Forgiveness and Hope: Robert George’s 31-year journey to freedom
Several individuals helped fight for Robert George’s release.
State
Addressing a different kind of infrastructure: child care
The lack of accessible, affordable and quality child care is often the biggest obstacle to getting workers back in the labor force.
Board schedules 63 parole hearings, 19 pardon hearings
Last week, the board held 43 parole hearings and 24 pardon hearings.
Wife of Steve Perkins arrested during peaceful protest in Decatur
Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens.
Roads at Joe Wheeler Park paved with long-lasting asphalt made from recycled tires
Roads inside Joe Wheeler State Park had not been repaved since the 1990s.
April 22, 2024
Alabama leads nation in preschool quality, behind in enrollment
The state is one of only five in the country to meet 10 of 10 benchmarks by the National Institute for Early Education Research.
Child labor violations discovered at several locations for food franchise
The operator was found to have employed 149 children under the age of 16 who worked longer than federal law permits.
Alabama buys Foley Beach Bridge, ends tolls
This strategic move will render the bridge toll-free, enhancing accessibility to the state's flourishing coastal areas.
Alabama’s First Class Pre-K leads the nation in quality for 18th year
Alabama is one of only five states in the country to meet 10 of 10 research-based quality standard benchmarks.
April 19, 2024
State retirees could see cost-of-living adjustment
Employees who retired before October 2023 could see a 3 percent cost-of-living-adjustment.