Legislature Gov. Ivey signs “Lulu’s Law” to create shark alert system for Alabama beaches The system is modeled after Amber Alerts, designed to provide real-time information to beachgoers and emergency personnel. StaffMay 7, 2025
Legislature Bill to expand volunteer opportunities for retired physicians heads to Ivey’s desk House Bill 346 would remove the 100-hour annual volunteer service requirement for retired physicians. StaffMay 7, 2025
Infrastructure Mobile River Bridge project advances as ALDOT, KMT begin pre-construction work Ed Austin, ALDOT chief engineer, called the development a major milestone. StaffMay 7, 2025
Elections ALGOP announces qualifying for HD12 Special Election House District 12 represents portions of Cullman County and was previously held by Rep. Corey Harbison. StaffMay 7, 2025
Opinion Opinion | HB202 is Alabama’s chance to lead the nation on backing the blue It’s time we show them we’ve got their backs — because they have yours. Chief Bill PartridgeMay 7, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt, colleagues introduce the Immigration Parole Reform Act The Immigration Parole Reform Act would "ensure parole is granted on a case-by-case basis and not used to illegally admit entire classes." StaffMay 7, 2025
Governor Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise public safety legislation signed by Governor Ivey Senate Bills 118 and 119 received broad bipartisan support. StaffMay 7, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Remembering George McMillan I never heard anyone say, “I do not like George McMillan.” Steve FlowersMay 7, 2025
Education In Spanish Fort, LGBTQ picture books housed in adult section Minors must be 18 or have parental approval to access YA and adult titles like Hunger Games and Bathe the Cat. Jacob HolmesMay 6, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Reduced port traffic, disrupted supply chain means economic troubles ahead Empty American ports and a disrupted American supply chain spell economic trouble ahead for all Americans. Josh MoonMay 6, 2025