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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Governor closes state offices early in nine counties ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Governor declares State of Emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation
Ivey replaces five Alabama Public Television board members amid PBS debate
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
Gov. Ivey announces final round of 2026 Rebuild Alabama grants
- Legislature
- Economy
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
BBB warns Alabamians to look out for post-hurricane repair scams
Poll: Young Alabama voters feel squeezed, but remain motivated to vote
Jeff. Co. treasurer, fiscal leaders warn Trump policies to worsen housing crisis
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
- National
Britt touts $2 million secured for Southern Research Institute
Britt, Tuberville join call for federal investigation into Planned Parenthood funding
Figures calls for CD2 debates, Marques refuses invitation
Sewell secures $250,000 for Homewood stormwater upgrades
Strong announces $3 million Tennessee River crossing project in Decatur
- Education
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
Troy University Everett Symposium focuses on ethical AI use
GE Aerospace Foundation invests $1 million in workforce training
Britt plans Alabama service academy information sessions
Alabama Public Television poll shows support for PBS ties
- Health
Alabama health care concerns rise as rural hospitals struggle
Alabama Board of Nursing ransomware attack may have exposed personal information
State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week
Alabama overdose deaths fall 46 percent as opioid response expands
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
- Opinion
Health
Rising costs, hospital closures and scarce maternity care have put health among voters’ top concern for state leaders.
Legislature
It’s time to clear away the thorns and do what’s right for Alabama family farmers.
Featured Opinion
Alabama politicians spend a lot of time attacking transgender people, and trans kids, while barely uttering a word about the real monsters
Elections
Responding to ACCR, Doug Jones backs greater local authority, citizen ballot initiatives, independent redistricting and a governor–lieutenant governor joint ticket.
News
The Birmingham site pairs remembrance of the 1963 bombing’s victims with calls to confront injustice through truth and action.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Elections
Alabama Democrats rallied behind Allison Montgomery and Terri Osborne after the state GOP chair made disparaging remarks at a Republican women’s event.
Elections
Winning in Alabama is a tremendous uphill climb for Democrats. But boy, it sure feels like they're about to.
Economy
BBB urged storm victims to vet contractors, get written estimates and report price gouging during Isaias recovery efforts.
The Voice of Alabama Politics
Alabama power struggles, campaign cash and public accountability take center stage alongside police staffing shortages and rising housing costs statewide.
Congress
The Birmingham nonprofit plans lab upgrades to boost preclinical research, biomedical innovation and Alabama’s role in public health priorities.
Featured Opinion
A new ad campaign starting this weekend will bring an overdue spotlight to the Poarch Creeks' impact on Alabama's economy.
Opinion
Why I’ll bring back gas pump inspectors as commissioner of agriculture and industries.
Featured Opinion
Don't vote for red or blue. Be smarter than that. Vote for the candidate in every race who has the best ideas and policies.
Opinion
I believe North Alabama, as much as anywhere in this incredible nation, is capable of leading us to better days.
State
The longtime probate judge and former legislator devoted decades to public service, education and preserving Gadsden’s history.
Courts
In a unanimous ruling, Alabama's highest court agreed that courts don't have standing to determine candidates' constitutional eligibility
Congress
Lawmakers asked the HHS watchdog to review grants, contracts and health program payments.
Congress
Following barbs traded by their campaigns, Figures pressed Marques for debates, while Marques said he will not "give a platform" to the incumbent.
News
The November 6 gathering will focus on housing stability, lived experience and partnerships, followed by a downtown service project.
Governor
State offices in nine south Alabama counties are set to close Friday as emergency preparations continue across 40 counties.
State
State parks, marine offices, nature reserves and youth hunts faced cancellations as forecasters warned of dangerous surge, debris and wind.
Public safety
The pause will cover major routes in 10 south Alabama counties as officials urge drivers to avoid unnecessary travel during severe weather.
News
Commissioners eliminated paper-copy requirements and preserved the electronic filing deadline after objections, while postponing a request for easier public commenting.