Opinion
The death of a 6-year-old, who was asleep in her bed, should tell us that gun violence issues are more complicated than we pretend.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Alabama leads GOP attorneys general in backing proposed USPS ballot rule
Opinion | A “blue wave” of justice is building off our political shore
Gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones to host public town hall in Sheffield
Congressional candidate Lee McInnis to host St. Clair County Town Hall
Doug Jones blasts SCOTUS ruling striking campaign finance limits
- 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 | 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
Report: Funding public transit could close Alabama’s workforce shortage
- National
Alabama, Auburn oppose Protect College Sports Act
Rep. Dale Strong promotes bill to mandate Pledge of Allegiance in public schools during Newsmax appearance
Rep. Sewell announces July 2026 mobile office hours
Rep. Aderholt announces $16.17M secured for Swayback Bridge replacement
Supreme Court reaffirms birthright citizenship
- Education
Alabama students win awards at RTX Invention Convention US Nationals 2026
Troy University names Steve Grice interim dean for the Sorrell College of Business
Funding for upcoming school year’s CHOOSE Act education savings accounts announced
Alabama attorney general defends Auburn baseball prayers, Christian uniforms
Alabama adds 64 First Class Pre-K classrooms for 2026
- Health
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
Flowers Hospital’s Jeff Brannon receives Gold Medal of Excellence award
Alabama lawmakers reflect on Dobbs decision on landmark ruling’s anniversary
- Opinion
Opinion | The shooting death of a child in Montgomery should be a reality check for everyone
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Opinion | A “blue wave” of justice is building off our political shore
Opinion | In one-party Alabama, GOP factions shape everyone’s future
Opinion | I love America
Elections
No one is predicting big Dem wins in November. But Tuesday's primary numbers tell us that Republicans have reason for concern.
Opinion
One of the most dangerous things that can happen to a person is believing their current circumstances are permanent.
Agriculture
Representative Bob Fincher warns the proposed Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama farmers through higher costs and reduced competition.
Featured Opinion
Everyone looks the other way for Anthony Clark.
Courts
The Supreme Court's recent redistricting rulings reveal growing fears that democratic legitimacy is weakening beneath America’s escalating partisan political warfare.
Featured Opinion
Gambling is a business operated by professional, respected businesspeople. It's time Alabama citizens came to terms with that.
Opinion
The piece argued that weak crypto rules had left openings for fraud, trafficking and hostile regimes, with Alabama families and law enforcement paying the...
Opinion
Longer lives, empty nests and financial independence helped drive a sharp rise in divorce among older Americans, especially women and remarried couples.
Opinion
It seems that laws have become minor inconveniences that are barely speed bumps on the way for certain lawmakers to do whatever they want.
Featured Opinion
With its ruling allowing Alabama to use maps that it previously deemed illegal, the Supreme Court has proven itself an absolute joke.