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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey undergoes a “minor” medical procedure
Gov. Ivey announces 26 appointments including a Baldwin County district judgeship
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
- Legislature
- Economy
Alabama earns top honors in national CiCi Awards
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
- National
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan “Save Struggling Hospitals Act”
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
- 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
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
AG issues cease-and-desist to retailers selling unlabeled kratom products
- Opinion
Opinion | Bill allowing takeover of Montgomery PD solves nothing, makes no sense
Opinion | Alabama must double down on career tech investment to meet workforce demand
Opinion | The quiet crisis facing young men
Opinion | Could there be a blue wave in Alabama?
Opinion | Connecting Alabama’s workforce: a defining moment for broadband expansion
Legislature
A closed-door meeting on PSC legislation was disrupted when Mooney was caught recording, escalating tensions after prior leaked caucus audio involving Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter.
State
Advocates rallied at the Statehouse Wednesday to back legislation aimed at breaking barriers that disenfranchise marginalized voters across Alabama.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Bill Britt examines how fear shapes political behavior—and what happens when it replaces truth as the driving force.
Featured Opinion
Legislation seeking to force Montgomery to hire more police officers ignores reality and basic common sense.
Legislature
The $3.7 billion spending plan featured a 2 percent pay raise for state employees and level-funding for most core operations.
Legislature
Elections
Republican state Senate candidate Doug Harwell pledged Wednesday to let Alabamians vote on a statewide lottery.
Opinion
Not every student wants or needs a four-year degree, but every student deserves a pathway to a successful, rewarding career.
Economy
A leading site selection publication recognized three Alabama economic development projects, including Eli Lilly's $6 billion Huntsville plant, with 2026 CiCi Awards.
News
The retailer leaned on its existing store network to shorten fulfillment times and offer shoppers added convenience.
Opinion
For today’s young men, it’s not a crisis of desire—it’s a fear of failure. Young men increasingly see failure as the ultimate vulnerability.
Featured Opinion
Could there be a blue wave in Alabama? There should be.
Opinion
Alabama has taken a major step forward—not just in expanding infrastructure, but in strengthening the foundation of our workforce.
Featured Opinion
At NK3 in Birmingham, a diverse crowd revealed deeper emotions—conviction, concern and a shared demand for a more accountable government.
Opinion
Politics is an ugly, messy game, and there are those who absolutely love it.
Featured Opinion
Public service used to inspire lawmakers to be smarter and better. Now it seems to be inspiring a clown show.
Legislature
Public restrooms in Alabama could soon be equipped with adult-size changing tables if lawmakers approve of a new bill.
Opinion
Our veterans stood up for us; now, it’s our turn to stand up for them.
Congress
The so-called Death Tax Repeal Act would completely eliminate the federal estate tax levied on the transfer of personal property.
Featured Opinion
If the Alabama Legislature wants to mandate something, try requiring that they actually read the Constitution.
Legislature
Legislation proposed by House Republicans would require new maps, educational materials, documents and websites to change the name of the Gulf of Mexico.
News
The Joint Legislative Study Commission on Modernizing K-12 Schools Education Funding adopted its report for the Legislature on Thursday.
Legislature
HB89 would provide presumptive Medicaid eligibility to pregnant Alabamians before their Medicaid applications are reviewed and formally approved.