Biden visits Selma on 58th anniversary of “Bloody Sunday”
Biden's speech at the Edmund Pettus Bridge served as the culminating event for the annual commemoration.
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SPLC, congresswoman honor John Lewis and the 40 Martyrs in wreath-laying ceremony
The wreath-laying ceremony was the first held since the passing of Congressman John Lewis.
Working group formed to examine response to Moody fire
The fire revealed shortcomings in the ability and authority of state and local governments to respond to similar situations.
Governor awards $24.7 million in grants for broadband
The nine grants, totaling $24.72 million, were awarded to broadband providers across the state to support projects in unserved or underserved areas.
March 6, 2023
Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke speaks in Selma
Clarke spoke at the Martin and Coretta King Unity Breakfast at Wallace Community College Selma reflecting on the painful history of Bloody Sunday.
March 6, 2023
ADEM to clean up former used oil recovery business site in Trussville
ADEM will seek reimbursement of the cost from the property owner.
March 3, 2023
ALSDE launches “Teachers are the Real Influencers” campaign
It's the state's newest wave of its ongoing teacher recruitment efforts.
March 3, 2023
Mental health system faces crises of workforce shortage, uncompensated care
Alabama has struggled for years with access to care.
COVID-19 deaths in Alabama reach 21,000
The grim milestone comes almost exactly three years after the first confirmed COVID-19 cases in Alabama.
RESTORE Juvenile Reentry Program has launched
The program is expected to serve 120 juveniles over a 12-month period.
March 2, 2023