Alabama lawmakers push to make Juneteenth a permanent state holiday amidst Trump DEI changes
As of 2023, more than half of states across the U.S. recognize Juneteenth as a permanent state holiday, according to the Pew ...
UAB reverses decision, supports youth gun violence event following criticism
Following criticism from officials on UAB withdrawing support from an event aimed at curbing youth gun violence, UAB released ...
Birmingham residents react to Gov. Ivey’s focus on inner-city crime
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. ( WIAT) — Gov. Kay Ivey said her main priority is making Alabama safer. She highlighted ways to fight crime ...
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Who’s running? Potential candidates emerge in Birmingham’s 2025 mayoral election
Three candidates have officially announced their run, while speculation grows about other potential candidates.
Alabama lawmakers aiming to take down crime in new bill package
House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R) told CBS 42 lawmakers are getting to work. Tomorrow, they will kickoff the 2025 ...
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To ban or not to ban? Lawmakers create bills to ban cellphones in Alabama public schools
This legislative session, lawmakers mean business when it comes to banning cellphones for K-12 students in classrooms. On Feb. 4, lawmakers introduced bills in the House and Senate that will make this ...