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The commission plans to meet monthly to discuss avenues to reduce the recidivism rate ahead of the next legislative session.
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- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey deploys first responders to Florida, additional National Guard to N.C.
Gov. Ivey awards grant for program to combat distracted driving
Gov. Ivey signs letter asking for “full accounting” of CHNV parole program
Governor awards $172,000 to SADD for safe driving program
Gov. Ivey deploys Alabama National Guard to North Carolina
- Legislature
England: Alabama’s increased parole rate proves board oversight is necessary
Alabama Arise unveils 2025 roadmap for change in Alabama
Bill would penalize not disclosing concealed firearms to law enforcement
Legislators approves $1.16 million for wastewater solutions
Legislature salaries to rise alongside median household income in 2025
- Economy
Innovate Alabama makes landmark investment in Huntsville’s Kalm Therapeutics
Alabama Department of Labor releases data on top jobs in August
Alabama’s new economic plan identifies 8 key sectors for future economic growth
2024 Alabama Retailers of the Year named
Ivey announces ILJIN to invest $100 million in Auburn aluminum operation
- National
Dobson, Figures portray each other as out-of-touch elites in second debate
Rep. Sewell announces $2.2 million in federal funding to revitalize Selma infrastructure
Rep. Sewell announces funding to ensure clean, safe drinking water in Alabama
SCOTUS rejects IVF clinic’s appeal in watershed case
War Game: Doug Jones plays AG in coup simulation
- Education
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
$400,000 in scholarships available for automotive manufacturing training
Network of Alabama Academic Libraries reflects on 40th year
Department of Revenue publishes proposed rules for CHOOSE Act
HBCU CARES responds to Gov. Ivey’s proclamation declaring October 2024 as HBCU Month
- Health
Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage
Southern Research launches project offering free genetic testing
Jarrod Johnson named CEO of UAB Callahan Eye
Thomasville Regional Medical Center closure intensifies Alabama’s rural healthcare crisis
Fertility doctor speaks on IVF, HOPE with Fertility Services Act
- Opinion
Opinion | Celebrating World Mental Health Day in the state of Alabama
Opinion | Alabama needs bold leadership, not recycled policies from D.C.
Opinion | Caroleene Dobson’s true Alabama story
Opinion | How PSAOs support Alabama’s independent pharmacists
Opinion | Public Natural Gas Week: A celebration of consumer choice and community growth
Cam Ward stories
News
This small group has made a big accomplishment in conquering the Birmingham DRC program and getting their lives on track.
Public safety
Ward is currently the director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles.
Prisons
Rep. Jerry Starnes said declining parole approvals were a hoax and claimed mandatory release lets out prisoners "left and right."
Legislature
A recent amendment to a bill in the Alabama House would allow the bureau to use microchips, at its discretion.
Prisons
The total number scheduled for early release is more than 400.
Prisons
The director of the Bureau of Pardons and Paroles said fewer than 100 people are in state prison solely on marijuana charges.
State
Bureau officers may need to assist someone experiencing an opioid overdose during the performance of their duties.
Legislature
Sen. Tom Whatley's idea is to have parole guidelines similar to sentencing guidelines implemented by the state in 2013.
Legislature
“We have to get more serious about the total package on the reform side,” House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels said.