News AG Marshall urges U.S. secretary of state to stop plastic negotiations Twelve state attorneys general asked Secretary Blinken to stop plastic pollution negotiations, arguing it could harm the U.S. Mary Claire WootenNovember 26, 2024
Local news Mayor Woodfin proposes $20M for revitalization in budget amendments The proposed changes prioritize street resurfacing, sidewalks, traffic calming measures, and increased funding for blight reduction. StaffNovember 26, 2024
National USDA names three Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas USDA Secretary Thomas J. Vilsack designated three Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas due to a recent drought. StaffNovember 26, 2024
News Two Alabama officials elected to National League of Cities’ leadership positions Center Point Mayor Bobby Scott Jr. was elected to serve a one-year term as first vice president of NLC’s NBC-LEO. StaffNovember 26, 2024
Party politics Alabama GOP announces leadership transition ALGOP Executive Director Reed Phillips is departing to pursue a new professional opportunity. Jacob HolmesNovember 25, 2024
Local news Book challenging group calls for Fairhope Library board chair’s resignation The library board previously voted to keep two challenged books available for minors. Jacob HolmesNovember 25, 2024
Legislature Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat During his tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives, Woods authored the Alabama Child Protection Act, supported the reduction of sales tax on groceries. StaffNovember 25, 2024
State Former ADVA commissioner on controversial firing: “There will be at least one lawsuit” Davis claims that the governor's use of her "supreme executive power" to remove him was not only unsubstantiated, but potentially unlawful. Alex JobinNovember 25, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | An Alabama town has its asset frozen because our gambling laws are ridiculous The town of Lipscomb can't pay its employees because it's the subject of an AG's lawsuit over electronic bingo. Josh MoonNovember 25, 2024
Education Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system The Alabama education system “will adapt as we focus on teaching young Alabamians,” state superintendent says. Chance PhillipsNovember 25, 2024