State Steve Marshall endorses call for “largest deportation in U.S. history” Marshall was among the 21 Republican state attorneys general who endorsed the letter. Wesley WalterJanuary 9, 2025
Economy Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans McNair began her tenure as Commerce Secretary on Jan. 1, 2024, after Gov. Kay Ivey appointed her. Wesley WalterJanuary 7, 2025
President Republicans praise DOGE, bring up past efficiency measures It is yet to be seen how DOGE plans to trim $2 trillion from the federal budget. Wesley WalterJanuary 1, 2025
Prisons Steve Marshall proud Alabama leads US in executions, despite backlash This year marks the first time Alabama has led the U.S. in executions. Wesley WalterDecember 27, 2024
National Tariffs unpopular with voters, mixed bag for Alabama Republicans Of voters polled, Republicans viewed the proposed tariffs most favorably with 76 percent in favor. Wesley WalterDecember 23, 2024
Environment Recreational trails board debates, votes on 2024 project proposals The Alabama Recreational Trails Advisory Board discussed and voted on its 2024 grant proposals during their annual meeting on Dec. 17. Wesley WalterDecember 18, 2024
Environment Drought assessment committee discusses end of year climate data Each area of the state was reported as abnormally dry, while north and southwest Alabama faced severe or extreme drought. Wesley WalterDecember 13, 2024
Health PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead The health provider warned of a funding crisis and a potential $228M reserve loss by 2027 amid rising medical costs. Wesley WalterDecember 4, 2024
Congress Rep. Jerry Carl talks Farm Bill, “head-spinner” return for Trump Carl will leave office with the end of the 2024 session after losing his re-election bid. Wesley WalterNovember 27, 2024
Legislature Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception. Wesley WalterNovember 22, 2024