By Rachael Thomas, Tayler Davis and Kenley Hargett
At the request of his parents in order to raise awareness about mental health, one school district in east Texas is sharing the haunting final words of a teenage student there who took his own life.
Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre criticized transgender Olympic athletes on his podcast, saying it’s “unfair” that they can compete in women’s sports.
The grant will help Community Development Finance Institutions, or CDFIs, and other community lenders, support these businesses with a particular focus on those that are Black owned.
City leaders said Waste Management has had plenty of time to iron out the kinks in the system, and if they don’t get it together soon, they’ll be forced to take other measures.
The NTSB is moving full speed head to determine the facts. It says it’s collected what it considers ‘good information’ from the site, and there are several areas of concentration.
Doris Lucas is organizing a Stop the Gun Violence rally this weekend in Tuscaloosa. She asks people who care about their communities to come and participate.
Law enforcement across the country is bracing for a potentially violent summer as more people are enjoying loosened COVID restrictions, a situation made more difficult due to the shortage of law enforcement officers.
Gulf Shores Police said on June 21, 2021 at approximately 6:11 p.m., officers responded with the Gulf Shores Fire Department to a reported fire at the Lighthouse Condominiums at 455 East Beach Boulevard.
Gov. Edwards has announced he has vetoed Senate Bill 156, which would prevent transgender girls and women from participating on athletic teams or in sporting events designated for girls or women.
Mayor Walt Maddox said they have identified where three leaks in raw and treated water system formed after intense rain and flooding from Tropical Storm Claudette hit the city.
Suspended Lee County District Attorney Brandon Hughes is indicted on five ethics violations for reportedly using his elected position for personal gain, one count of perjury and one count of conspiracy to commit theft.
Preliminary data from the Department of Labor shows the county has an unemployment rate of 1.8 percent, which is lower than the state’s unemployment rate of 3.4 percent.
Alabama Nursing Home leaders say COVID safety restrictions are starting to relax for visits, but if you were hoping to see your loved one more freely that could take some more time.
Alabama health providers are still offering the one-and-done vaccine as an option, but they do let people know there is a small risk associated with it.
It’s much needed money that’s going to help a lot of families but under certain circumstances. According to UAB Political Science Professor Peter Jones, you could find yourself paying the money back.
The organization says due to Covid-19, clients are required to make appointments to apply for assistance. They also must follow safety guidelines set by Community Action.
In March of 2021, the Helena Police Department partnered with KultureCity, a Birmingham based nonprofit organization dedicated to sensory awareness and inclusion for those with invisible disabilities such as Autism and PTSD.
There is a push to get more people vaccinated here in Alabama and in the country. It looks likely the U.S. will not hit President Biden’s goal of 70% of people at least getting one shot by July 4.
