Former prosecutor: Ethics commissioners should rein in investigators
Former prosecutor Matt Hart wrote to AEC commissioners that changes need to be made to rules to ensure basic rights are honored.
State
Innovate Alabama invests $1 million into transforming the state’s clean energy future
With this $1 million investment, JES is among the first companies to receive funding from InvestAL.
October 29, 2024
Dietrich Bonhoeffer family slams far-right appropriation
Far-right groups in Alabama have spread comparisons of their causes to Bonhoeffer while painting the left as Nazi Germany.
Alabama welcomes three new Safe Haven Baby Boxes
Alabama introduced three new Safe Haven Baby Boxes, which allow for an anonymous surrender of infants without fear of prosecution or shame.
Rep. Sewell announces $10 million for Birmingham, Montgomery airports
Funding for these grants was made possible by President Joe Biden’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
October 24, 2024
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama isn’t just turning down federal funds — it’s turning its back on its own people.
Alabama continues a program to combat tire dumping statewide
The Scrap Tire Right of Way Program offers counties $150,000 over three years to clean up discarded tires to promote recycling initiatives.
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
The responses among Alabama educators were particularly damning of the state.
Petition seeks to mandate body cams for AL correctional officers
Advocates for prison reform in Alabama are renewing a push to institute mandatory body cams.
ALDOT developing statewide bicycle and pedestrian plan, seeks public input
ALDOT aims to develop safer, more accessible routes for non-motorized travelers.
October 22, 2024