In Focus with Carolyn Hutcheson

Blue and Gray Reunion Brought Civil War Vets to Gettysburg - In Focus - April 1, 2025

Although the Civil War remains controversial even today, in 1913, veterans from the North and the South came to Gettysburg for a reunion and reconciliation.

Lawmakers Talk Budgets, Crime Bills - In Focus - March 28, 2025

On the Newswrap today, Randy Scott, executive producer of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses the legislature's progress working on the state budgets. And the Wildcard is about a candy lover's parting wish!

Girl Scouts Celebrate 113th Birthday - In Focus - March 27, 2025

March is Women's History Month, and Girl Scouts across the U.S. are celebrating the organization's 113th birthday. In Focus delves into how today's Girl Scouts are learning to lead and serve.

Remembering Congressman John Lewis - In Focus - March 26, 2025

The late Congressman John Lewis had roots in Pike County, Alabama, and his photographer friend Danny Lyon visits In Focus to share his memories of the civil rights icon.

Alabama Lions Sight Brings Mobile Eye Clinics To Underserved Communities - In Focus - March 25, 2025

Alabama Lions Sight is now serving all sixty-seven Alabama counties with their two large mobile eye-clinic vans. Board member April Pearson talks with In Focus today about the nonprofit.

Parental Leave Bill Heads to Governor's Desk - In Focus - March 21, 2025

On the Newswrap, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, discusses paid parental leave for educators and state workers, a bill recently passed by the legislature. And the Wildcard is about a special meeting with the governor!

National Parks Under Threat - In Focus - March 20, 2025

America's beloved national parks are under threat of cost-cutting by the federal government. So, In Focus checked in with the National Parks Conservation Association to find out how the nonprofit is continuing to preserve history, especially in Alabama.

Montgomery Police Chief on Combatting Domestic Violence and Human Trafficking - In Focus - March 19, 2025

Montgomery Police Chief James Graboys discusses domestic violence and human trafficking in part two of his interview today on In Focus.

Alabama Marks Bicentennial of Lafayette's Journey - In Focus - March 18, 2025

Alabama is among the states celebrating the 200th anniversary of the grand tour of General Lafayette, 50 years after the French aristocrat fought alongside George Washington in the American Revolution.

Shutdown Looms as Congress Frets Over Government Funding Bill - In Focus - March 14, 2025

While the legislature is on spring break, Todd Stacy, host of Alabama Public Television's Capitol Journal, gives an update on Congress for the Newswrap. And Todd's Wildcard is about a would-be jailbird.