Courts Sentencing of former state Rep. Will Dismukes delayed to July The delay comes after the death of Dismukes' father, Bill Dismukes, who died by suicide following Will's conviction. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2023
Health Mental health system faces crises of workforce shortage, uncompensated care Alabama has struggled for years with access to care. Jacob HolmesMarch 2, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey offers support for Operation Iron Ruck Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a proclamation declaring Nov. 23, 2022, as Operation Iron Ruck Day. StaffNovember 23, 2022
Congress Carl introduces resolution designating National Student Athlete Mental Health Week Endorsed by the NCAA, this resolution encourages colleges and universities to highlight mental health resources. StaffOctober 7, 2022
Health Alabama Warmline expands to 24/7 access to prevent mental health crises The phone line provides early emotional support to anyone who needs a listening ear. Jacob HolmesJuly 20, 2022
Health Transition to 988 suicide and crisis lifeline begins Saturday The lifeline is expected to reach twice as many people after transitioning to 988 as it did in 2021. Jacob HolmesJuly 15, 2022
Prisons Man’s death at Limestone prison a possible suicide Joseph Johnson, 33, was found unresponsive in his cell at Limestone Correctional facility on May 27. Eddie BurkhalterJune 6, 2022
News Opinion | Healthcare workers not immune to growing mental health crisis Medical professionals are not immune to the grief, trauma and isolation of the last two years. In fact, we have been right in the... Dr. Aruna AroraApril 14, 2022
Opinion Opinion | Legislators who vote for anti-trans bills don’t support parental rights Any legislator who votes for these bills does not support your right to make medical decisions for your child with their pediatrician. Dr. Nola Jean ErnestMarch 10, 2022
Prisons Alabama Department of Corrections investigating possible prisoner suicide Leon Latham, 47, was found unresponsive by prison staff. His death is the latest in a string of deaths inside Alabama prisons. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 13, 2021