AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoGoMESA Gulf Coast Boost: Gov. Kay Ivey announced $52M for 21 Alabama GoMESA projects, including $9M for Mobile’s Brookley by the Bay and major upgrades tied to boating access, water quality, and environmental education. Public Safety in Montgomery: Montgomery police say an officer fired during an arrest attempt after a suspect pulled a gun; the suspect was taken to the hospital and the case is now with ALEA/SBI. Tax Fraud Crackdown: A Birmingham man was indicted in federal court for allegedly preparing false tax returns tied to geothermal credits, with alleged losses of about $65M. Tribal Infrastructure: The Poarch Creek Indians began the first phase of a $24M road improvement project in Escambia County, targeting completion in March 2028. Data Center Politics: U.S. Sen. Katie Britt says Alabama should avoid both “every corner” development and blanket moratoriums, arguing for community control with clearer guardrails. Local Government Youth Program: Madison Mayor Ranae Bartlett named 33 high school students to the inaugural Mayor’s Youth Council. Child Exploitation Sting: Jefferson County authorities arrested 14 people in a five-day operation targeting online sexual exploitation of children. Road Closure: Highway 31 between Montgomery and Prattville was shut down due to an ongoing investigation.
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