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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter For weeks, Jonathan McConnell has been making accusation after accusation against incumbent US Senator Richard Shelby (R-Alabama). McConnell...
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- Elections
- Governor
Governor closes state offices early in nine counties ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Governor declares State of Emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation
Ivey replaces five Alabama Public Television board members amid PBS debate
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
Gov. Ivey announces final round of 2026 Rebuild Alabama grants
- Legislature
- Economy
Small business optimism dips as labor shortages persist
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
BBB warns Alabamians to look out for post-hurricane repair scams
Poll: Young Alabama voters feel squeezed, but remain motivated to vote
Jeff. Co. treasurer, fiscal leaders warn Trump policies to worsen housing crisis
- National
Jelks presses Moore to defend Omar after home raid
Britt touts $2 million secured for Southern Research Institute
Britt, Tuberville join call for federal investigation into Planned Parenthood funding
Figures calls for CD2 debates, Marques refuses invitation
Sewell secures $250,000 for Homewood stormwater upgrades
- Education
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
Troy University Everett Symposium focuses on ethical AI use
GE Aerospace Foundation invests $1 million in workforce training
Britt plans Alabama service academy information sessions
Alabama Public Television poll shows support for PBS ties
- Health
Alabama health care concerns rise as rural hospitals struggle
Alabama Board of Nursing ransomware attack may have exposed personal information
State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week
Alabama overdose deaths fall 46 percent as opioid response expands
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
- Opinion
Elections
Candidates deserve protection from unsupported accusations. Voters deserve confidence that constitutional qualifications have been met.
Elections
The Democratic gubernatorial nominee outlined plans to phase out school vouchers, pursue a lottery and defend teachers from political attacks.
Infrastructure
The Alabama Port Authority reported record revenue of $245 million in fiscal 2026, touting increased cargo demand and expanded ship channel capacity.
Aerospace and Defense
Army leaders said the Wiregrass post’s mix of aviation expertise and commercial technology make it ideal for testing unmanned aircraft systems.
Elections
The primary election in May left a lot of Republicans in an uneasy state of mind.
Health
Rising costs, hospital closures and scarce maternity care have put health among voters’ top concern for state leaders.
Legislature
It’s time to clear away the thorns and do what’s right for Alabama family farmers.
Featured Opinion
Alabama politicians spend a lot of time attacking transgender people, and trans kids, while barely uttering a word about the real monsters
Elections
Responding to ACCR, Doug Jones backs greater local authority, citizen ballot initiatives, independent redistricting and a governor–lieutenant governor joint ticket.
News
The Birmingham site pairs remembrance of the 1963 bombing’s victims with calls to confront injustice through truth and action.
Elections
Winning in Alabama is a tremendous uphill climb for Democrats. But boy, it sure feels like they're about to.
Featured Opinion
A new ad campaign starting this weekend will bring an overdue spotlight to the Poarch Creeks' impact on Alabama's economy.
Opinion
Why I’ll bring back gas pump inspectors as commissioner of agriculture and industries.
Featured Opinion
Don't vote for red or blue. Be smarter than that. Vote for the candidate in every race who has the best ideas and policies.
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—A packed room on the third floor of the State House was the scene for a public hearing,...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Wednesday, February 11 US Representative Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) responded to Tuesday’s US Supreme Court’s decision to stay...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, February 9, the Alabama Senate Governmental Affairs Committee held a public hearing on Senate Bill 13,...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Senate Bill 69 would give legislative committees the power to grant immunity for criminal activities. The bill’s intent...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter I’m sure there are many bills in the Alabama Legislature I’ll take issue with this year. Heck, there...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—For over two decades, William “Billy” Kuenzel has occupied a 8×5 cell on Alabama’s death row awaiting execution....
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By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY— A buoyant Governor Robert Bentley announced on Tuesday, that the Alabama Medicaid Agency’s Regional Care Organization Plan...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Independent US Senator Bernie Sanders from Vermont delivered a crushing defeat to former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Tuesday, February 9, the Alabama Legislature met for the third day of the 2016 Legislative Session. While...