Midwives Alliance allege “backroom politics,” pull support of regulatory bill
The Alabama Midwives Alliance has come out against substitutions to a state Senate bill they argue would severely restrict midwifery.
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Governor signs bill allowing private schools to contract school resource officers
The legislation, introduced by Sen. Chris Elliott, R-District 32, allows private schools to contract SROs.
Rep. Sewell introduces the Protecting Access to Ground Ambulance Medical Services Act
This legislation aims to provide adequate Medicare reimbursement for emergency service providers, helping them hire and retain EMT staff.
March 25, 2025
Alabama Department of Transportation warns of text scam
Anything you receive claiming to be a toll collection effort from ALDOT is a scam, according to ALDOT.
March 25, 2025
Alabama grows with $7 billion in new investments in 2024
A report reveals that economic development efforts in 2024 secured 224 projects, generating more than 8,500 career opportunities for Alabamians.
March 25, 2025
ADP chair issues retraction, ends fundraising spat with former senator
ADP chair Randy Kelley issued a retraction Friday of comments he made about former U.S. Sen. Doug Jones.
AECC finalizes land deal for Alabama Farm Center at Hallmark Farm
The Alabama Farm Center is expected to host livestock shows, equestrian competitions, rodeos, and more.
March 24, 2025
Governor signs SB115, the Officer Impersonation Prevention Act
This bill enhances the current law regarding the offense of impersonating a police officer.
March 24, 2025
APLS cuts funding to Fairhope Library due to “sexually explicit” books
The anti-censorhip group Read Freely criticized the action and announced a fundraiser to offset the loss of state funding.
APLS fires state library director after year of tensions
Board member Ron Snider called Pack's termination "a result of unfounded allegations made about her by extremists, including on this board."