New report ranks Alabama’s health system 42nd in the nation
The report finds that while substantial progress has been made toward increasing health care coverage for all Americans, concerning trends are on the rise.
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Drew Hicks joins Huntsville-based defense contract Minerva Defense
Hicks joined Minerva Defense as vice president for test and evaluation instrumentation programs, bringing over 15 years of defense technology experience.
June 18, 2025
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See recent postsDon’t let Alabama’s rural healthcare collapse — act now
Healthcare in Alabama is in a fragile state. The resident physicians delayed today will be the providers missing from tomorrow’s clinics.
Wes Allen announces secretary of state’s office spending cuts
Spending cuts initiated by Allen include decreasing the advertising budget for Alabama’s Photo Voter ID program.
City of Birmingham launches summer violence reduction initiatives
Programs like Rise Up Birmingham and Flipping the Game offer training, leadership roles, and economic opportunity.
June 17, 2025
“No Kings” protests scheduled around Alabama, large crowds expected
The protests, which are meant to counter Trump's military parade, will be held in at least 13 Alabama cities.
Trump-backed cuts threaten lifeline utility aid program
Trump’s proposed bill could eliminate LIHEAP, a utility assistance program benefitting thousands of low-income Alabama families amid rising heat.
ALDOT warns of “unpaid toll” text scam
ALDOT warned citizens about a new text scam claiming unpaid toll fees.
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See recent postsGiving our young people a second chance
Alabama's REACH Act, now law, offers young people a second chance to earn their diploma.
State kills Gregory Hunt in third execution of 2025
Gregory Hunt was executed Tuesday, the state's third execution of 2025. This marked the fifth use of the controversial nitrogen hypoxia method.