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Judges have been barred from overriding the jury in death penalty sentencing since the Legislature passed a law to that effect in 2018.
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- Elections
Clay Thomas announces run for district judge
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Tommy Bryan for Supreme Court
David Cole again takes election challenge to the Alabama Supreme Court
Manufacture Alabama endorses Judge Chris McCool for Supreme Court
Alabama Forestry Association endorses Chris McCool for Alabama Supreme Court
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- Economy
Kronospan announces $350 million expansion in Oxford
Alabama’s housing market continues to slow in April
April unemployment rate hits new record low of 2.2 percent
Innovate Alabama opening third round of SBIR/STTR supplemental grant program
Labor quality surpasses inflation as No. 1 problem facing small business
- National
Sen. Britt, colleagues introduce bill to extend small business tax relief
SCOTUS decision on Alabama’s congressional districts to come within the month
Governor confirms new district judge for Madison County
U.S. Senate makes historic confirmation of Abudu to circuit court
National advocate speaks against Gov. DeSantis’ anti-Black, anti-LGBTQ+ policies
- Education
Legislature passes loan system amid moves to save Birmingham-Southern
Graduations declined in 2022, but college and career readiness improved
Community colleges offer no-cost fiber optic technician training
Ivey forces resignation of Education secretary over “woke” Pre-K book
“Divisive Concepts” bill headed back to the House for the second year
- Health
Report: Alabama is one of the top 10 deadliest states for workers
Advocacy groups to rally for Medicaid expansion
New Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences to be established in Demopolis by 2026
Medical associations launch campaign to warn Alabamians of fentanyl dangers
Mental health system faces crises of workforce shortage, uncompensated care
- Opinion
Legislature
The three main issues between the chambers were the tax rebate, a savings account and a K-12 capital grant program.
Legislature
The bill now heads to the Senate, but any delay could leave it on the cutting room floor.
Legislature
The bill no longer purports to stop individuals from purchasing property, only entities representing the governments themselves.
Legislature
An amendment to increase diversity on the Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau board failed when Dem lawmakers didn't vote.
Education
The college would shut down without a bailout.
Featured Opinion
Legislature
Economy
This $350 million investment will create 125 new jobs.
Legislature
The legislation was given a favorable of 8-2 and will move to the full Senate.
Legislature
Several speakers testified about the dangers of outing, suicidality in the LGBTQ+ community, and the legislation in general.
Opinion
Please consider starting your own rewarding journey as a foster parent and make a lasting difference in a child’s life.
Opinion
Owning an EV has definitely positively impacted my family.
Opinion
Affordable and accessible child care is crucial to Alabama’s working families and the future of our workforce.
Featured Opinion
Alabama was electing women to statewide offices many years before other so-called progressive states.
Legislature
The bill would reduce the sales tax on SNAP eligible foods by 2 percent as early as 2025.
Courts
In a deposition in his election challenge, David Cole couldn't recall spending a single night or eating a meal at his residence of record.
Legislature
Republican critics of the bill saw it as a move toward no-excuse voting.
Legislature
The duty to conduct the audit would fall on canvassing boards in each county.
Legislature
The House Ways and Means Education committee doubled that amount to $210 for each taxpayer.
Legislature
Among other changes, schools previously labeled "failing" will be reclassified as "priority."
Legislature
The resolution was sponsored by State Rep. Andy Whitt, R-Harvest.
Legislature
Children or teens who purchase or possess e-cigarettes could be fined and placed under juvenile court jurisdiction.
Legislature
Garrett said the current structure leaves task force materials unscreened before reaching classrooms.
