Gov. Kay Ivey signs executive order creating commission to study screen-based learning
The Commission on Screen-Based Instruction will study the risks, usage and benefits of screen-based learning in K-12 classrooms in the state.
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Alabama rural healthcare is in serious condition, but the condition is treatable
State lawmakers have taken important steps try to address the crisis, but truly solving it will require more direct federal assistance.
Alabama Department of Corrections could pay private attorney additional $38 million
Rep. Chris England, D-Tuscaloosa, voted to hold two of the contracts to pay Bill Lunsford an additional $33 million.
Todd Blanche confirmed by the US Senate as attorney general; Collins, Murkowski vote no
Cassidy, who has long clashed with Trump, said his vote was not a reflection of that relationship, but about the importance of having a Senate-confirmed attorney general who had the backing of U.S. attorneys...
Alabama Supreme Court extends plaintiffs’ briefing schedule in Tuberville residency suit
The brief is now due on Monday. According to the plaintiffs’ motion, Tuberville’s lawyers had no objection to the extension.
Some Haitians targeted for ankle monitors by ICE as they face threat of mass deportation
The practice of using electronic monitoring appears to only be happening in Springfield, Ohio, according to a half dozen advocates and immigration attorneys representing Haitians.
As Trump pushes for a massive $1.5T in defense spending, a few states brace for a windfall
Alabama is among the ten states that would benefit most from Trump's proposed increase in the military budget.
Trump administration eyes coal reserves under federal lands in Alabama, western states
A 2021 report from the nonprofit Appalachian Voices estimated the true cost to clean up and remediate the damage caused by coal mining in seven eastern states could be as much as $9.8 billion.
Trump EPA moves to approve Alabama coal ash program rejected by Biden administration
The proposal would allow the Alabama Department of Environmental Management to decide whether utilities in the state could leave millions of tons of coal ash—containing toxic substances like arsenic, lead,...
Trump cites potential hack of US elections in speech slammed for stoking voter fears
The president provided no proof broad interference actually occurred or affected an election outcome.
Political parties boast new clout and cash in midterms thanks to US Supreme Court
It is unclear how much of an impact the recent Supreme Court decision will have on U.S. Senate elections in November.
Democrats have a shot at flipping state legislatures across the country
Following a string of special election victories, Democrats have a path to flip several Republican-held legislative chambers and break GOP supermajorities in states across the country this November. High pri...
US House Republicans take ‘first step’ toward dismantling Department of Education
Even if passed in the full U.S. House down the line, it would face steep odds in the narrowly GOP-controlled Senate.
Poor CHOOSE Act standards mean squandered taxpayer dollars
A lack of oversight and some questionable accreditation methods should concern taxpayers footing the bill for private education.
Alabama state employees could see health benefit changes amid ‘difficult choices’
Changes could be presented to the State Employees Insurance Board (SEIB) in September, CEO Stephanie Azar said.
Alabama Department of Public Health confirms 11 cyclosporiasis cases in state
Symptoms include watery or “explosive” diarrhea, nausea and stomach cramps. It’s often contracted by eating or drinking something contaminated with the parasite, which lives in feces.
US senators grill Blanche over ‘slush fund’ deal as he seeks attorney general confirmation
The plan for a nearly $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund that brought tough questions for Blanche from two committee Republicans whose votes he needs to advance, Sens. John Cornyn of Texas and Thom T...
Members of Maine congressional delegation say man killed by ICE not the target of warrant
The 26-year-old Colombian man killed by immigration agents in Biddeford was not the target of agents’ warrant, U.S. Sen. Angus King and Rep. Chellie Pingree said they had been told late Monday.
States split on whether juvenile justice should prioritize punishment or rehabilitation
A teenager charged with the same crime can face dramatically different consequences depending on where they live. More states have passed new laws reshaping their juvenile legal systems, with some adopting m...
After 2 deadly shootings, ICE reportedly ordered to end vehicle enforcement stops
As the Trump administration aims to carry out mass deportations, aggressive enforcement has occurred across the interior of the country, with at least 21 shootings involving federal immigration agents. At le...
US Supreme Court needs more security funding amid threats, justices tell lawmakers
Associate Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett told lawmakers an increase is needed to ensure around-the-clock security and for upgrades to the building.
Alabama death row inmate who stopped gas execution wants to stop lethal injection execution
Lee's attorneys want the federal district court to stop his lethal injection execution after Alabama seeks to use that to put him to death.
Alabama students show significant gains in science proficiency; reading, math results mixed
Alabama State Schools Superintendent Eric Mackey said after the state board of education meeting new science materials are the reason for growth.
Fed Chair Warsh vows to fight inflation even as new CPI report shows 3.5% rise
The report comes as the United States and Iran again ramped up the exchange of rocket fire last week in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint for a significant portion of global oil.