Elections
A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders.
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- Elections
Bill to close primaries dies without vote
House approves roting rights restoration transparency bill
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Closing Alabama’s primaries won’t strengthen the GOP; it will weaken accountability
Opinion | We could use a few more lawmakers like Adline Clarke
- Governor
Alabama House passes Ten Commandments display in schools bill
Gov. Ivey signs Alabama law enforcement safety, scholarship bills
Gov. Ivey signs Alabama’s General Fund, Education Trust Fund bills
House passes bill criminalizing improper dog tethering
Gov. Ivey announces record CHOOSE Act applications for 2026–27 school year
- Legislature
- Economy
Alabama Senate sends bill to limit data center tax breaks to governor
Senate passes industry-to-classroom workforce tax credit bill
Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out
NFIB: Small business hiring slows, worker shortages persist
Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC
- National
Rep. Sewell calls Trump’s behavior in war with Iran “increasingly erratic and unhinged”
Rep. Aderholt announces USDA rural development grants for 4th District
Rep. Sewell to visit Montgomery for meetings with state officials
No, Shomari Figures was not embarrassed at a town hall
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan “Save Struggling Hospitals Act”
- Education
Gov. Ivey announces record CHOOSE Act applications for 2026–27 school year
Auburn student chapter wins award at national convention
U.S. Navy invests $30M in Alabama maritime workforce training
ASU partners with United Methodist Church, Wesley Foundation to support student development
Mark Merrick named Dean of UAB School of Health Professions
- Health
House passes bill to prohibit vaping in public spaces, rename Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act
The Shoulder launches Operation VETS to aid Alabama veterans struggling with substance abuse
Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol
Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride
Gov. Ivey proclaims March 30 as “Doctors Day” in Alabama
- Opinion
Opinion | Can we please stop electing unserious people to do serious jobs?
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Why the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama
Opinion | Closing Alabama’s primaries won’t strengthen the GOP; it will weaken accountability
Opinion | Why your dog might be smarter than you
Economy
At the “Moral Monday” event, Bishop William Barber II talked about how his Christian faith informs his support of unions.
Congress
The legislation follows Britt’s previous endeavors to create more resources for mothers.
National
Lawmakers call to end the unlawful actions against the quarry and mining facility in Mexico.
Infrastructure
If signed, SB226 would legalize self-driving cars for personal use and prevent local governments from regulating or taxing them.
News
In addition to her new role, Vance will maintain her position at the University of Alabama School of Law.
Governor
Gov. Kay Ivey filled several key positions across various boards and commissions in the state.
Courts
The conspiracy to commit federal program theft charge carries a potential sentence of up to five years in prison.
State
Three people shot and killed and at least twelve wounded Saturday night in a shooting at a party in Stockton.
National
Last week marked two years since the Mexican government illegally invaded and shut down Vulcan’s Punta Venado deep-water port.
Health
National Skilled Nursing Care week is May 12 through May 18.