John Rogers, longest serving Alabama Democrat, to plead guilty to federal charges, resign
Rogers has signed a plea agreement admitting to his role in a kickback scheme.
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Prattville Library Board committee urges director to move books under new policies
The policy’s content prohibitions are vague, and the policy requires a board vote to exercise its discretion over book collections.
CHOOSE Act passage celebrated by Americans For Prosperity-Alabama
Parents of eligible children could receive $7,000 to pay for the tuition to send their children to a private school if they choose to.
Gov. Ivey awards grant to support vocational training for incarcerated people
The program will serve students at state correctional education facilities throughout Alabama.
March 8, 2024
Judges choose two Alabama Performance Excellence winners
The award honors the receipients for quality and performance excellence.
March 7, 2024
Montgomery voters back school tax renewal, secure $12m annually for education
The tax renewal secures a crucial stream of funding for the next three decades.
March 6, 2024
Gov. Ivey awards grant to combat contraband cell phones in prisons
The ADOC reported a 60 percent increase in cell phone confiscations from 2019 to 2022.
March 6, 2024
STD screening held at ADOC facility amid alleged outbreak
The Alabama Department of Public Health conducted the STD screening at Staton Correctional Facility.
John Lewis’ newphew reflects on uncle’s legacy at wreath laying ceremony
The Civil Rights Memorial Center opens Jubilee weekend with its annual wreath laying ceremony today.
March 1, 2024
McCrary Institute leads in cybersecurity innovation, collaboration
The institute is poised to have a significant influence over the direction of cybersecurity for the future.