Prisons
A documentary revealed life inside Alabama's prisons and followed the story of Steven Davis' death, sparking calls for federal investigation.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Rhett Marques announces campaign raised more than $500,000 in less than two months
Manufacture Alabama endorses Jack Williams for ag commissioner
P&CMA endorses Katherine Robertson’s campaign for attorney general
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Rep. David Standridge
Manufacture Alabama endorses Caroleene Dobson for secretary of state
- Governor
Gov. Ivey will not call special session to redraw district maps found to violate the VRA
Gov. Ivey announces appointments across multiple state entities
Gov. Ivey declares September as Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
Gov. Kay Ivey proclaim October 12 as Farmers’ Day in Alabama
Gov. Ivey prepares to administer Rural Health Transformation Program
- Legislature
Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026
Lawmaker says group threatened to burn his home, land over dog deer hunting
New bill seeks to add Alabama rotisserie chicken to SNAP eligibility
Alabama Board of Pharmacy faces backlash over Open Meetings Act violation
Lawmaker proposes bill forcing schools to lead pledge of allegiance or lose funding
- Economy
Secretary of State Wes Allen releases tutorial to help Alabama small business owners
NFIB: Small business optimism declines in September
National publication ranks Alabama as a top state for doing business
Meta to expand Montgomery data center, upping local investments to $1.5 billion
Manufacture Alabama adds four new directors to board
- National
Conservative justices question constitutionality of key Voting Rights Act plank
ALGOP files amicus brief in Supreme Court regarding redistricting case
Alabamians prep for second wave of “No Kings” protests
Alabama’s Congressional delegation praises announced Gaza peace plan deal
Reps. Aderholt, Moore condemn FDA approval of generic abortion medication
- Education
Troy University to cover tuition assistance for military students affected by shutdown
Magic City Academy receives five-year contract renewal
Alabama launches digital education network with Apple, Alabama Power
Alabama High School Athletic Association comms director to retire
Board of Education moves to overhaul outdated school counseling plan
- Health
Jackson Hospital on brink of closure, officials tell Montgomery City Council
Alabama commission hears testimonies on drone use in health, disaster response
Pre-filed bill would eliminate prostate cancer screening costs for high-risk men
Local pediatricians combat fear of Tylenol use during pregnancy
Alabama hospitals to face millions in losses if ACA subsidies expire
- Opinion
Prisons
At Alabama’s annual prison oversight hearing, testimonies highlighted poor conditions, parole guideline issues and the violent nature of the system.
Infrastructure
The station provides easy charging for travelers on U.S. 280, a crucial corridor. Funding from ADECA's program made it possible.
Prisons
The organization asked Alabama lawmakers to improve prison death reporting and transparency ahead of today’s Joint Prison Oversight Committee hearing.
Congress
The partial release of withheld education funds drew support from Trump ally Senator Katie Britt and criticism from Representative Terri Sewell.
Party politics
The alleged scheme gathered at least $140 million through fraudulent means from 2014 to 2025, impacting around 300 investors, including Alabama Republicans.
State
Wes Allen urged recipients of an alleged $140 million Ponzi scheme to return funds to ensure victims could be made whole.
Aerospace and Defense
Britt secured nearly $119.4 million for improvements and investments in Alabama’s military bases, advancing national defense infrastructure.
Public safety
The Board adopted updates, aiming to ensure parole decisions reflected both public safety priorities and the potential for rehabilitation.
Education
If the code changes were to be ultimately approved, local libraries would not be allowed to shelve such materials in children or youth sections.
Governor
Ivey awarded over $3.7 million in state funding for 12 road improvement projects across Alabama as part of the Rebuild Alabama Act.