The prison oversight bill is good, no matter how it came about
No matter how it came to be sponsored by Republican Senator Larry Stutts, it is a good, necessary and consequential piece of legislation.
State
Committee OKs bill to allow ALEA takeover of understaffed police agencies
An Alabama Senate committee debated a bill Tuesday allowing the state to oversee major police departments if they fail to meet staffing requirements.
Gov. Ivey celebrates Birmingham students for academic growth in turnaround schools
Students from a Birmingham school shared their stories in a video highlighting academic growth at a campus that recently improved its state grade.
February 25, 2026
Gov. Ivey authorizes bonds to support Jackson Hospital in Montgomery
Governor Kay Ivey and the Amendment 666 Bond Commission authorized future bonds to support Jackson Hospital and fund Space Command's relocation.
February 25, 2026
Troy University signs engineering partnership with Enterprise State Community College
Troy University and Enterprise State Community College signed an agreement Tuesday creating a pathway for students to earn bachelor's degrees in engineering.
February 25, 2026
Alabama AG urges AMA to disavow hormonal treatments for trans minors
Alabama is among states threatening consumer protection investigations if the medical group doesn't oppose hormonal treatments for minors.
Monte Sano State Park unveils renovated historic bluff-side cabins
Officials celebrated the renovation of 14 historic bluff-side cabins and expanded campground amenities during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday at Monte Sano State Park.
February 24, 2026
Gov. Ivey proclaims Public Schools Week, celebrates gains by students
Governor Kay Ivey highlighted Alabama's improved national rankings in math and reading while designating a week to honor the state's public schools.
February 24, 2026
League of Women Voters panel critique Southern prison and parole policies
Panelists discussed human costs of mass incarceration, low parole rates and prison conditions during a virtual event organized by the voting rights group.
Canal Road in Gulf Shores to temporarily close for bridge work
Crews will block a stretch of the Gulf Shores roadway starting Monday to install painting equipment and widen lanes for the Intracoastal Waterway project.
February 19, 2026