Courts
A new agreement following a federal suit greatly expanded the number of vape products convenience stores can continue to sell in Alabama.
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- Elections
Rick Pate launches campaign for lieutenant governor
Andrew Sorrell posts record-breaking campaign fundraising haul in secretary of state race
Lumpkin kicks off campaign for House District 60
Sweetser slams Trump admin’s compilation of Americans’ data
Attorney General Marshall announces campaign to fill Tuberville’s Senate seat
- Governor
Sen. Tuberville centers Trump in his gubernatorial campaign
Gov. Ivey shares statement on the 2025 Regular Session ending
Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles officers officially recognized as law enforcement
Gov. Ivey signs House Bill 202 and House Bill 199
Gov. Ivey signs “Powering Growth” plan into law
- Legislature
State of Alabama agrees to allow more vape products after federal suit
New Alabama vape law bans flavored e-cigarettes in stores
Opinion | Alabama’s GOP budget chairs lead state to fiscal strength
A look at the 2025 session’s impacts on mental healthcare
Alabama passes 12-bill package to strengthen military support, jobs, bases
- Economy
Alabama home sales dip slightly in April but outpace last year
Opinion | A cakewalk for lawmakers, a crackdown on workers, businesses
Poll: Trump voters back vape access, reject Biden rules, as Alabama ban sparks backlash
Third Alabama Starbucks votes to unionize in Huntsville
Gov. Ivey salutes Alabama exporters with Trade Excellence Awards
- National
State of Alabama agrees to allow more vape products after federal suit
Report: Huntsville was the clear choice for Space Command – again and again
Sen. Britt emphasizes child care issues in hearing with labor secretary
Sen. Britt reviews Birmingham Northern Beltline progress, economic impact
Sen. Britt sponsors bill to boost American-made cotton
- Education
Brasfield & Gorrie to build Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences campus
ALFA awards new vehicle to Alabama’s 2025-26 Teacher of the Year
Alabama Library Association slams APLS board’s “dismissive” tone
Moms for Liberty calls for APLS board to help get librarians fired
Kathy Murphy named new president of Wallace Community College in Dothan
- Health
Britt reintroduces the MOMS Act
Opinion | Opioid plan positions Alabama to curb addiction, support recovery for veterans
Opinion | Alabama’s rural hospital crisis is a threat to health — and our economy
Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
Alabama Senate passes bill loosening regulations for religious vaccine exemptions
- Opinion
Opinion | Marshall, Robertson, and the self-inflicted wound to Alabama GOP
Opinion | Thank goodness for Jefferson Davis Day
Opinion | A commonsense bill opens the door for retired physicians to serve again
Opinion | Cooperation, not conquest, will save democracy from the tribal abyss
Opinion | This is exactly what you voted for
Legislature
A sweeping new law in Alabama banned flavored e-cigarettes in convenience stores and imposed stricter permit requirements, significantly altering vape sales.
Legislature
The days of “robbing Peter to pay Paul” came to a screeching halt under Republican leadership.
Legislature
The 2025 Legislative Session saw Alabama make key budgetary investments and policy reforms in mental healthcare, with federal changes casting uncertainty.
Legislature
Alabama Legislature approved a sweeping package to bolster military support, secure jobs, and protect bases.
Legislature
Alabama's new law severely restricts hemp and CBD products, banning smokable hemp, capping THC, and prohibiting online sales, impacting businesses statewide.
Legislature
The law bans contractual clauses that prevent physicians from discussing treatment costs, lower-cost alternatives, and other care options.
Courts
A judicial decision removes ADPH’s authority over midwifery care, enabling birth centers to operate under the state Board of Midwifery’s oversight.
Legislature
A bill that would allow for more local government control of library boards also failed to gain any traction during the session.
Legislature
Lawmakers passed measures on voter integrity, hemp regulation, and energy infrastructure, while other notable bills on education and healthcare failed.