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January 1 brings a new statewide regulatory system for consumable hemp products

HB445 establishes a statewide licensing, testing, labeling, taxation and enforcement system regulating who may sell consumable hemp products in Alabama, effective January 1.

16 hours ago

Elections

Jeremy Devito highlights immigration, healthcare reform in US House run

Democratic candidate Jeremy Devito said he decided to run for the U.S. House after witnessing the Trump administration's immigration enforcement policies.

16 hours ago

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Opinion | Will Alabama choose a governor for everyone—or only “their people”?

Alabama faces a fateful choice in 2026: unity or division, substance or performance, a governor for all citizens or only the loyal few.

16 hours ago

Elections

Meet the candidates running for Alabama State Auditor in 2026

Josh Pendergrass shared his "American dream" story while Derek Chen detailed how his Taiwanese heritage shaped his views on accountability.

16 hours ago

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2025: The Year in Alabama Politics — Happy New Year!

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Manufacture Alabama endorses Doug Harwell, John Roberts

Manufacture Alabama placed its confidence in the two candidates, stating they understood the importance of infrastructure, workforce development and a stable business climate.

2 days ago

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Rep. Ensler says he would push for gambling legislation as lieutenant governor

 Alabama politicians need to “focus on the things that are gonna improve people’s quality of life,” Ensler said.

5 days ago

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Ron Sparks considering comeback bid amid concerns for Alabama farmers

Ron Sparks is weighing a return to state office, saying farmers, consumers and food security need stronger leadership and renewed policy focus.

5 days ago

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Alabama settles lawsuit over institutionalizing disabled children

A preliminary settlement required Alabama to institute standardized assessments and shift children from rigid facilities into community-based care.

6 days ago

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Proposed legislation would require parole board to weigh rehabilitation

HB86 would require Alabama’s parole board to positively consider rehabilitation, low recidivism risk, work and education when reviewing parole decisions.

6 days ago
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Opinion | What would Jesus think of our politics and our treatment of neighbors?

A Christmas reflection asking whether faith, mercy and love of neighbor still guide our public life today in American politics.

7 days ago

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Opinion | I lost my father to violence. Executing the wrong man won’t bring justice

Another death will not bring him back. It will only deepen my trauma and the moral cost we all share.

7 days ago

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Opinion | When citizens disengage, self-government erodes in Alabama

Low turnout and habit-driven politics quietly replace accountability, leaving power unchallenged and citizens forgetting their responsibility in a self-governing state.

December 22, 2025

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Opinion | The division of chocolate

Those determined to divide the country will use anything at their disposal. Even boxes of chocolate.

December 22, 2025
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What’s happening with Jack?

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Few championed the cause of disgraced Speaker of the House, Mike Hubbard, more than Birmingham Republican State Rep....

December 20, 2016
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Opinion

A few Christmas thoughts

Congressman Bradley Byrne Alabama Political Reporter With Christmas fast approaching, I want to take time to reflect on two important thoughts: the need to...

December 19, 2016
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