Legislature Alabama House to vote on bill for voluntary firearm storage program The Houston Hunter Act promotes voluntary and temporary firearm storage to reduce suicide rates for residents. Mary Claire WootenApril 1, 2025
Health Rural health activist talks telehealth innovations, facing funding cuts In light of dwindling rural healthcare access, an Auburn University program is seeking to use emerging technologies to fill gaps. Wesley WalterApril 1, 2025
Congress Sens. Tuberville, Britt cosponsor tax deduction for timber lost in natural disasters The bill would establish tax deductions for foresters who lose timber as a result of natural disasters. Alex JobinApril 1, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell’s legislation to return stolen money to taxpayers, passes House unanimously It is estimated that 40,000 IRS checks alone were stolen nationally in 2024. StaffApril 1, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt introduces the Stop Antisemitism on College Campuses Act The bill would rescind federal funding from universities that "encourage antisemitism or facilitate antisemitic events on campus." StaffApril 1, 2025
National North Alabama’s unions denounce Trump’s executive order eliminating collective bargaining “This order is a middle finger to the one million working people it affects directly," said Jacob Morrison, president of the North Alabama Area... StaffApril 1, 2025
Education Gov. Ivey reminds Alabama families CHOOSE Act applications close next week Alabama families must apply by April 7 through the CHOOSE Act program website. StaffApril 1, 2025
News ALBBAA launches Big Gobbler Photo Contest for 13th year Hunters have the chance to submit their best turkey hunting photos for a chance to win a prize package. StaffApril 1, 2025
News Lt. Gov. announces “Heroes Welcome” initiative named partner of U.S. Department of Defense The website covers topics that include employment opportunities, education options, housing availability, local services and others. StaffApril 1, 2025
News Federal funding for Alabama libraries challenged on multiple fronts If the grants aren't eliminated altogether, an executive order bars them from being used to "promote gender ideology." Jacob HolmesMarch 31, 2025