Elections DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries The American Conservative Fund spent more than $9.3 million backing Alabama candidates ahead of the state’s next gambling debate. Bill Britt4 days ago
Legislature Controversial wildlife rehabilitation bill awaits consideration by House Ag Committee The bill would allow good samaritans to care for injured or orphaned wildlife without an official license. Alex JobinApril 8, 2025
Legislature Alabama lawmaker files bill to jail women for abortions The bill is out of step with some anti-abortion advocates who have said the focus should be on criminalizing providers, not women who seek... Jacob HolmesApril 8, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey signs Senate Bill 40 promoting veteran mental health SB40 will promote voluntary and temporary firearm storage to reduce suicide rates for residents. StaffApril 8, 2025
Legislature Alabama Legislature to play Mississippi Legislature in charity softball game Proceeds from the game will benefit Children’s of Alabama, which is ranked among the best children’s hospitals in the nation. StaffApril 8, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs bill criminalizing inhalants into law The law also establishes the unlawful sale of inhalants as a Class D felony. Alex JobinApril 7, 2025
Legislature Alabama 2025 Legislative Report: Week Six 829 bills have been introduced to date. Beth LyonsApril 7, 2025
Legislature Sen. Gudger pulls the pin on gaming package with 77-word grenade Senate leadership abruptly slammed the door — exposing deep divisions, dwindling time, and decades of dysfunction. Bill BrittApril 4, 2025
Legislature Ten Commandments bill headed back to the drawing board Committee members asked for clarification on how the bill would apply to college campuses and how schools would be held accountable since the bill... Jacob HolmesApril 4, 2025
Health Alabama Senate passes bill loosening regulations for religious vaccine exemptions SB85 simplifies religious vaccination exemptions, which raised concerns about public health risks. Mary Claire WootenApril 4, 2025
Health Alabama midwives and families criticize amendments to SB87 midwifery bill The Alabama Midwives Alliance and a number of concerned citizens have publicly denounced SB87's substitute. Alex JobinApril 4, 2025