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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
- Legislature
State retirees to get hit with another premium increase
Contract Review Committee holds ADOC contracts over prison litigation costs
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
- Economy
Hyundai to invest $500 million in Montgomery hybrid production
Sen. Britt backs bipartisan AI transparency legislation
Ivey halts dyed diesel enforcement to aid farmers, timber workers hit by high prices
August home sales indicate traditional seasonal downturn has begun
Target Circle Deal Days returning October 6 and 7
- National
- Education
Alabama Public Television poll shows support for PBS ties
Troy CTE expansion boosts Alabama workforce training
Alabama road builders launch student heavy equipment training program
Sewell opens service academy nominations for Alabama students
Commission talks out-of-school education needs, career pathways
- Health
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
Alabama’s uninsured rate exposes Medicaid expansion gap
UAB selected to participate in the Pediatric Prevention Network, receive $10M in funding
- Opinion
Municipal elections
Huntsville City Schools Board Vice President Ryan Renaud says he wants a final term to complete work on unitary status, capital improvements and fiscal...
News
The former Governor Kay Ivey legislative liaison brought Statehouse experience to the trade association’s push for pro-manufacturing policies.
Governor
Alabama exporters reached 190 countries in 2025, underscoring statewide growth from aerospace and agriculture to software and aviation services.
Congress
The bipartisan bill would add shark attacks to federal wireless emergency alerts, honoring Alabama survivor Lulu Gribbin’s push to protect beachgoers.
Education
Students in kindergarten through eighth grade were invited to read six books by August 1 and reflect on America’s history.
Economy
Inventory improved and homes sold faster, while median prices climbed 15.2 percent from a year earlier amid steady buyer demand.
Elections
Voters overwhelmingly approved the amendment, which lets judges deny bond for more violent offenses when defendants pose a public threat.
Economy
The project at Muscle Shoals’ research airpark was expected to begin construction immediately, with transformer production starting in 2028.
Public safety
ALDOT suspended temporary interstate lane closures for Memorial Day weekend as officials sought to ease congestion and improve safety amid heavier holiday traffic.