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House passes bill to allow repurposing oil wells for alternative energy

Lawmakers passed legislation authorizing the Oil and Gas Board to approve projects which transform abandoned fossil fuel infrastructure into geothermal or hydroelectric facilities.

Wesley Walter

April 3, 2026

House passes bill to increase penalties for eluding law enforcement

Despite strong opposition from Democrats citing systemic distrust of police, lawmakers advanced a measure making eluding officers in a vehicle a felony.

Alex Jobin

April 3, 2026

Voting rights coalition calls for state voting rights act

Advocates rallied at the Statehouse Wednesday to back legislation aimed at breaking barriers that disenfranchise marginalized voters across Alabama.

Jacob Holmes

April 2, 2026

Auburn student chapter wins award at national convention

The nearly 200-member student group organized workshops, site visits and major networking events to earn one of the construction industry's highest national honors.

April 2, 2026

Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol

University scientists and advocates met in Montgomery to showcase biomedical advancements and request lawmakers work to fund research for future life-saving therapies.

Wesley Walter

April 1, 2026

New glamping tents added at Oak Mountain State Park

Alabama State Parks expanded its popular glamping experience to Oak Mountain State Park, allowing travelers to enjoy nature without giving up comfort.

April 1, 2026

Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride

Birmingham successfully sued the utility after it abruptly halted fluoridation, arguing the sudden move violated a state notification law.

Jacob Holmes

March 31, 2026

Water flow treatment system from the water pump pipe.Motion of water gushing out of the pipe from Koi Pond Carp fish farm for oxygen.Water was drain by tube pvc.Industrial wastewater treatment.

ADEM public hearing draws concern over Tyson Foods wastewater permit

ADEM is considering poultry giant Tyson Foods' permit to increase wastewater discharge into Graves Creek and Locust Fork.

Mary Claire Wooten

March 31, 2026

U.S. Navy invests $30M in Alabama maritime workforce training

State leaders celebrated a new initiative expanding specialized curricula at four Alabama community colleges in order to boost submarine manufacturing.

Wesley Walter

March 31, 2026

U of A EPC releases report on transportation infrastructure in the Black Belt

Researchers detailed how inadequate rural roadways isolated workers and fueled political tensions over state infrastructure funding priorities.

Alex Jobin

March 31, 2026