Elections
Sneed, a mechanical contracting business owner, emphasized that his “uniquely human path” and working-class background have prepared him to serve District 5.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Andrew Sneed talks District 5 run, need for congressional reform
Manufacture Alabama endorses Doug Harwell, John Roberts
Rep. Ensler says he would push for gambling legislation as lieutenant governor
Ron Sparks considering comeback bid amid concerns for Alabama farmers
Bill to require post-election audits refiled for 2026 session
- Governor
Gov. Ivey announces $43.8 million in low-income heating and cooling grants
Gov. Ivey establishes Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group
Gov. Ivey orders Space Force flags to be flown across the state in weeklong “show of support”
Rep. Sewell celebrates unveiling of Space Command Headquarters sign in Huntsville
Gov. Ivey signs executive order to continue strong recruiting for National Guard
- Legislature
Bill would bar governments from using “West Bank” as term for Israel region
Prefiled bill would give State Auditor’s Office more authority
Bill would establish new screen time guidelines for young learners
Sen. Matt Woods prefiles Trey’s Law bill
Proposed law would allow for removal of library board members
- Economy
Alabama home sales stable, prices surge in November report
Gov. Ivey welcomes $10.5M Bad Boy Mowers Tractor Plant, 50 jobs headed to Monroeville
Trump announces $12 billion in farm aid as Alabama farmers brace for 2026 season
Governor encourages Alabama businesses to compete in 2026 Small Business Week awards
Alabama Power outlines plan to hold electric rates steady through 2027
- National
Rep. Sewell accepting applications for spring 2026 internships
Sen. Britt discusses federal healthcare policy, criticisms of ICE
Sen. Britt celebrates passage of record $901 billion defense spending bill
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan legislation to expand access to cardiac rehabilitation care
Alabama joins FTC deceptive practices lawsuit against Uber
- Education
State education committee takes aim at reducing classroom paperwork
Sen. Allen establishes Charlie Kirk Memorial Endowed Scholarship
ACHE approves $2.7 billion college budget requests, new programs
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: the Moseleys
TROY offers new pathway to nursing careers with Accelerated Master of Science in Nursing track
- Health
UAB study finds oral semaglutide effective for weight loss
Alabama delegation split over Affordable Care Act subsidy extension
Alabama Cannabis Coalition criticizes delays, limited licensing for medical cannabis
Opinion | Pharmacy Benefit Managers reap benefits, we pay the cost. It’s time to act
Alabama faith leaders urge Congress to extend ACA tax credits
- Opinion
Opinion | How gradual erosion tested American democracy in 2025
Opinion | An American mystery
Opinion | What would Jesus think of our politics and our treatment of neighbors?
Opinion | I lost my father to violence. Executing the wrong man won’t bring justice
Opinion | When citizens disengage, self-government erodes in Alabama
National
Four SEC games have had to be rescheduled due to surging coronavirus cases on university campuses.
News
The state reported 2,980 cases on Friday, and the seven-day average of cases was 1,843.
News
Incarcerated Black people in the state are being murdered at just more than three times the rate of white people.
Health
UAB Hospital has cared for more than one patient who recovered from coronavirus only to contract it again.
Economy
There were 8,764 new unemployment claims filed in Alabama last week, up from 7,060 the previous week.
Congress
Byrne’s term representing the 1st Congressional District will end at the end of the year when the 116th Congress ends.
Courts
Ortega was found guilty of operating a drug trafficking ring that stretched all the way from Mexico to Alabama.
National
Gunn said he believes whoever burned his business is angry over his involvement in the movement.
Health
Congress returned to a lame-duck session on Monday, but turmoil surrounding the election outcome is frustrating negotiations on several critical pieces of legislation.
Health
“You can sometimes read tea leaves a little bit, so I'm encouraged,” Jones said of reports he’s read detailing the hearing.