “Montgomery is working”
Governor
The combined law enforcement effort to address violent crime in the Montgomery area achieved positive results, with violent crime down 30 percent.
Local news
After a challenging weekend, city officials enacted an aggressive series of actions, including increased patrols and new technologies, to bolster public safety.
Opinion
Violence prevention isn’t just about data or funding — it’s about presence.
Local news
Programs like Rise Up Birmingham and Flipping the Game offer training, leadership roles, and economic opportunity.
Public safety
ALDOT warned citizens about a new text scam claiming unpaid toll fees.
Public safety
The proposed scoring guidelines would add more detailed criteria and alter some point values.
Public safety
Public safety is the most critical component of a successful community, and sadly, we have areas in our state that are struggling with violent...
Public safety
With a rate of 213.6 shooting incidents per 100,000 residents, Alabama ranks fifth in gun violence per capita.