Elections Associated General Contractors endorses Caroleene Dobson, Derek Chen The association's PAC threw its support behind Caroleene Dobson for secretary of state and Derek Chen for state auditor in the 2026 elections. StaffDecember 11, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell applauds committee passage of AGOA reauthorization Sewell applauded the bipartisan passage of legislation that extended a vital program bolstering US-Africa economic ties and job creation. StaffDecember 11, 2025
Economy Gov. Ivey welcomes $10.5M Bad Boy Mowers Tractor Plant, 50 jobs headed to Monroeville Bad Boy Mowers announced a $10.5 million investment and 50 new jobs in Monroeville, transforming the former Vanity Fair distribution center. StaffDecember 11, 2025
Elections Builders and Contractors endorse Katherine Robertson for Attorney General The Associated Builders and Contractors of Alabama cited Robertson's role in halting federal vaccine mandates and fighting regulatory schemes. StaffDecember 10, 2025
Elections Farmers Federation endorses Rep. Phillip Rigsby for HD25 Farmers praised Rigsby’s proven track record and conservative values, noting his accessibility to district needs and appreciation for agriculture. StaffDecember 10, 2025
Legislature Rep. Marcus Paramore appointed to House Ways and Means Education Committee House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter appointed Rep. Marcus Paramore to the Ways and Means Education Committee. StaffDecember 10, 2025
Legislature House speaker appoints Rep. Chad Robertson to Judiciary Committee Rep. Chad Robertson was named to the House Judiciary Committee, filling a vacancy left by a former colleague's resignation. StaffDecember 10, 2025
Economy Trump announces $12 billion in farm aid as Alabama farmers brace for 2026 season Farmers welcome federal relief aimed at stabilizing commodity markets, easing costs and restoring trade balances after years of volatility. StaffDecember 9, 2025
Local news Mobile moves to join lawsuit challenging state’s handling of internet sales tax City officials said the tax program diverted $34 million annually, jeopardizing funding for public safety and essential city services. StaffDecember 9, 2025
News The V tackles free speech battles, Islamophobia fight, and fading American Dream This week’s episode examines censorship, religious discrimination, and why so many Americans doubt the promise of upward mobility. StaffDecember 8, 2025