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STEM Education Expansion Targets Future Talent Pipeline

Local school systems and higher education institutions are expanding science and technology initiatives tied to industry needs.

April 16, 2026

Woman arrested for wearing phallic costume to Fairhope protest acquitted

A countersuit is planned alleging the arrest violated the woman's First Amendment rights.

Jacob Holmes

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April 16, 2026

Christian Coalition of Alabama adds Perry Hooper Jr. to board

Hooper faced credible allegations of sexual abuse in 2022 when he reportedly groped a hostess at a Montgomery restaurant.

Jacob Holmes

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April 16, 2026

Apprenticeship Programs Align With Aerospace Hiring Needs

Employers are investing in workforce training and apprenticeship programs to address persistent labor shortages.

April 16, 2026

Rep. Lomax contrasts tax cuts with Mo Brooks’ legislative record

An APR review of Mo Brooks’ Alabama House record shows more than 100 votes supporting tax increases, raising questions about long-standing anti-tax claims

Bill Britt

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April 16, 2026

Gov. Ivey showcases healthcare legislation signed into law

The legislative priorities, now law, include measures aimed at improving rural healthcare, eliminating cancer screening costs and limiting items Alabamians may purchase via SNAP.

Wesley Walter

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April 16, 2026

Alabama sets June execution date for Jeffery Lee

Convicted of two counts of capital murder, Lee was sentenced to death after a judge overrode a jury's sentencing recommendation

Mary Claire Wooten

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April 16, 2026

ACLU of Alabama applauds parole reforms, but warns Alabama’s prison crisis remains unaddressed

Advocates welcomed parole changes but said lawmakers left deeper prison problems untouched, as overcrowding, violence and transparency failures continued to draw scrutiny.

April 16, 2026

Energy Institute of Alabama celebrates Lineman Appreciation Day

The event honored lineworkers who restored power in dangerous conditions and recognized Alabama Power’s Jay Johnson as Lineman of the Year.

April 16, 2026