Congress Sen. Britt’s bill updating next generation body armor passes This bipartisan bill would require all agencies under DHS to provide improved ballistic body armor. StaffDecember 5, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $145,200 for roadway, rail safety in York The funding will be used for a demonstration program to improve roadway and rail safety. StaffMay 21, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Surge in illegal disposable vapes demands swift action Manufacturers of these popular flavored disposable vape brands such as Kangvape, HYPPE, and Elf Bar have exploited loopholes. J. Bart FletcherAugust 15, 2023
State Study ranks Alabama as third worst state for LGBTQ+ safety Only Mississippi and Tennessee fared worse in the ranking. Patrick DarringtonJune 21, 2023
Public safety Dadeville, all of Alabama await answers on deadly shooting Four days after a horrific mass shooting at a teen's birthday party, details on the shooting or suspects has been hard to come by. Josh MoonApril 19, 2023
Infrastructure Sewell announces $1.4 million to improve transportation efficiency, safety The money is from a SMART Grant funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. StaffMarch 16, 2023
Opinion Opinion | When it comes to medical care, we cannot compromise patient safety Legislation would compromise patient safety by allowing non-physicians to perform surgeries on one of the body’s most complex and delicate organs. E.M. Brendan WyattMarch 18, 2022
Environment Federal grant awarded to increase safety in Black Belt homes ADPH and the University of Alabama receive the $2 million grant to remove safety and environmental issues in Black Belt homes. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 17, 2022
Infrastructure FAA grants Alabama $4.3 million for statewide airport infrastructure upgrades The 5 grants were awarded to local airports in Alabama, amounting to $4,300,365. StaffSeptember 22, 2021
National Governor awards grant to aid prosecution of impaired drivers Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded a $164,421 grant to improve safety on Alabama’s highways by stepping up prosecution in cases involving impaired driving. The... StaffAugust 31, 2020