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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—What was once an endangered species is now all but extinct, that being the elected, white Southern Democrat....
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- Elections
Norman Crow announces candidacy for Alabama House District 63
Wadsworth’s campaign grossly misrepresented her academic credentials
Marshall talks senate priorities, China tariffs, L.A. protests
Wahl talks 2026 election cycle, calls for shift to closed primaries
Majority of Alabama House Republicans endorse Wes Allen
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products
Gov. Ivey introduces new First Dog of Alabama
Gov. Ivey appoints David Reed as chairman of the Marshall County Commission
Gov. Ivey appoints Cynthia Almond as Public Service Commission president
Sen. Tuberville centers Trump in his gubernatorial campaign
- Legislature
Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products
State Rep. Susan DuBose to hold town hall meeting on June 17
State of Alabama agrees to allow more vape products after federal suit
New Alabama vape law bans flavored e-cigarettes in stores
Opinion | Alabama’s GOP budget chairs lead state to fiscal strength
- Economy
SNAP cuts threaten 800,000 Alabamians as state faces $300 million burden
Alabama home sales dip slightly in April but outpace last year
Opinion | A cakewalk for lawmakers, a crackdown on workers, businesses
Poll: Trump voters back vape access, reject Biden rules, as Alabama ban sparks backlash
Third Alabama Starbucks votes to unionize in Huntsville
- National
Figures, Sewell, SPLC President slam Trump over restoring Confederate military base names
Rep. Sewell votes no on Trump Rescissions Package
Rep. Sewell recognizes Juneteenth and Major League Baseball on the House Floor
Gov. Ivey appoints Laurie Hoyt to Baldwin County Circuit judgeship
Rep. Figures honors Hank Aaron, Satchel Paige at Congressional Baseball Game
- Education
Opinion | Giving our young people a second chance
Gov. Ivey appointing Ami Brooks to lead Department of Early Childhood Education
Brasfield & Gorrie to build Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences campus
ALFA awards new vehicle to Alabama’s 2025-26 Teacher of the Year
Alabama Library Association slams APLS board’s “dismissive” tone
- Health
Department of Public Health warns of suspected measles case in Lee County
Britt reintroduces the MOMS Act
Opinion | Opioid plan positions Alabama to curb addiction, support recovery for veterans
Opinion | Alabama’s rural hospital crisis is a threat to health — and our economy
Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
- Opinion
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Hundreds gathered Saturday morning carrying signs to denounce the presidency of Donald Trump, joining millions nationwide in the "No Kings" protest.
Featured Opinion
From Montgomery to Mobile, peaceful demonstrators reminded the nation that liberty demands vigilance — and no leader is above the people.
Courts
The federal lawsuit centered on MPD chief Ernest Finley's resignation, which prompted a very public spat between the AG and Ethics Commission, was dismissed.
News
Edward Poolos, current deputy commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, was appointed as the new director.
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Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed convened national and local leaders to support and invest in solutions that will advance Black work, wages, and wealth in...
Municipal elections
Congress
The package cuts $9.4 billion in federal funding, threatening educational programming, independent journalism, and global health.
Congress
Sewell recognized Juneteenth and numerous celebrations across Alabama's 7th District. She also acknowledged Major League Baseball's return to Birmingham.
Elections
He is seeking to fill the seat that will be decided in a special election, with the date to be set by the governor.
Opinion
As with any session, there were disappointments. But overall, 2025 was a step forward marked by smart and strategic wins.
Featured Opinion
The SBC’s resolutions — and similar moves in Alabama — show how religious control of policy threatens liberty, diversity, and democracy itself.
Opinion
Preserving Job Corps isn’t a Democratic or Republican issue. Or at least, it shouldn’t be.
Education
Alabama's REACH Act, now law, offers young people a second chance to earn their diploma.
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Yellowhammer Multimedia announced on Monday, that meteorologist James Spann will be the Master of Ceremonies at the Inaugural...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY —Projected budget cuts in the General Fund will not only pose a threat to public safety, but...
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By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—State Representative Patricia Todd (D-Birmingham) as been named State Director for the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). According to its...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, April 16, the Alabama Legislature passed HB2, the Stolen Valor bill, sponsored by State Representative Steve Clouse...
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by Rep. Darrio Melton I want to start this week by thanking everyone who has called my office, emailed me, Tweeted me or stopped...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A lobbyist with Bob Riley and Associates has been hired for the Alabama Real Estate Commission, the State...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Under revisions to the Alabama Accountability Act, some private school students will be given a bigger share of...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, April 16, State Representative John Rogers (D-Birmingham) speaking on the floor of the Alabama House of...
Opinion
By U.S. Representative Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Once every three years, virtually all nations in the Western Hemisphere gather for a “summit” to discuss common...
