Government — Page 5
Alabama’s progress in early literacy took center stage on Capitol Hill this week as U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt convened a congressional hearing focused on the science of reading, highlighting gains […]
The City of Madison has voluntarily dismissed its legal challenge over Alabama’s online sales tax distribution system, pivoting instead to work with state lawmakers on a potential legislative fix. In […]
A bill that would reinstate permit requirements for carrying a pistol in Alabama was introduced last week by Senate Minority Leader Bobby Singleton, a move that would reverse the state’s […]
BAE Systems has received $137 million in Foreign Military Sales contracts from the U.S. Army to deliver its AN/AAR-57 Common Missile Warning System (CMWS) to allied nations, the company announced. […]
New crime data released by the Huntsville Police Department shows continued reductions in violent and major crime across the city, even as Huntsville remains Alabama’s largest and fastest-growing city. According […]
A bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Rep. Robert Aderholt to commemorate the nation’s 250th anniversary passed the U.S. House unanimously on Monday, marking a show of across-the-aisle support and unity. […]
The Madison County Commission will recognize two young women for their service and positive impact on the community during its February 11 meeting as part of Black History Month observances. […]
U.S. Secretary of Labor Lori Chavez-DeRemer visited Boeing’s Huntsville operations on Monday as part of the agency’s nationwide “America at Work” tour. U.S. Rep. Dale Strong (R-Huntsville) welcomed the Trump […]
Republican candidate Dr. Angelo “Doc” Mancuso says efforts are underway within the Alabama Republican Party to remove him from the GOP primary ballot in the race for House District 7. […]
Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced the approval of 21 grants totaling $15.7 million through Alabama’s Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy program, a statewide effort aimed at preparing industrial […]
Governor Kay Ivey on Thursday announced a series of appointments to fill six vacancies across the state, including the appointment of Cullman County District Judge J. Chad Floyd to the […]
Three companies with deep ties to Alabama have been invited to compete in the first phase of the Department of War’s new Drone Dominance Program, a sweeping acquisition effort aimed […]
Huntsville will remain one of just two locations nationwide selected for the U.S. Census Bureau’s scaled operational field test ahead of the 2030 Census, according to updated Census Bureau press […]
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) has directly secured more than $21.2 million for North Alabama projects through her role on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, following Senate passage of three Fiscal […]
Artemis II wet dress rehearsal concludes after late-night hold as NASA shifts launch window to March
The countdown for NASA’s Artemis II wet dress rehearsal was paused late Monday night at Kennedy Space Center with just minutes remaining before the simulated launch countdown, before ultimately concluding […]
Governor Kay Ivey wants the Legislature to send a strong message to deter criminals across the Yellowhammer State from trying to elude the police. “Government at all levels should always […]
A fatal police chase involving Priceville officer Garry Chapman — the son of reality TV star “Dog the Bounty Hunter” — is now at the center of both a federal […]
Madison City Schools officials warned students and parents Sunday night that participation in a rumored student walkout could result in disciplinary action, citing safety concerns and disruptions to instruction. In […]
Gov. Kay Ivey on Friday announced the appointment of Christopher E. Connolly as a circuit judge in Alabama’s 11th Judicial Circuit, which includes Lauderdale County. Connolly, a graduate of Auburn […]
U.S. Space Command Commander Gen. Stephen Whiting has announced that Maj. Gen. Terry L. Grisham, an Alabama native with nearly four decades of military and civilian service, will serve as […]
Alabama State Auditor Andrew Sorrell says his decision to shift from the race for secretary of state back to a re-election bid for auditor was driven by political reality, not […]
Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed Dr. Lee Ellenburg as Alabama’s new State Climatologist, marking a leadership transition for the Alabama Office of the State Climatologist, housed within The University of […]
The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Republican Patrick Johnson in the race to represent House District 8, an open seat in Morgan County, ahead of the May 19 Republican primary. […]
