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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Plaintiffs appeal Tuberville case dismissal to the Alabama Supreme Court
Doug Jones takes voter questions, discusses jobs at Shoals town hall
Opinion | Alabama politics costs so much because power is worth buying
Doug Jones, Tuberville allies react to residency case dismissal
Tuberville residency fight unresolved as voters plan appeal
- Governor
Governor issues flag-lowering directive for Firefighter Sydney Kathryne Watson
Gov. Ivey marks America’s 250th birthday with Fourth of July message
Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.3M for weatherization assistance
Alabama joins Great American State Fair for America’s 250th
Ivey names new members to STEM Council leadership
- Legislature
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
ACLU vows to take Alabama to court over special session bills
Terri Sewell condemns Alabama redistricting election law
- Economy
Opinion | Mobile deserves more than promises before rail merger
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Ivey signs “Made in the USA” Day proclamation celebrating Alabama manufacturers
National Federation of Independent Business releases June Jobs Report
Alabama launches Workforce Pell for short-term job training
- National
House approves Rep. Strong’s bill redirecting airline security fees to airport upgrades
Ohio US Rep. Landsman joins Andrew Sneed-led reform coalition
Alabama lawmakers mourn Lindsey Graham after sudden death
Sen. Britt opens new Fort Rucker training complex for soldiers
Rep. Dale Strong announces appointment of 21 North Alabama students to US service academies
- Education
Alabama’s back-to-school sales tax holiday is this weekend
Alabama Council of School Board Attorneys selects new leadership
Alabama Community College Systems discusses new adult education workforce model
Chad Holden takes helm of Alabama Association of School Boards
Huntingdon College names six new trustees to board
- Health
EAMC becomes Alabama’s first hospital with Vibwife birth platform
UAB receives $4 million to expand Live HealthSmart Alabama initiative
Jackson Hospital to remain open for now as officials pursue rescue plan
Jackson Hospital delays closure announcement as questions mount over future
Jeff Samz elected chair of Alabama Hospital Association board
- Opinion
Education
State legislators approved contracts for a statewide school safety software platform and detailed digital mapping, advancing the 2024 School Security Act.
State
The $11 million award secured the reclamation of hazardous land, paving the way for up to 850 new jobs and a $2.2 billion boost.
Elections
ALGOP Chairman John Wahl said the massive early turnout reflected the party's strength and enthusiasm, calling it a critical milestone for 2026 campaigns.
State
State leaders will launch a new Career Center at Athens State University, providing North Alabama jobseekers and employers a full range of services.
State
During his time on the Board, Littleton led efforts to modernize the parole file review process, reducing errors and expanding remote data access.
State
A new federal award of $203.4 million was secured to help Alabama address its acute physician shortage, especially in struggling rural communities.
State
The annual competition showcases that the Black Belt region remains one of the best places in America to bag a trophy buck.
State
PARCA’s 2025 report finds Alabama collects less tax revenue, relies heavily on sales taxes and maintains a structurally imbalanced system.
State
Confusion and strict regulations led many existing retailers to choose closure rather than attempt to comply with the new licensing requirements.
Health
Gov. Kay Ivey announced Alabama received official federal approval, unlocking $203 million in first-year funding for the Rural Health Transformation Program.