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Colbert County school closes for 10 days due to COVID-19

The school's closure comes the same day Gov. Kay Ivey issued a state of emergency due to COVID-19, but with no mask mandate or other restrictions.

August 13, 2021

Despite indictments and guilty pleas, the investigation into fraud within Alabama's virtual schools is still ongoing.

August 9, 2021

The package contains provisions affecting Alabama.

August 5, 2021

"With AEA's influence growing again, the right-wing attacks have started. Because it's the only hope to protect public education."

August 3, 2021

Adrine Smith-Brown, a social worker with Jefferson County DHR, is the recipient of the 2021 Alabama Spirit of Adult Protective Services Award.

August 3, 2021

The Alabama High School and Alabama College Democrats announced their joint endorsement of Mayor Randall Woodfin’s re-election campaign.

August 3, 2021

Ivey commended Ward for his work as director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles, which he began in November.

July 29, 2021

"Birmingham is on that path to the future. It is a path of diversity, equity, and inclusion."

July 29, 2021

"Miller epitomized the governors of that era. From 1901 through 1946, Alabama’s governors were wealthy men."

July 28, 2021

The 50 rural health clinics are to use the funds to combat misinformation and boost vaccine confidence.

July 23, 2021