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- Elections
SPLC to host “Vote in my Honor” event to boost turnout
Members of U.S. Congress request statistics on non-citizen voting
Dobson proposes legislation to “notify officials when placing non-citizens in communities”
Secretary of state reminds Alabamians to register to vote
Alabama nonprofits join forces for “Defend the Ballot” initiative
- 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
- 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
Clean Up Prattville stories
Local news
Interim director Tammy Bear told APR the books have not been removed from the collection, but have been temporarily taken off the catalog.
Local news
Two of the new nominees rejected the idea that they are in Clean Up’s corner.
Local news
Three longstanding members of the Autauga-Prattville Public Library board abruptly quit Monday.
Local news
Three of the seven board members that have been serving during a tumultuous time for the library have now resigned.
Featured Opinion
Library de-funders are not here to empower all parents; they only want to empower those who think like them.
Featured Opinion
Books provide us with an opportunity to grow and learn. Some people are determined to steal that from our kids.
Education
What exactly are the books that have been challenged by the Prattville group, which has now expanded its efforts statewide?
State
The vote came at the urging of APLS District 5 board member John Wahl, chair of the Alabama Republican Party.