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The mayor added that Birmingham's legislative delegation has shown strong bipartisan support for the policies.
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- Elections
- 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
Interfaith clergy rally against bills inserting religion into schools
Alabama House advances party registration bill
Coastal Alabama solar project sparks debate over regulation, local control
Bill to raise EMS reimbursement rates advances to House vote
Alabama Senate committee passes school prayer and pledge bill
- Economy
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
Retail giant expands baby departments, adds products at Alabama stores
- National
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
Reps. Sewell, Rogers introduce bill to address rural wastewater crisis
Hadrian to partner with Navy on northwest Alabama defense project
- Education
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
Lawmakers review Education Trust Fund as reserves decline
Bill to restrict discussion of contraceptives in sex ed faces pushback in public hearing
- 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
Municipal elections
Joe May, an educator and urban farmer, launched his campaign with a community-centered kickoff.
Local news
Programs like Rise Up Birmingham and Flipping the Game offer training, leadership roles, and economic opportunity.
Local news
The project will transform an inactive rail line into a 4.5-mile recreational path connecting west Birmingham residents.
Municipal elections
Myers Williams previously served on the Birmingham City Schools Board representing District 8.
Local news
Rachel Homolak has made national news for her tactics challenging libraries in Missouri and Alabama.
Municipal elections
Densmore announced his mayoral run, pledging to be a voice for Alexander City residents and bring decades of experience.
Local news
A gas station group challenged Montgomery's vape ban, citing CDC data that suggests the real source of the problem isn't convenience stores.
Local news
The group could not host the event in Prattville this year due to struggles reaching a rental agreement.
Local news
The sheriff evacuated the jail a year ago, claiming mold threatened the health and safety of inmates and staff.
Local news
The city of Mobile and Oak View Group leaders broke ground on Mobile Arena, a world-class Gulf Coast entertainment venue set to open in...