Scofield moving from BCA to EIA
Former Senate Majority Leader Clay Scofield is leaving the Business Council of Alabama for the Energy Institute of Alabama.
State
ACHE approves procedures for law enforcement family scholarship program
The Alabama Commission on Higher Education approved procedures for the scholarship program, which has an annual cap of $10 million.
Alabama leaders reflect on 16th Street Baptist Church bombing’s anniversary
The act of racial terror caused the deaths of 11-year-old Carol Denise McNair and 14-year-olds Carole Robertson, Addie Mae Collins and Cynthia Wesley.
RFK Jr.’s rhetoric, vaccines are safe and effective, CDC scientists are public servants
UAB professor Dr. Michael Saag broke down the vaccine approval process and explained why our vaccines are so safe and effective.
$3 million Vestavia Hills stormwater infrastructure grant delayed
The funds were earmarked for drainage improvements in the city as part of ongoing attempts to improve stormwater drainage.
Alabama Board of Education outlines key budget asks ahead of FY27
Alabama education officials outlined FY 2027 budget priorities at their monthly meeting ahead of the budget vote next month.
Drug compounding advocate talks Alabama regulations, GLP-1 “frenzy”
Scott Brunner, CEO of the Alliance for Pharmacy Compounding, explained how compounders filled gaps during drug shortages and provided custom formulations.
Alabama seeks public comment on broadband expansion plan
Alabama officials secured over $800 million in savings, with a plan to deliver internet to more than 101,090 locations.
September 11, 2025
Americans pay triple for prescriptions while Big Pharma reaps profits
A consumer advocacy group sounded the alarm that Americans consistently paid the highest prices globally for the same treatments.
September 9, 2025
Rep. Sewell files bill to freeze Medicare home health spending, block proposed cuts
This legislation would pause impending funding reductions to give Congress and the industry time to develop a better, more sustainable payment system.