Elections Merrill meets with Trump to discuss election integrity Merrill says Trump praised Alabama as a standard for other states. Jacob HolmesDecember 3, 2021
State Governor honors Alabama’s first Black poet laureate At 31, Ashley Jones is also the youngest poet laureate ever selected in Alabama. Jacob HolmesDecember 2, 2021
Health Medical Cannabis Commission doctor details product mixes, costs Commission member Blakemore said it's crucial to maintain price transparency and breaks down what makes cannabis products work. Jacob HolmesNovember 22, 2021
Economy Miners demonstrate at Capitol against Trooper escorting strikebreakers The demonstration is part of the union's strike against Warrior Met seeking better pay and benefits. Jacob HolmesNovember 19, 2021
Elections Mitchem enters race for House District 26 The seat is up for grabs as incumbent Rep. Kerry Rich has announced he will not run for a sixth term. Jacob HolmesNovember 18, 2021
Legislature Organizations challenging redistricting maps explain their issues The groups say they would like to find a remedy before the 2022 elections, but that the litigation might take more time. Jacob HolmesNovember 17, 2021
Governor Gov. Kay Ivey makes round of appointments The appointments are effective immediately. Jacob HolmesNovember 15, 2021
Health Medical Cannabis Commission preparing procedures With the state dictating that license applications be available by September 2022, the commission has a tight deadline. Jacob HolmesNovember 12, 2021
Education PARCA study shows Alabama’s college-going rate’s continued downward trend Four-year college attendance held steady while two-year attendance dropped 4 percent. Jacob HolmesNovember 10, 2021
Economy Contractors’ association challenging OSHA COVID ruling in court The group's leaders say the rule could exacerbate issues facing the construction industry, including a labor shortage. Jacob HolmesNovember 10, 2021