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Staff Report ATHENS, Ala. — (February 25, 2014) Bobby Jackson, a veteran educator and Athens resident, has announced his candidacy for the 5th District...
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Analysis | Alabama GOP voters engaged, but not persuaded
Alabama Young Democrats, College Democrats endorse Escott Lumpkin in District 60
Christian coalition condemns Allen’s ‘anti-muslim rhetoric’
Craig Jelks visits Islamic Academy of Alabama, condemns Tuberville Islamophobia
Rep. Strong slams Senate for DHS shutdown, drawing opponent’s criticism
- Governor
Gov. Ivey proclaims March 30 as “Doctors Day” in Alabama
Gov. Ivey signs executive order meant to prevent state-chartered banks from denying people service
Gov. Ivey orders flags to half-staff honoring fallen Alabama airmen
Gov. Ivey encourages veteran hiring through the HIRE VETS Medallion Program
Gov. Ivey signs bill requiring English proficiency for truck drivers
- Legislature
- Economy
Sen. Britt attends Hadrian shipbuilding factory ribbon cutting in Cherokee
Alabama home sales rise in February as mortgage rates fall
Alabama Senate passes bill to rein in data center tax incentives
Bill to pause new solar developments advances to Alabama Senate for vote
Lockheed Martin to invest in Pike County production facility
- National
Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride
Rep. Strong slams Senate for DHS shutdown, drawing opponent’s criticism
Sen. Britt demands Homeland Security funding, supports no pay for Congress during shutdown
Rep. Sewell’s statement on lack of funding for TSA, other DHS agencies
Sens. Britt, Warnock introduce bipartisan bill to streamline federal grants for HBCUs
- Education
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
UA students sue university over suspended student publications
March 31 deadline for CHOOSE Act applications approaches
- Health
Judge orders Central Alabama Water to add fluoride
Gov. Ivey proclaims March 30 as “Doctors Day” in Alabama
Gov. Ivey signs bill allowing Alabama to join PA licensure compact
AG issues cease-and-desist to retailers selling unlabeled kratom products
Birth centers appeal ruling in regulation battle to Alabama Supreme Court
- Opinion
Opinion | What I saw at NK3 in Birmingham
Opinion | The pursuit of truth ends where the pursuit of power begins
Opinion | Alabama has wasted decades on hate. It has never helped anyone
Opinion | Alabama can lead in protecting the right to contraception and IVF—if lawmakers act now
Opinion | Price controls sometimes work in negotiating but are bad law
Elections
High undecided numbers across statewide races point to a deeper disconnect as the May primary approaches.
Courts
Birmingham successfully sued the utility after it abruptly halted fluoridation, arguing the sudden move violated a state notification law.
Environment
ADEM is considering poultry giant Tyson Foods' permit to increase wastewater discharge into Graves Creek and Locust Fork.
Aerospace and Defense
State leaders celebrated a new initiative expanding specialized curricula at four Alabama community colleges in order to boost submarine manufacturing.
Infrastructure
Researchers detailed how inadequate rural roadways isolated workers and fueled political tensions over state infrastructure funding priorities.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Featured Opinion
Opinion
Politics is an ugly, messy game, and there are those who absolutely love it.
The Voice of Alabama Politics
Panel examines faith in campaigns, Tuberville lawsuit, IVF debate and legislative priorities as Alabama's legislative session nears its end.
Governor
Governor Kay Ivey declared March 30 as Doctors Day, urging Alabamians to honor the state's 13,000 physicians for their dedication and personalized care.
State
Chewacla State Park unveiled an 8,500-square-foot event center on Friday, offering a modern, indoor-outdoor venue for corporate retreats, weddings and community celebrations.
Elections
The coalition said Allen's comments stand in direct contrast to the teachings of Christ.
Featured Opinion
Hate has never helped a single person accomplish anything of substance.
Opinion
Alabama has an opportunity to show that when it comes to fundamental freedoms and basic healthcare, we can come together and get it right.
Opinion
Government price controls would undermine the U.S. biotech manufacturing sector that President Trump is just starting to build in Alabama and beyond.
Opinion
It’s the time of year that high school seniors are learning where they will (or won’t) spend their next four’ish years.
News
By Dr. John R. Hill and Katherine Green Robertson Alabama Political Reporter On January 22, thousands gathered on the National Mall in Washington for...
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By Elois Zeanah Immediate Past President, Alabama Federation of Republican Women, 2010-2014 “Yes, Dr. Bice, If you like your doctor and your health insurance,...
Stealing the Statehouse
By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In a February 2014 article at AL.com, John Archibald follows the money from a wealthy Chattanooga developer, into...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama House Republican Caucus announced in a written statement that four bills aimed at defending the Right...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter The adoption of Common Core Standards by the Alabama State Board of Education is the most controversial decision...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Monday, Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel (R) announced that President Obama’s administration was proposing massive cuts to...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, February 20, 2014 Alabama State Senator Scott Beason (R) from Gardendale spoke to the Rainy Day...
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By Congressman Bradley Byrne As your Congressman, it’s vital for me to have a finger on the pulse of our district, to be in...
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By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford We’ve all heard the old saying that “absolute power corrupts absolutely.” There’s a lot of wisdom in those...