Governor Ivey replaces five Alabama Public Television board members amid PBS debate The dramatic changes to the organization’s board followed months of debate over Alabama Public Television’s relationship with PBS. Chance PhillipsOctober 5, 2026
Infrastructure Governor authorizes construction of new Mobile River Bridge The $3.2 billion effort, Alabama’s largest transportation project, is set for a Friday groundbreaking after financing cleared final hurdles. Jacob HolmesSeptember 30, 2026
State Longtime Alabama Finance Director Bill Poole to step down Doryan Carlton, the state budget officer, will take over the department. Jacob HolmesSeptember 29, 2026
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grant to upgrade state forensic equipment New toxicology tools are expected to speed opioid casework for Alabama’s forensic labs serving more than 450 law enforcement agencies. StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Education Governor approves Alabama’s first Workforce Pell program at Lawson State The 10-week lineworker course offered hands-on utility training and expanded Pell Grant access for students pursuing in-demand careers. Jacob HolmesSeptember 15, 2026
Governor Gov. Ivey marks 25th anniversary of September 11 The governor urged Alabamians to honor victims, remember first responders and pass the lessons of September 11 to younger generations. StaffSeptember 11, 2026
Environment ADEM adds two new members to Environmental Management Commission The appointees will bring decades of legal, regulatory and geology experience to the seven-member panel overseeing state environmental policy. StaffAugust 25, 2026
Economy Die casting company 2A USA making $32M investment to expand Auburn facility The Italian-owned supplier said the project will add 50 jobs and boost production of aluminum components for heavy trucks. StaffAugust 13, 2026
Aerospace and Defense Gov. Ivey recaps Alabama’s showing at Farnborough International Airshow State leaders pitched Alabama’s aerospace strengths to global companies, with $60 million in planned investments announced at the expo. Wesley WalterJuly 29, 2026
Health Alabama Nursing Home Association celebrates 75 year anniversary Governor Kay Ivey marked the milestone as ANHA honored caregivers and planned awards recognizing long-term care leaders statewide. StaffJuly 20, 2026