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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday’s “Yes” vote on amendment one was a shocking victory for Alabama Governor Robert Bentley’s (R) administration and...
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House passes bill revising Alabama sex education standards
Senate committee advances bill to create Second Amendment sales tax holiday
House passes bill aimed at discretion, fairness in parole revocation procedures
Legislature passes Alabama Law Enforcement Officers’ Family Scholarship
Committee approves 200k legal defense in excessive force case
- Economy
Opelika hemp store seeks city approval as funds run out
NFIB: Small business hiring slows, worker shortages persist
Gov. Ivey signs HB475, freezing electric rates and reshaping PSC
Alabama earns top honors in national CiCi Awards
Sen. Britt attends Hadrian shipbuilding factory ribbon cutting in Cherokee
- National
Rep. Sewell calls Trump’s behavior in war with Iran “increasingly erratic and unhinged”
Rep. Aderholt announces USDA rural development grants for 4th District
Rep. Sewell to visit Montgomery for meetings with state officials
No, Shomari Figures was not embarrassed at a town hall
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan “Save Struggling Hospitals Act”
- Education
Auburn student chapter wins award at national convention
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
- Health
The Shoulder launches Operation VETS to aid Alabama veterans struggling with substance abuse
Cancer researchers highlight findings, push for funding at Alabama capitol
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
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Legislature
Alabama House passes SB209, shifting public school sex education to sexual risk avoidance, adding online safety, parental notice and opt-out provisions.
This Matters with Bill Britt
The Blount County DA told APR's Bill Britt that Alabama needs courtroom experience, not political ambition, in its top law enforcement role.
National
On Tuesday, President Donald Trump threatened that “a whole civilization will die tonight,” before announcing a two week ceasefire with Iran.
Economy
An Alabama hemp store owner is down to his last chance to stay open under strict new licensing laws.
Legislature
The Republican-backed legislation to exempt firearms and hunting supplies from state taxes cleared the committee Tuesday despite Democratic pushback.
Courts
A former Birmingham sports anchor and former regional director for Senator Tommy Tuberville was arrested last week on public corruption charges.
Local news
The $2.4 million pilot program offers unhoused men temporary units and wraparound services to assist their transition to permanent housing.
Featured Opinion
Polling shows Alabama Republicans want solutions on costs, but lawmakers remain focused on cultural issues, leaving voters increasingly unheard and unrepresented.
Legislature
Lawmakers approved $200,000 to defend an officer in a lawsuit alleging excessive force, overcrowding and understaffing at Limestone prison.
Congress
The Alabama congresswoman will discuss the impact of more than $8 billion in federal funds and brief legislators on recent congressional developments.
Opinion
It is not enough for Hoover to sustain. We need to lead.
Featured Opinion
When politics becomes performance, serious problems go unaddressed. And in Alabama, the consequences are already shaping everyday lives across the state.
Opinion
A century ago, Reza Pahlavi ascended to Iran's throne, launching a modernization effort that centralized power while sacrificing political freedom.
Opinion
Former Representative Mike Ball reflects on faith, loss and why independence—not party loyalty—ultimately shaped his path through politics.
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Staff Report From the Office of Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard Montgomery – Alabama Speaker of the House Mike Hubbard (R – Auburn) released...
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Staff Report From the Office of Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh MONTGOMERY – Following the passage of today’s Constitutional Amendment to transfer funds from...
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From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley issued the following statement regarding voter approval of a constitutional amendment that...
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By Dr. Henry Mabry Executive Secretary of the Alabama Education Association Here is my quote, “Hallelujah, Alabama’s voters have chosen to continue taking care...
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Staff Report BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – Bill Armistead, Chairman of the Alabama Republican Party, released the following statement regarding the passage of Amendment One: “The...
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By Sen. Roger Bedford, Senate Majority Leader On Tuesday, Alabama voters approved a constitutional amendment, which allows the transfer of $437 million, over three...
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By Craig Ford, House Minority Leader “The people of Alabama have spoken, and I am glad that Medicaid will avoid disaster for at least...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY–In what is to be considered a big win for the Bentley Administration the voters of Alabama have...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY — “I will tell you right now, Medicaid absolutely has to be funded or we will have...