Mobile councilman pushes back against book challenges
The council is set to approve $8.2 million in funding for the library at its next meeting.
Prattville Library eyes 5th Circuit dissent as template for victory
Two judges in that three-judge panel found that the removal of 17 children's books at the Llano Public Library violated law.
SPLC Union demands removal of CEO Huang
The union is also asking leadership to negotiate a reversal of recent layoffs.
Veterans Affairs commissioner resigns at Ivey’s bequest
Gov. Kay Ivey had called a special meeting of the Alabama Board of Veterans Affairs to consider the removal of Commissioner Kent Davis.
Sen. Britt celebrates Goldman Sachs’ investment in rural Alabama communities
Launch includes $3 million commitment to CDFIs focused on Alabama small businesses.
Limestone County freezes library funding
The commission is withholding funds until the library board includes county appointments.
New pre-filed bill would raise online sales tax to create education revenue
England has filed a new version of the bill for the upcoming session that returns the focus back to replacing school funding.
AT&T workers on strike over alleged unfair labor practices
AT&T workers have been out of work for the past 19 days as they call on the company to come to the negotiating table.
Judge rules patient advocate can’t join cannabis lawsuit
The director of the Patients Coalition for Medical Cannabis attempted to join the suit to give patients a "seat at the table."
Lawmakers, lobbyists reflect on anniversary of grocery tax reduction
In Alabama, elimination of the tax could take some time under the current law.