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An ACLU analysis found opposition at hearings sharply reduced release chances, while Alabama still barred applicants from speaking for themselves.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Opinion | After sixteen years, it’s time to look in the mirror
Seniors say Medicare Advantage cuts could influence their votes
Manufacture Alabama announces additional endorsements ahead of general election
Opinion | If our military makes time to vote, we should make sure they can
Doug Jones holds education town hall in Montgomery
- Governor
Alabama awards $1 million grant for Lockheed Martin’s Troy expansion
Governor closes state offices early in nine counties ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Governor declares State of Emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation
Ivey replaces five Alabama Public Television board members amid PBS debate
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
- Legislature
- Economy
Small business optimism dips as labor shortages persist
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
BBB warns Alabamians to look out for post-hurricane repair scams
Poll: Young Alabama voters feel squeezed, but remain motivated to vote
Jeff. Co. treasurer, fiscal leaders warn Trump policies to worsen housing crisis
- National
HHS declares public health emergency in Alabama after Hurricane Isaias
Jelks presses Moore to defend Omar after home raid
Britt touts $2 million secured for Southern Research Institute
Britt, Tuberville join call for federal investigation into Planned Parenthood funding
Figures calls for CD2 debates, Marques refuses invitation
- Education
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
Troy University Everett Symposium focuses on ethical AI use
GE Aerospace Foundation invests $1 million in workforce training
Britt plans Alabama service academy information sessions
Alabama Public Television poll shows support for PBS ties
- Health
HHS declares public health emergency in Alabama after Hurricane Isaias
Seniors say Medicare Advantage cuts could influence their votes
Alabama health care concerns rise as rural hospitals struggle
Alabama Board of Nursing ransomware attack may have exposed personal information
State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week
- Opinion
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.
State
HB86 would require Alabama’s parole board to positively consider rehabilitation, low recidivism risk, work and education when reviewing parole decisions.
Prisons
Parole grant rates for the fiscal year 2026 sit at 17 percent, compared to 29 percent in November 2024.
State
Mercedes-Benz will pay $149 million and provide consumer relief after states found the automaker used illegal emissions software in diesel vehicles.
Health
Oral semaglutide proved nearly as effective as the injectable version for treating obesity, delivering 13.7 percent average weight loss in a 64-week trial.