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- Elections
Bill to close primaries dies without vote
House approves roting rights restoration transparency bill
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Closing Alabama’s primaries won’t strengthen the GOP; it will weaken accountability
Opinion | We could use a few more lawmakers like Adline Clarke
- Governor
Governor Ivey marks historic nine years in office
Gov. Ivey signs into law stronger penalties for terrorist threats in schools and other public spaces
Gov. Ivey signs bill mandating Ten Commandments displays in some schools
Alabama House passes Ten Commandments display in schools bill
Gov. Ivey signs Alabama law enforcement safety, scholarship bills
- Legislature
Controversial bills die on verge of passing Legislature
Panel hosting state advocacy groups recaps major bills of 2026 Session
Gov. Ivey signs into law stronger penalties for terrorist threats in schools and other public spaces
Gov. Ivey signs bill mandating Ten Commandments displays in some schools
Bill to close primaries dies without vote
- Economy
Alabama Senate sends bill to limit data center tax breaks to governor
Senate passes industry-to-classroom workforce tax credit bill
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
- National
University of Alabama students publish independent magazines after anti-DEI cancellations
Sen. Britt touts increased funding for Mobile Bay dredging projects
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
- Education
Gov. Ivey announces record CHOOSE Act applications for 2026–27 school year
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
- Health
House passes bill to prohibit vaping in public spaces, rename Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act
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
- Opinion
Opinion | Stop treating those dogs like we treat humans!
Opinion | Gov. Ivey’s steady leadership has made Alabama stronger
Opinion | Can we please stop electing unserious people to do serious jobs?
Opinion | Alabama Republicans are running scared
Opinion | Why the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger threatens Alabama
Courts
The new magazines were funded and published after the University of Alabama cancelled two student-run magazines last year.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Bill Britt explores how certainty and loyalty can replace independent thinking, raising questions about what we choose to excuse today.
Legislature
Numerous bills that received much attention during session died three-fourths through the process.
Featured Opinion
Imagine if we even dared talk about dogs the way some of our politicians talk about other humans.
The Voice of Alabama Politics
A cautious session ended with key issues untouched, Senate power subtly reshuffled and Republican divisions spilling into view before election season.
Featured Opinion
Governor
Ivey signed a bill requiring donated Ten Commandments displays in some public schools, casting them as foundational to U.S. history and civics.
News
The Mobile pediatrician took the helm of Alabama’s largest physician group, pledging to back doctors and policies that improve patient care statewide.
Featured Opinion
When did being a pandering bigot become more politically valuable than being a competent, sane public servant?
Elections
A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders.
Governor
Alabama House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments displays in schools, sparking debate over religious freedom and constitutional concerns.
Elections
The party’s recent actions reveal a shrinking circle of insiders tightening their grip on who gets to run and who gets to vote.
Infrastructure
The system works because it is competitive. And that’s exactly what’s at risk.
Elections
The proposal is an injustice to Alabama voters. It is also a formula for less accountability.
Opinion
"Dogs are truly one of life’s greatest gifts and I’ve often wondered if they have more to teach us than we have to teach...
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By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter Alabama will join a coalition of 12 states whose attorneys generals are writing a brief in support of...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday afternoon, the Moore Campaign confirmed reporting that John Rogers, formerly the communications director, had left the Judge...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey signed a proclamation formally declaring November 25 as Small Business Saturday in Alabama. Small...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, Alabama Attorney General candidate, Sam McLure, announced that he his withdrawing from the Alabama attorney general’s race....
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, November 21, 2017, the Raycom News Network and Strategic Research released a poll showing Judge Roy Moore...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, the Roy Moore campaign attacked Doug Jones for what they called his “Mexico First” immigration and border...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Saturday, the National Rifle Association’s Institute for Legislative Action hosted a legislative town hall meeting at Hoover Tactical...
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By Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh This is always one of my favorite weeks of the year. As we gather to give thanks for and with...
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By Chip Brownlee Alabama Political Reporter As the sexual misconduct allegations continue to swirl around U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore, three of his spokesmen...