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Auburn sets school record for applications

Auburn University has set a new school record. Freshmen applications for the university in fall of 2023 reached an all time high for the university with a record of 48,000 applicants.

Faith leaders seek independent review on executions

170 faith leaders throughout the state drafted and sent a letter to Governor Kay Ivey yesterday asking for an independent review in Alabama's execution procedures.

Alexander City, Alabama has been nominated by 10best.com, a USA TODAY affiliate, for the best small, southern town award.

AG: Failed execution not 'cruel or unusual'

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall is arguing against a lawsuit that says that inmate Kenneth Eugene Smith suffered "cruel and unusual punishment" during a failed lethal injection attempt last November.

Governor's office opens applications for summer interns

If you’re an undergraduate student looking for firsthand experience in the public sector this summer, Gov. Kay Ivey has an idea for you. The Governor’s Office announced applications for the summer internship program is now open.  “No matter what industry you imagine yourself working in, an internship here at the State Capitol will truly be […]

The University of Alabama System Board of Trustees met on Friday to advance initiatives that will help to propel the system into the future.

UAB Department of Physics receives national award

The UAB Department of Physics is slated to receive the Improving Undergraduate Physics Education Award this spring.

South Alabama awarded $2M STEM educators grant

The University of South Alabama will be awarded $2 million from the Alabama STEM Council to make it easier for students pursuing STEM majors.

The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), a part of The University of Alabama System, has selected Kristina Hendrix to fill the newly created position of Vice President for Strategic Communications. UAH’s newest VP officially began her new role on Feb. 1. She reports directly to UAH President Charles L. Karr, and her focus will […]

State’s ‘college-going rate’ recovering from pandemic

Alabama’s 2021 public high school graduates entered higher education at a slightly higher rate than the Class of 2020.

Huntsville City Councilman arrested for theft

Madison County jail records show that Devyn Keith, a Huntsville City Councilman, was arrested and charged with fourth degree theft Thursday.

According to a recent report, Huntsville, Alabama has landed on another notable list of places to live throughout the country.

Tuesday on WVNN's "The Dale Jackson Show," Marshall discussed his issues with the early release of criminals from Alabama prisons.

Sheriffs' group condemns Memphis officers' actions

Memphis police officers beat a man to death in the beginning of January. Tyre Hill was only a few yards from his mother’s house when the event occurred.

Auburn University researchers are leading a $2 million Department of Energy grant that aims to produce hydrogen from blended feedstock.

The Alabama National Guard‘s Foley Readiness Center is large enough to fit two units and can be used for domestic support operations.

University of South Alabama: New host for hospitality

Dr. Khaldoon Nusair, USA's newest department head, made his reputation as one of the most-cited marketing scholars in the world.

Redstone Arsenal installs vehicle charging stations

Recently, Redstone Arsenal has begun placing solar powered, electric vehicle charging stations around the base located in Huntsville.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has called for a change in leadership at the Republican National Committee (RNC), Fox News reported Thursday. And Alabama’s GOP national committeeman agrees that the stakes of the chairman’s race are high. “It appears Governor DeSantis is fully aware of our current plight, and he sees what Republicans in Alabama and […]

Hooper suing Montgomery, police chief

Perry Hooper Jr., who was arrested in October of last year following allegations of sexual assault that have since been dismissed, is filing a lawsuit against the Montgomery City Police Chief and the city of Montgomery.

UA holds book drive for Black Belt children

Alabama’s Black Belt Region, one of the poorest areas in the entire state, will be at the center of a University of Alabama donation program designed to promote childhood literacy within the region

Alabama 6th in COVID cases; 10th in flu

Recently a team from Innerbody Research, a company that provides science based information on health and health tips, conducted a study that involved both the flu and COVID-19.

A box containing a small blue urn and a small blue blanket along with other items recently washed ashore in the area of Daphne, Alabama, according to WPMI-TV.

Study: College students work longer to pay tuition

Today’s average college student has to work about four times as many hours on minimum wage as a student 30 years ago to access the same education.