Deaths of woman at Birmingham prison, man at Bessemer prison under investigation
The woman was found unresponsive on Halloween. The man had multiple health problems and was being treated at a hospital.
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ADEM: Drummond has stopped pumping mine water into Black Warrior tributary
Black Warrior Riverkeeper last week threatened a lawsuit if the pumping didn't stop.
Senate committee approves new congressional, state House maps
The new maps now head to the full Senate for consideration.
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Sen. Donnie Chesteen
Sen. Chesteen, R-Geneva, is seeking re-election to serve state Senate District 29.
Alabama man serving at Donaldson prison dies
Brian Sullivan was being treated for an advanced, terminal illness, the Alabama Department of Corrections confirmed.
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Chambliss
The association on Friday added Chambliss to the group's growing list of endorsements.
Alabama files lawsuit challenging Biden’s COVID vaccine mandates
Alabama has fourth lowest percentage of residents fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and the second highest number of confirmed COVID deaths per capita in U.S.
FDA authorizes Pfizer’s COVID vaccine for use with kids 5 to 11
A CDC advisory committee is to debate the vaccine for those younger children on Tuesday. The CDC director will have final say.
Senate committee approves redistricting bills, $80 million to hospitals and nursing homes
Committee members also got an overview of the state's general fund and federal COVID aid spending.
Voting rights groups concerned over Alabama’s draft redistricting maps
The groups say the draft maps dilute the political power of minority voters.