Local news Madison schedules second public hearing on water fluoridation decision Madison, Alabama, wants to stop water fluoridation due to safety and cost concerns, but this has sparked mixed public reactions and opposition. Mary Claire WootenMay 13, 2025
News Office of Information Technology releases update on May 2025 cybersecurity event Alabama’s OIT is working with experts to contain the breach, secure systems and restore services after employee credentials were compromised. Alex JobinMay 13, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Protecting our rural roots with 2025 Legislative Session accomplishments As leader of the Alabama Senate, I have spent much of my time bringing laser-like focus to accomplishing this mission. Garlan GudgerMay 13, 2025
Elections Clint Hollingsworth qualifies for House District 12 special election Hollingsworth, a four-term councilman, filed Tuesday to compete in the July 15 special GOP primary for House District 12. StaffMay 13, 2025
News Women’s Foundation of Alabama appoints Kimberly L. Jackson as new president and CEO With more than 20 years of corporate strategy and community investment experience, Jackson will lead efforts to expand women’s economic opportunity statewide. StaffMay 13, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell requests investigation from Library of Congress Inspector General The lawmakers urged the IG to probe unauthorized transfer of Library of Congress data and improper communications with the executive branch. StaffMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs law expanding entertainment incentives to include music albums It carries over unspent funds, adds music albums and renames the film office. StaffMay 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs bills to tighten voter ID, expand immigrant biometric collection SB158 bars foreign driver’s licenses for voting and SB63 mandates biometric collection from illegal immigrants to boost safety. StaffMay 13, 2025
Congress Rep. Figures defends legacy, inspires grads at Tuskegee commencement In a powerful address, Figures honors HBCU history and urges Class of 2025 to lead with purpose, passion, and principle. Bill BrittMay 12, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | When the center cannot hold In an age where truth is drowned by noise and cruelty parades as strength, we still have a choice — to stand for conscience,... Bill BrittMay 12, 2025