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“So I would have to fill out additional forms, and I’m a tax-paying citizen?” Representative Andy Whitt asked the bill’s sponsor.
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Inmates up for parole will finally be able to attend their own hearings
House passes bill revising Alabama sex education standards
Senate committee advances bill to create Second Amendment sales tax holiday
House passes bill aimed at discretion, fairness in parole revocation procedures
Legislature passes Alabama Law Enforcement Officers’ Family Scholarship
- Economy
Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out
NFIB: Small business hiring slows, worker shortages persist
Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC
Alabama earns top honors in national CiCi Awards
Sen. Britt attends Hadrian shipbuilding factory ribbon cutting in Cherokee
- National
Rep. Sewell calls Trump’s behavior in war with Iran “increasingly erratic and unhinged”
Rep. Aderholt announces USDA rural development grants for 4th District
Rep. Sewell to visit Montgomery for meetings with state officials
No, Shomari Figures was not embarrassed at a town hall
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan “Save Struggling Hospitals Act”
- Education
Auburn student chapter wins award at national convention
U.S. Navy invests $30M in Alabama maritime workforce training
ASU partners with United Methodist Church, Wesley Foundation to support student development
Mark Merrick named Dean of UAB School of Health Professions
UA students sue university over suspended student publications
- Health
The Shoulder launches Operation VETS to aid Alabama veterans struggling with substance abuse
Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol
Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride
Gov. Ivey proclaims March 30 as “Doctors Day” in Alabama
Gov. Ivey signs bill allowing Alabama to join PA licensure compact
- Opinion
Legislature
Alabama House passes SB209, shifting public school sex education to sexual risk avoidance, adding online safety, parental notice and opt-out provisions.
Legislature
The Alabama House unanimously passed bipartisan legislation allowing incarcerated individuals to remotely put a face and voice to their applications.
This Matters with Bill Britt
The Blount County DA told APR's Bill Britt that Alabama needs courtroom experience, not political ambition, in its top law enforcement role.
National
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened that “a whole civilization will die tonight,” before announcing a two week ceasefire with Iran.
Legislature
The Republican-backed legislation to exempt firearms and hunting supplies from state taxes cleared the committee Tuesday despite Democratic pushback.
State
Davis, one of Birmingham's first Black attorneys, was a trailblazing civil rights advocate who fought against segregation and voter suppression.
Courts
A former Birmingham sports anchor and former regional director for Senator Tommy Tuberville was arrested last week on public corruption charges.
Local news
The $2.4 million pilot program offers unhoused men temporary units and wraparound services to assist their transition to permanent housing.
Featured Opinion
Polling shows Alabama Republicans want solutions on costs, but lawmakers remain focused on cultural issues, leaving voters increasingly unheard and unrepresented.
Legislature
Lawmakers approved $200,000 to defend an officer in a lawsuit alleging excessive force, overcrowding and understaffing at Limestone prison.
Opinion
It is not enough for Hoover to sustain. We need to lead.
Featured Opinion
When politics becomes performance, serious problems go unaddressed. And in Alabama, the consequences are already shaping everyday lives across the state.
Opinion
A century ago, Reza Pahlavi ascended to Iran's throne, launching a modernization effort that centralized power while sacrificing political freedom.
Opinion
Former Representative Mike Ball reflects on faith, loss and why independence—not party loyalty—ultimately shaped his path through politics.
Legislature
Proponents argued the measure addresses safety issues, while opponents warned it could limit police accountability and First Amendment rights.
Legislature
Alabama lawmakers advanced a bill to ban purchasing candy and soda with nutritional assistance.
Legislature
Despite concerns about unintended consequences for accessories, lawmakers advanced legislation Wednesday that limits judicial discretion for teen suspects.
Elections
The former congressional candidate launched her campaign in the newly redrawn district, prioritizing Medicaid expansion, grocery tax removal and protected freedoms.
Opinion
Things that once took time to digest can now be consumed in seconds.
Opinion
As an EV owner, I see those savings every month—and they only grow when gas prices spike.
Opinion
Community banks aren’t just financial institutions. They’re partners in the work we do every day to feed and fuel this country.
Legislature
Alabama faith leaders gathered outside the Statehouse to protest proposed legislation pushing school prayer, chaplains and the Ten Commandments.
Elections
HB541 would require voters to register by party before primaries, raising concerns about disenfranchising independents and reshaping Alabama elections.