Elections Republican candidates, leadership have no answers on Trump Republican candidates and leadership have no response to Trump's visit, or whether they still support his agenda and actions. Josh Moon15 hours ago
Congress House passes Russia, Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt The bipartisan bill would target Moscow’s war machine, extend penalties on Tehran and give President Trump wider tariff powers. Alex JobinSeptember 17, 2026
State APT board to survey Alabamians on APTV programming The vote capped months of debate over PBS ties, drawing objections over political bias, public trust and the poll's framing. Jacob HolmesSeptember 17, 2026
Elections Jones, Ensler seek to expand lieutenant governor’s role The proposal would pair gubernatorial nominees with running mates and shift a largely ceremonial office toward a cabinet-level role. Jacob HolmesSeptember 17, 2026
Congress House passes agroterrorism preparedness bill to protect food supply The measure would require DHS to run a nationwide preparedness exercise with state, local and private-sector partners within four years. Alex JobinSeptember 17, 2026
Congress State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform Beginning Monday, American Cancer Society volunteers met with Alabama lawmakers, to seek expanded clinical trial access and support for NIH research. Wesley WalterSeptember 17, 2026
Congress House passes Palmer bill to recover critical minerals from waste Palmer’s CHARM Act passed the House, directing EPA to develop a strategy for recovering critical minerals from waste and discarded materials. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 17, 2026
Health Alabama’s uninsured rate exposes Medicaid expansion gap Advocates said Alabama’s coverage gap left working adults uninsured, strained rural hospitals and deepened disparities after ACA enrollment fell sharply. StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Economy Alabama remains without legal sports betting as NFL season begins An industry coalition says regulation would provide consumer protections and capture tax revenue now flowing out of state. StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Congress House passes Tuskegee Airmen post office renaming bill The measure drew support from Alabama’s full House delegation as Figures pursues broader recognition for the pioneering World War II aviators. StaffSeptember 17, 2026
Public safety Gov. Ivey awards grant to upgrade state forensic equipment New toxicology tools are expected to speed opioid casework for Alabama’s forensic labs serving more than 450 law enforcement agencies. StaffSeptember 17, 2026