Safe from the Storm: Alabama launches new Flood Notification System
A deadly flood in Texas that killed an Alabama girl has prompted state officials to launch a new flood notification system.
Governor Kay Ivey
Safe from the Storm: What does it mean when the governor declares a State of Emergency?
When a big weather event affects Alabama, you may hear that the governor has issued a “State of Emergency.” But what does that actually mean?
Gov. Kay Ivey signs bill limiting screen time for children in early education programs
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed a bill to limit electronic screen access in early childhood education and licensed childcare facilities.
Gov. Kay Ivey commits $40 million for capital expenses at Jackson Hospital
Gov. Kay Ivey has announced that she will commit $40 million for capital expenses at Jackson Hospital in Montgomery, but only after it has emerged from bankruptcy.
Gov. Kay Ivey signs legislation putting limits on new environmental regulations
Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation that restricts the state’s ability to set new environmental regulations.
New Alabama Veterans Resource Center comes to downtown Montgomery
Gov. Ivey, among others, holds a ribbon cutting for the new Alabama Veterans Resource Center in Montgomery.
Gov. Kay Ivey signs Child Predator Death Penalty Act into law
The Child Predator Death Penalty Act was one of the governor’s top priorities this legislative session, which will now provide new legal protection for children from child predators.
Alabama National Guard activates for winter weather response
The Alabama National Guard has activated more than 350 soldiers to support the winter storm response by the Alabama Emergency Management Agency as part of Gov. Kay Ivey’s State of Emergency declaration.
State child abuse organizations receive federal grants
Federal grants totaling $2.26 million have been awarded to nonprofit centers that provide professional care to children who have suffered various forms of abuse, including some in our area.
State of Alabama announces new poet laureate
Dozens of people gathered at the State Capitol today for the ceremony of nominating Alabama’s new Poet Laureate.
