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The transit authority named three new leaders last week to guide its operations, policies and long-term transportation vision.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Democrats launch national coalition for congressional ethics, judicial reform
Tabitha Isner announces run for State Senate District 26
Alabama House advances party registration bill
Mancuso says ballot removal undermines voters, launches independent run
Alabama-led candidate coalition to hold U.S. Capitol launch event
- Governor
Gov. Ivey encourages veteran hiring through the HIRE VETS Medallion Program
Gov. Ivey signs bill requiring English proficiency for truck drivers
Alabama reacts to governor sparing death row inmate Sonny Burton
Ivey commutes Burton death sentence over unequal punishment
Gov. Ivey’s summer internship program deadline is approaching
- Legislature
House Republicans push closed primaries forward
Senate Democrats delay “Gulf of America” bill
Alabama Senate Republicans continue to stonewall Dem legislation with partisan calendar
House committee passes bill ensuring athletics eligibility for CHOOSE Act students
Committee advances bill regulating utility-scale solar farms
- Economy
Alabama home sales rise in February as mortgage rates fall
Alabama Senate passes bill to rein in data center tax incentives
Bill to pause new solar developments advances to Alabama Senate for vote
Lockheed Martin to invest in Pike County production facility
Hadrian to partner with Navy on northwest Alabama defense project
- National
Democrats launch national coalition for congressional ethics, judicial reform
Rep. Sewell introduces the Maternal Vaccination Act
Sens. Britt, Tuberville receive League of Municipalities’ 2026 Hometown Hero award
Rep. Figures secures over $3 million for Montgomery region projects
Alabama airman Alex Klinner killed in Iraq in refueling plane crash
- Education
Alabama nonprofit becomes state’s first J-1 exchange visa sponsor
House committee advances Ten Commandments display bill
ACHE reviews higher education bills, approves new academic programs at quarterly meeting
Alabama bill aims to let professors profit from research
Alabama House passes $10.9 billion education budget
- Health
Bill to raise EMS reimbursement rates advances to House vote
UAB Hospital now fifth-largest in the nation
Children’s of Alabama to host giveback night at Walk-Ons Sports Bistreux
ADPH reports downturns in healthcare-associated infection rates
Bill to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for breast cancer screenings heads to Ivey’s desk
- Opinion
Opinion | The age of impatience
Opinion | Pain at the pump showcases economic benefits of electric vehicles
Opinion | A Washington loophole that could cost farmers their loans
Opinion | Trump has failed to deliver on every promise. So why are you still loyal?
Opinion | Crime that happens in prison is still crime
Legislature
The mayor added that Birmingham's legislative delegation has shown strong bipartisan support for the policies.
Local news
A Venezuelan native, Douaihi has warned that Alabama's library fight echoes the rise of that authoritarian government.
Local news
Birmingham Public Affairs Director Josh Coleman joined a national leadership council to develop resources focused on race and equity for communities across the country.
Local news
Mothers United Against Gun Violence will host its third Youth Violence Prevention Forum March 14, featuring discussions with candidates and community leaders in Birmingham.
Governor
A native of Madison County and longtime farm operator, Vaughn succeeded retiring Chairman Mac McCutcheon following his appointment by Governor Kay Ivey.
Local news
The March 6 performance will blend music, dance and spoken word to examine Selma’s voting rights legacy and the challenges facing local teens.
Local news
State party leaders named former Birmingham Mayor William Bell to the post after a committee invalidated a disputed special election.
Local news
Alabama officials will host a job fair Thursday in Montgomery to recruit workers for several agencies after last year's event drew 1,200 applicants.
Local news
City officials will honor local students and businesses February 21 during a community celebration featuring a giveaway of 14 tree species.