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Gov. Ivey awards three grants to aid domestic violence victims, train law enforcement

The funding will back statewide victim support, county investigations and deputy training.

April 24, 2026

Protestors call for prison guard accountability

Lawmakers overseeing the prisons discussed expanding accountability for how complaints are addressed.

Jacob Holmes

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April 23, 2026

Gulf Coast rail revival exceeds forecasts, tops 100,000 riders

Less than eight months after launch, the route boosted tourism, filled trains at strong rates and gave Interstate 10 travelers a new option.

Mary Claire Wooten

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April 23, 2026

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Are we eating ourselves to death?

I love a good hot dog and a bag of Cool Ranch Doritos. But we are the only country seeing these kinds of numbers.

Tom Greene

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April 23, 2026

Stillman announces Magic Johnson as 150th anniversary commencement speaker

Magic Johnson is set to bring star power and a record of philanthropy to Stillman College’s 150th anniversary commencement.

April 23, 2026

Revenue Commissioner Vernon Barnett to retire, replacement tapped

Mary Mitchell, the department’s general counsel, has been chosen to lead Alabama’s tax agency as Barnett prepares to leave after nine years.

April 23, 2026

Alabama recognized for pre-K quality for 20th year

Alabama again met every national preschool quality benchmark, while expanding access statewide and marking two decades of top-tier standards, a new report found.

April 23, 2026

Judge lets Birmingham water utility end fluoridation

A judge said the utility had met notice requirements and could not safely restore fluoride before June, describing the development as "an absolute shame."

Wesley Walter

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April 22, 2026

Alabama doctors urge safe drug disposal on Take Back Day

Alabamians were urged to clear out expired and unwanted medications April 25 as officials warned they can fuel misuse, addiction and overdose.

April 21, 2026