ADOC unveils Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex in prison …
Nov 14, 2024 · In a pivotal step toward modernizing Alabama’s correctional system, the Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) has announced the renaming of the Elmore Specialized Men’s Facility to the Governor Kay Ivey Correctional Complex.
League of Women Voters trains citizens to engage in legislative …
Dec 17, 2024 · “It was pre-field before the session starts—that doesn’t mean anything except it was filed before the session starts,” Glenn said. “Sometimes that means it is a priority issue, sometimes it means a legislator had a bill ready and just wanted to go ahead and get it through the process; for this one it certainly did signify that it …
Pre-filed bill would create exceptions for Alabama’s abortion ban
Oct 3, 2024 · State Representative Juandalynn Givan, D-Birmingham, pre-filed a bill on Tuesday that would create exceptions to the current abortion ban and alter the language surrounding abortions for health risks.. Alabama is one of several states where abortion is nearly completely banned following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision …
State retirees could see cost-of-living adjustment
Apr 18, 2024 · Employees who retired from the state before October 2023 could see a 3 percent cost-of-living-adjustment. The House Ways and Means General Fund committee on Wednesday approved HB440 by Rep. Randall Shedd, R-Fairview, that would enact the adjustment.
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 …
Nov 18, 2024 · Wage and salary employment also hit a new record at 2,220,700 jobs, marking a year-over-year increase of 40,400 positions. Growth was led by the private education and health services sector (up 10,500), government sector (up 6,300), and …
Community leaders call for Walmart boycott in response to DEI …
Nov 28, 2024 · “We encourage everyone to participate in the boycott by abstaining from shopping at Walmart on Friday. Instead, it’s suggested to support local businesses or companies that actively champion minority communities and value DEI principles,” they said.
Secretary of state releases unofficial results for Alabama
Nov 7, 2024 · The unofficial results for the November 5, 2024, General Election in Alabama are now accessible on AlabamaVotes.gov, marking the conclusion of a carefully managed election process praised for its transparency and security.Secretary of State Wes Allen commended local election officials for their diligence in ensuring a seamless and secure voting experience.
Analysis | Alabama's Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API's myths …
Oct 23, 2024 · The Alabama Policy Institute (API) has once again published its objections to Medicaid expansion in Alabama, framing it as a fiscal and economic disaster waiting to happen.
Stephen Nodine announces tentative candidacy for Mobile mayor …
Dec 10, 2024 · Former Mobile Councilman and County Commissioner Stephen Nodine is trying to run for mayor of Mobile — maybe. Nodine has a uniquely controversial past, making national headlines in 2010, when he was put on trial for the alleged murder of his girlfriend, Angel Downs, who was found dead from a gunshot wound in the driveway of her Gulf Shores home. ...
Secretary of state urges voters to visit AlabamaVotes.gov ahead of …
Oct 29, 2024 · With election day approaching, Alabama’s Secretary of State Wes Allen is encouraging voters to use the state’s official election information website, AlabamaVotes.gov, to confirm details before heading to the polls on November 5.