Legislature Legislators to consider allowing high school athletes to earn NIL income HB489 would permit high school athletes to profit from NIL deals under certain guidelines. Mary Claire WootenApril 29, 2025
Public safety Data reveals Alabama to have fifth highest rate of gun violence in the U.S. With a rate of 213.6 shooting incidents per 100,000 residents, Alabama ranks fifth in gun violence per capita. Alex JobinApril 29, 2025
News Montgomery groups to protest May Day, rally for workers’ rights The event aims to celebrate International Workers’ Day and rally support for working individuals affected by current economic policies. StaffApril 29, 2025
Infrastructure West Alabama Highway construction HQ to be located in Demopolis At peak construction, the West Alabama Highway is expected to employ approximately 700 workers. StaffApril 29, 2025
News “Unparalleled” fundraiser tapped to lead Alabama healthcare high school foundation The Foundation is the support system for creation of the fourth state specialty high school, scheduled to open in fall of 2026. StaffApril 29, 2025
News Owners show off electric vehicles in Birmingham and metro Mobile The EVs on display included full-sized pick-ups from Chevy, Ford, GMC and Rivian, as well as a Tesla Roadster. StaffApril 29, 2025
Courts Parents sue AMCC for failing to create patient registry, delaying cannabis access Parents demand court intervention as Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission delays treatment access despite clear legal mandates. Bill BrittApril 28, 2025
Elections Tuberville residence question doesn’t rest on income tax filings alone Residency doubts are no longer whispers — Tuberville’s ambitions now hang on his willingness, or refusal, to prove he's qualified to run for governor. Bill BrittApril 28, 2025
Legislature Battle brewing over exit between Pine Level, Prattville The growing Pine Level community voted to incorporate in September 2023 and the town has already expanded since then. Jacob HolmesApril 28, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The bureaucracy you should really hate The phony debate over approving ready-to-drink cocktail sales is an example of government bureaucracy that doesn't get enough hate. Josh MoonApril 28, 2025