Insights from Alabama survey exemplify necessity to amplify Black voices
Black Southern Women's Collaborative surveyed Black voters in Alabama, placing emphasis on community empowerment for change.
Alabama Arise and Alabama Values launch advocacy program
Think Big Alabama empowers communities through advocacy training in media, policy and grassroots organizing, fostering impactful change.
SB301 to begin cracking down on distracted drivers
Alabama's hands-free law will begin imposing fines for holding cellphones while driving, starting June 15.
Montgomery DA calls for bail bonds reform, tougher gun laws
In Alabama, bail bonds allow pretrial release, but recent reforms aim to address financial burdens and safety.
Vulcan rejects Mexico’s offer for Quintana Roo property
The Birmingham-based Vulcan Materials believes the Mexican government undervalued it's property.
EPA denies Alabama’s coal ash permit program application
Alabama's proposed permit plan did not meet federal regulations for managing coal ash landfills and impoundments.
Biden Administration relieves more student loan debt
The Biden Administration relieved an additional $7.7 billion in student debts, assisting 160,000 borrowers across the country.
PARCA: Huntsville grows as Birmingham and Montgomery fall behind
Birmingham reclaims its spot from Montgomery as the second most populous city in the state of Alabama.
Three babies left in Alabama’s Safe Haven Baby Boxes
In a state without abortion, Safe Haven Baby Boxes provide mothers with an alternative choice.
Juneteenth designated as state holiday for fourth year
Although not legally considered an official state holiday, state employees will observe Juneteenth this year.