Congress
Britt and Tuberville backed a bill that would prevent federal shutdowns, requiring Congress to stay in D.C. until budget work is done.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Jefferson County Democratic Party opens candidate qualifying for 2026 primary
Candice Duvieilh on managing growth, improving accountability in District 5
Mobile County Republican Party to host 21 candidates on Monday
Scott Ortis announces candidacy for Alabama Senate District 15
Local educator Craig Jelks considers independent bid for U.S. Senate
- Governor
Gov. Ivey announces $43.8 million in low-income heating and cooling grants
Gov. Ivey establishes Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group
Gov. Ivey orders Space Force flags to be flown across the state in weeklong “show of support”
Rep. Sewell celebrates unveiling of Space Command Headquarters sign in Huntsville
Gov. Ivey signs executive order to continue strong recruiting for National Guard
- Legislature
Prefiled bill details new eviction notice, grants immunity
Alabama lawmaker proposes English-only driver’s license exams
Bill would bar governments from using “West Bank” as term for Israel region
Prefiled bill would give State Auditor’s Office more authority
Bill would establish new screen time guidelines for young learners
- Economy
Alabama home sales stable, prices surge in November report
Gov. Ivey welcomes $10.5M Bad Boy Mowers Tractor Plant, 50 jobs headed to Monroeville
Trump announces $12 billion in farm aid as Alabama farmers brace for 2026 season
Governor encourages Alabama businesses to compete in 2026 Small Business Week awards
Alabama Power outlines plan to hold electric rates steady through 2027
- National
Alabama reacts to Trump’s surprise assault on Venezuela
Rep. Sewell accepting applications for spring 2026 internships
Sen. Britt discusses federal healthcare policy, criticisms of ICE
Sen. Britt celebrates passage of record $901 billion defense spending bill
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan legislation to expand access to cardiac rehabilitation care
- Education
State education committee takes aim at reducing classroom paperwork
Sen. Allen establishes Charlie Kirk Memorial Endowed Scholarship
ACHE approves $2.7 billion college budget requests, new programs
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: the Moseleys
TROY offers new pathway to nursing careers with Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing track
- Health
Gov. Ivey announces Alabama secured more than $203M for Rural Health Transformation Program
UAB study finds oral semaglutide effective for weight loss
Alabama delegation split over Affordable Care Act subsidy extension
Alabama Cannabis Coalition criticizes delays, limited licensing for medical cannabis
Opinion | Pharmacy Benefit Managers reap benefits, we pay the cost. It’s time to act
- Opinion
Congress
Amid mounting pressure for RFK Jr. to resign, two U.S. senators reaffirmed their support for the Health secretary and his agenda.
Congress
Britt joined colleagues to repeal legislation improving transparency and combating brutality, claiming it contributed to a "crime problem" in the city.
Elections
A congressional candidate urged his opponent to support a petition demanding the full release of Epstein files, calling it a moral imperative.
Municipal elections
The Birmingham mayor's endorsement could help Drummond maintain her grassroots campaign's momentum as she faces an opponent who has both outraised and outspent her.
Legislature
Butler is again moving to restrict expression related to gender identity and sexual orientation in Alabama classrooms.
Governor
The governor celebrated Alabama's workforce, highlighting the state's record high employment and decreasing unemployment rate.
Courts
New DNA evidence implicated another man, leading a federal judge to order a new trial for the inmate after three decades on death row.
News
The latest grocery tax reduction—the second in three years—will make it easier for every Alabamian to make ends meet, especially with high food prices.
Elections
Three candidates for U.S. Senate in Alabama signed a pledge supporting a constitutional amendment for congressional term limits, joining a growing movement.