COVID-19 positivity rate, hospitalizations jump in Alabama
The growth accounts for the steepest single increase in the COVID-19 positivity rate in some time.
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Incarcerated man confirmed dead at Staton Correctional facility
At least eight other individuals died within ADOC facilities in the month of December.
Five involved in inmate-on-inmate assaults at St. Clair Correctional Facility
Multiple sources within the state prison system indicated that a number of incarcerated individuals were stabbed.
Alabama Power names Jeff Peoples president and CEO
Peoples succeeds Mark Crosswhite, who retired after eight years as the company’s leader.
January 5, 2023
Birmingham applying for grant to transform Smithfield community
Overall, if awarded, the city plans to build up to 1,100 housing units across the community.
ADOC removes death statistics from monthly reports
Statistical reports are critical in confirming the total number of deaths and other incidents that occur within ADOC facilities.
Troy University hires retired Air Force Brig. Gen. Boutwell as senior vice chancellor
Boutwell will oversee public affairs and the university’s relationship with the military, among other responsibilities.
In case over transgender health care ban, medical groups seek to quash state subpoenas
Counsel for the parties said the subpoenas go outside the scope of the lawsuit and infringe their First Amendment rights.
Ivey appoints new Autauga County sheriff to finish unexpired term
Ivey appointed chief deputy David Hill to fill the position after the sudden passing of two-term sheriff Joe Sedinger.
Alabamians can now carry a gun in public without a permit
A constitutional carry law to allow Alabamians to conceal a firearm without a permit went into effect on Sunday.