Legislature Legislature approves bill banning cell phone use in classrooms The bill now heads to the desk of Gov. Kay Ivey, who has already signaled her approval and intent to sign the bill into... Jacob Holmes2 days ago
Legislature House passes bill to expand “Don’t Say Gay” law through 12th grade Lawmakers also passed a bill requiring parental consent for drag performances at schools and libraries. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2025
Legislature House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools The bill would require displays in all K-12 classrooms that teach history. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Church and State must remain separate The Founders were acutely aware of the destructive outcomes of intertwining religion and politics. M. Bennet BronerApril 11, 2025
Education Montgomery school board moves forward with controversial superintendent selection Despite criticism from all corners, the MPS school board pushed forward with a controversial superintendent selection Josh MoonApril 9, 2025
Legislature Ten Commandments bill headed back to the drawing board Committee members asked for clarification on how the bill would apply to college campuses and how schools would be held accountable since the bill... Jacob HolmesApril 4, 2025
Local news Autaugaville residents call on school board to reverse decision to close school Superintendent Lyman Woodfin said reduced enrollment at the school made it unfeasible to keep the doors open next year. Jacob HolmesMarch 12, 2025
Opinion Opinion | School threats are a serious matter and should be treated as such Accountability is a lesson that young people must learn, and parents are ultimately responsible for monitoring their child’s behavior. Matt WoodsFebruary 25, 2025
Legislature Committee advances bill to ban Drag Shows at schools, libraries The stripped-down bill would prohibit drag shows in public schools and libraries. Jacob HolmesFebruary 13, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey calls for legislation banning smart phone use in Alabama public schools The legislation would implement a statewide ban on the use of cell phones on public school campuses during times of instruction. StaffFebruary 5, 2025