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John McMillan, the executive director of the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission, is stepping down—or maybe not.

This Matters with Bill Britt

Winning an election gives a leader power; governing brings the obligation to serve beyond supporters and answer for the results.

Courts

Justices said a lower court used the wrong law, further delaying a case that has already been postponed eight times.

Elections

Republican sources link grocery tax pledge and Tuberville pushback to efforts to defend legislative seats in Madison and Limestone counties.

The Voice of Alabama Politics

October 18, 2026
Do Democrats Have a Shot?

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Elections

The plan calls for a feasibility review to weigh renovation costs, senior care needs and potential jobs tied to the site.

Congress

The funding targets track repairs, signal upgrades and safer crossings across key freight corridors in Alabama and Mississippi.

Governor

Five leaders from business, law, military service and public office are set to join one of Alabama’s highest civic honors.

Environment

The 32-room mountaintop retreat added balconies, a rooftop bistro and sweeping Talladega National Forest views, with reservations opening in November.

Legislature

Families spending $1,000 monthly on qualifying groceries would save another $240 a year if lawmakers remove the remaining 2 percent tax.

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Elections

Tommy Tuberville has once again waded into the data center debate. And once again, he's likely to regret it.

Opinion

Congress has set December 11 as the date when most hemp products will lose their legal standing under federal law.

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Elections

Primary ballot shifts in four major counties give Alabama Republicans reason to examine their record and Democrats an opportunity to compete.

Elections

If our military is willing to make time for voting, our election systems should be ready when they do.

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Staff Report President Obama is angering supporters who believe he’s about to make another major concession to Republicans by abandoning his insistence that millionaires...

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By Bradley Byrne Moments of transition are also moments of opportunity. As Alabama transitions from the old political system which passed away in the...

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By Grant Hallmark Alabama Political Reporter After telling the judiciary committee of his 18 year old son taking his own life, Steve Murphy of...

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