Alabama

Statewide Survey of People with Disabilities in Alabama ages 18-64 conducted

Most respondents, some 80 percent, are not earning a living wage. Only 13 percent earn $15.65 per hour or more.

October 17, 2023

Acting U.S. Attorney encourages Alabama students to take SAFE pledge for gun safety

The SAFE Student Pledge empowers young individuals to reduce gun endangerment and violence through responsible choices.

October 17, 2023

Sewell: Republican government shutdown would harm families in Alabama

“Alabama families shouldn’t be forced to pay the price for House Republicans’ inability to govern,” Sewell said.

September 28, 2023

Rising death toll in Alabama prisons: 3 more amid silence from ADOC

APR reached out to ADOC to confirm several deaths but the public agency never responded.

Patrick Darrington

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September 1, 2023

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Alabama is on the wrong side of voting rights — again

When Alabama's lawyers enter a federal courtroom to argue its redistricting case, they won't be on the side of fairness and equal rights.

Josh Moon

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August 14, 2023

Alabama secures $304 million in earmarks; Britt responsible for majority of haul

Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, helped secure over $232 million in funding for Alabama initiatives by herself.

Patrick Darrington

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August 14, 2023

Study ranks Alabama as third worst state for LGBTQ+ safety

Only Mississippi and Tennessee fared worse in the ranking.

Patrick Darrington

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June 21, 2023

Report: Alabama is one of the top 10 deadliest states for workers

Alabama ranked 7th with a 5.5 percent fatality rate out of 100,000 workers.

Patrick Darrington

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May 16, 2023

Alabama: The state where money does grow on trees

The forest products industry contributes more than $28.9 billion to Alabama’s economy.

March 21, 2023