Four years after Alabama legalized medical cannabis, one of the state's most recognized parent advocates is calling on lawmakers to intervene as patients remain without access to treatment.

Although data shows that Birmingham City Schools are making progress in several key areas, much work remains to achieve the district’s long-term goal of becoming a recognized leader in public education and preparing students for global success.

Across Alabama on Easter Sunday, thousands of worshipers gathered to celebrate the most significant day on the Christian calendar, with some churches welcoming crowds large enough to fill small towns.

Danna Homan, a proud Alabama native, has long held a deep connection to the Holy Land. Growing up in Demopolis and graduating from the University of Alabama, Homan's roots run deep in the Heart of Dixie.

Two Jefferson County industrial sites have earned national honors through the Site Selectors Guild's REDI Sites program, the Jefferson County Economic & Industrial Development Authority (JCEIDA) announced on April 8.

State Rep. Russell Bedsole (R-Alabaster) is sponsoring legislation aimed at “expanding, guaranteeing, and protecting” death benefits for Alabama firefighters’ families after the existing program’s potential solvency. “Years of patchwork amendments and band-aid changes to the law governing line of duty death benefits for firefighters have created loopholes that led to questionable claims and unanticipated payouts,” […]

The Alabama Senate Judiciary Committee has approved legislation that would significantly restructure the Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles, a move prompted by lawmakers’ concerns about the board’s transparency and compliance with state guidelines. SB324, sponsored by State Sen. Clyde Chambliss (R-Prattville) passed the committee on an 8-3 vote. The proposal would expand the board […]

The U.S. Department of Justice announced that an Alabama man has been sentenced for his role in an international bird trafficking operation that resulted in one of the largest fines ever ordered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

Samkwang, a South Korean automotive and electronics supplier, has signed a lease to open a new manufacturing facility in Macon County’s REAL Park. The company will occupy a 168,000-square-foot facility, known as Building 100, in the 700-acre master-planned industrial park strategically located near I-85.

Mobile is set to become a main destination for American Cruise Lines beginning in March 2026. City officials confirmed this week that the port will host the American Symphony as part of a new Gulf Coast Cruise itinerary.

April 15 marked one year since 29-year-old Marquez Williams was killed in a hit-and-run while crossing North Memorial Parkway near Mastin Lake Road.

North Alabama's WHNT 19 reported that one neighbor's good deed possibly saved the life of a woman last Friday morning. Perry Gooch was at home on Pine Street in the Center Star community of Alabama.

Students, educators, and state officials gathered in Montgomery on Monday for the 2025 Alabama Computer Science Summit, a statewide event highlighting the rapid growth and importance of computer science education.

A major public-private partnership is in the works to transform 90 acres at the Mobile County Sportsplex into a regional destination for recreation, tourism, and economic development. The project, known as Jubilee Park, was formally introduced during a recent Mobile County Commission conference.

The City of Rainsville has officially opened its new Public Safety Training Center, marking a major step forward in supporting the city’s emergency services.

Alabama State Superintendent of Education Dr. Eric Mackey appeared on Fox and Friends Thursday to spotlight the state’s new diploma pathway designed to better prepare students for high-demand careers after high school.

Beachgoers got an unexpected surprise this week when a striking but stinging visitor appeared on the shoreline—a Portuguese man o’ war. The jellyfish look-alike was spotted stranded on the sands of Orange Beach, as reported by the City of Orange Beach Coastal Resources Division on Facebook.

The Alabama State Board of Education has approved a new contract for State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey, extending his tenure through April 2029 and raising his salary from $292,500 to $325,000. The vote passed with majority support on Thursday, with only District 1 board member Jackie Zeigler voting against it.

After months of deliberation and a divided vote, the Montgomery County Board of Education has selected Dr. Zickeyous Byrd as the next Superintendent of Montgomery Public Schools. The decision was made during a recent board meeting following a contentious search process.

Authorities have arrested five individuals in connection with the December 2024 abduction of Huntsville realtor Ronald Dumas Jr., while three additional suspects remain at large.

Tragedy struck Ireland Farms in Alpine, Alabama, late Sunday morning when a fire engulfed and destroyed the property's barn. The owner of the beloved structure, Scott Ireland, awoke to find it reduced to ash with most of his vital equipment and supplies inside completely lost also.

According to confirmation from his legal team, former State Rep. John Rogers has been granted early release from prison and is currently serving the remainder of his sentence under home confinement. Rogers, 84, had been serving a 13-month sentence stemming from a federal fraud case. His early release follows a request made by his attorney, […]

Governor Kay Ivey has expressed strong support for House Bill 437 (HB 437), legislation designed to enhance public safety along Alabama’s Gulf Coast by establishing a shark alert notification system.

A young man’s safe return in downtown San Antonio has become a story of heart, hope, and the power of community—thanks to a chance encounter and some deeply rooted Alabama connections.