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By Katherine G. Robertson Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, May 5th, the United States Supreme Court upheld the practice of Greece, a small town...
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- Elections
Analysis | Alabama law—not property ownership—governs Tuberville eligibility
Republican gubernatorial candidate promises legal action against Tuberville
Public records show bankruptcies, foreclosure, tax lien as McKee runs for Congress
Candidate urges Alabama senators to pledge not to trade stocks while in office
Electric Cooperatives of Alabama endorse Wes Allen for lieutenant governor
- Governor
Governor marks first meeting of Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group
Gov. Ivey awards $4.5M to help low-income residents become economically self-sufficient
Gov. Ivey announces support for the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act
Gov. Ivey calls for increased penalties for eluding law enforcement
Alabama gets $3.8 million grant to boost early childhood education
- Legislature
Gov. Ivey announces support for the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act
Senate committee passes bill to OK digital driver’s licenses, nondriver IDs
A new, unique gambling bill for the 2026 session
Senate advances bill limiting environmental rules beyond federal standards
Legislature passes “Save Our Bay” bill banning mud dumping in Mobile Bay
- Economy
Alabama home sales, median prices soar in 2025 report
German chain manufacturer to invest $34M into new Auburn operation
Alabama achieves record $14.6 billion in economic development investment
Alabama home sales drop 3 percent in December amid seasonal trends
Alabama’s unemployment rate drops to 2.7 percent in November
- National
Alabama lawmakers celebrate funding package’s passage, as DHS fight looms
Aderholt launches 2026 Fourth Congressional Art Competition for Alabama students
Sewell votes for funding package, including millions for Alabama projects
Candidate urges Alabama senators to pledge not to trade stocks while in office
Rep. Sewell announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition
- Education
ALSDE seeking expanded funding to sustain literacy gains
Alabama House debates, passes bill to let UA restructure social work school
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: Charlie Perkins and Susan Stacy
Troy University’s annual Geo Day set for March 12
House Education Policy Committee passes bill to limit screen time in early childhood education
- Health
Governor marks first meeting of Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group
Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame to induct 12 healthcare figures
Breast, prostate cancer screening bills advance to Alabama House for vote
Advocates talk ACA tax credit extension, as Senate again prepares for vote
Opinion | What Alabama learns when it pays attention
- Opinion
Opinion | After an hour of oversight, violence inside Alabama prisons unaddressed
Opinion | An open letter to Alabama’s U.S. senators
Opinion | The ALGOP decision on Tuberville ballot challenge shouldn’t be surprising
Opinion | Coming to America
Opinion | Protest songs mark when legality fails and conscience demands change
Elections
McFeeters is now promising to file a legal challenge to Tuberville’s entry on the ballot.
Legislature
An Alabama Senate committee quickly approved legislation requiring the state to offer digital driver’s licenses and IDs for a $15 fee.
Elections
Property ownership does not determine residency under the Constitution, and long-settled Alabama case law makes that distinction clear.
Legislature
A gambling bill from Sen. Merika Coleman would allow people to vote on authorizing the Legislature and governor to pass gambling legislation.
Governor
Governor Kay Ivey's newly established advisory group met for the first time, marking a major milestone for the state's federally funded rural health transformation...
Health
The Alabama Healthcare Hall of Fame announced its 2026 class, recognizing 12 leaders, including UAB's president, noted surgeons and researchers.
News
The Reentry Task Force detailed plans last week to connect formerly incarcerated Alabamians with high-paying defense industry jobs through new training partnerships.
Local news
The library will soon be able to participate in the county courier service again after changes made Tuesday.
Elections
Records show the Republican candidate's adult life included nearly two dozen addresses across seven states and an evolving political identity before his recent Alabama...
Legislature
Alabama Senate passed SB71, limiting state environmental rules to federal standards despite Democratic warnings about reduced protections for certain communities.
Opinion
You can continue to align yourselves with executive power and party discipline. Or you can honor your oath.
Featured Opinion
There seem to be many within the Republican Party who are fed up with the good ol’ boy system. People don’t like cheaters.
Opinion
Charles I's 1626 coronation, delayed by debt and plague, alienated his subjects and inadvertently shaped the political and religious future of American colonies.
Featured Opinion
From Springsteen to Lamar, protest songs expose when legality shields injustice and force moral reckonings politics tries to delay.
News
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, April 26 Republican state Senate District 30 candidates: Clyde Chambliss, Harris Garner and Suzelle Josie joined...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—During the recent outbreak of tornado destruction across the State, cartoonists and the internet chattering class have accused...
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By Lee Hedgepeth Alabama Political Reporter Those involved in Florida’s “school choice,” Accountability Act-style program are sure to be celebrating this week – including...
Stealing the Statehouse
By Lee HedgepethAlabama Political Reporter OPELIKA – According to court documents, the Lee County Grand Jury currently investigating public corruption in the Alabama Legislature...
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By Lee Hedgepeth Alabama Political Reporter SCOTTSBORO – Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor Stan Cooke has revealed that Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard...
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By Jeremy Oden During this election cycle, there is one spot on the ballot that will have a bigger impact on your family and...
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By Rep. Darrio Melton This week, families will come together to honor our mothers, our matriarchs, and the women who made the biggest impacts...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Saturday, April 26, Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) candidates descended on Clanton to join Alabama Governor Robert Bentley...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, May 2, Representative Martha Roby (R) from Montgomery released a statement concerning the backlog situation at...