Legislature
The 2025 Legislative Session saw Alabama make key budgetary investments and policy reforms in mental healthcare, with federal changes casting uncertainty.
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- Elections
Nell Brown announces run for House District 15: “I’m going to fight for us all”
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Mike Elliott for House District 13
Secretary of state concludes Board of Registrars summer trainings
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Sen. Chris Elliott in Senate District 32
Prefiled bill would prevent faithless presidential electors in Alabama
- Governor
Gov. Ivey announces second round of 2025 Rebuild Alabama infrastructure grants
Gov. Ivey announces Vaquito, the work zone safety dog, as honorary ALEA trooper
Bo Offord to lead Alabama Medicaid as Stephanie Azar moves to SEIB
Gov. Ivey deploys search and rescue team to Texas
Opinion | Reappointing Gwathney would be a grave mistake for Alabama justice
- Legislature
State lawmakers will try again to require national anthem weekly in public schools
Bill reintroduced to enhance religious exemptions for vaccinations, mask-use
Prefiled bill would prohibit vaping in public spaces, rename Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act
Rep. Phillip Ensler announces decision not to seek reelection
Lawmakers continue pursuit to push joint custody
- Economy
Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report reveals increased home sales
Alabama climbs to 19th in CNBC business rankings, workforce sees big gains
Ivey celebrates “Made in the USA” Day with praise for Alabama manufacturers
NFIB: 36 percent of small businesses report unfilled jobs in June survey
Sloss Tech Pitch Competition winner awarded $50K to grow innovative startup
- National
SPLC lawsuit prevents Job Corps centers from closing
Sen. Britt celebrates $25M grant for Birmingham-Jefferson County Transit Authority
Sen. Britt leads letter advocating for NIH research funding
Gov. Ivey announces appointment of Deborah Tillman as Mobile County district judge
Rep. Sewell announces employer lineup for 14th Annual Job Fair
- Education
Alabama AG backs South Carolina in race, sex education lawsuit
Montgomery teacher heads to D.C. for C-SPAN’s Educators’ Conference
Alabama federal lawmakers respond to partial release of frozen education funds
APLS seeks to deem books promoting “gender ideology” as inappropriate for kids
Jim Purcell recognized with SHEEO’s 2025 Exceptional Leader Award
- Health
Bill reintroduced to enhance religious exemptions for vaccinations, mask-use
Prefiled bill would overhaul Alabama’s new hemp regulation law
Medicaid cuts could exacerbate healthcare disparities in Alabama’s Black Belt
The Renewal Project announces statewide launch
EPA data shows 165M people exposed to ‘forever chemicals’ in U.S. drinking water
- Opinion
Opinion | Power doesn’t hide in shadows—it hides in disclosure forms
Opinion | TVA remains committed to our mission of building energy generation
Opinion | State auditor’s campaign consulting exposes potential legal loopholes
Opinion | We are living in a graceless, gilded and lawless age
Opinion | Alabama could do better by its kids. We know the way
Featured Opinion
Financial activity tied to Andrew Sorrell’s consulting firm and PAC raises questions about Alabama’s lax disclosure rules and enforcement.
Courts
The former associate director claims she was forced to train the less qualified man selected over her to lead the AHSAA.
Courts
Plaintiffs in Alabama's congressional map challenge sought federal oversight of its redistricting process, a decade after a landmark decision freed the state.
News
“I heard about Project 2025 through my time interning in Senator Tuberville’s office,” wrote one applicant.
Courts
Marshall joined a 17-state amicus brief in support of South Carolina's Department of Education against a civil rights lawsuit.
Congress
Sen. Katie Britt and colleagues advocated for disbursing appropriated funds for the National Institutes of Health.
Elections
Mike Elliott's experience as an educator and businessman was highlighted by the Walker County Farmers Federation president.
Courts
Deborah Tillman, with 35 years in law, including military and prosecutorial roles, will serve Mobile County.
Opinion
We must stay true to the TVA mission, and we should do so by telling the truth and educating our friends and neighbors.
Featured Opinion
State Auditor Andrew Sorrell was involved in a strange campaign consulting arrangement. How strange? You make the call.
Featured Opinion
To reclaim our future, we must confront injustice with grace and courage.
Featured Opinion
Alabama could do better by its children. If you doubt that, just look at what the Poarch Creeks are doing.
National
Marshall warned a broad SCOTUS ruling in Louisiana's redistricting case could "absolutely have an impact" on Alabama's current congressional map.
State
After 15 years, Twinkle Cavanaugh is resigning from the Alabama PSC.
Congress
Britt applauded Alabamians Twinkle Cavanaugh and Monica Carroll for their key USDA appointments.
News
The USDA's $14.54 million funding increase provided critical support for state meat and poultry inspection programs, strengthening the food supply chain.
Elections
The trade association endorsed Tommy Tuberville for governor, citing his commitment to supporting policies that promote economic growth.
Legislature
Alabama Legislature approved a sweeping package to bolster military support, secure jobs, and protect bases.
Legislature
Alabama's new law severely restricts hemp and CBD products, banning smokable hemp, capping THC, and prohibiting online sales, impacting businesses statewide.
Featured Opinion
In a rambling, weird Memorial Day message, Donald Trump failed to mention fallen U.S. troops. There's a good reason for that.
News
From "Jail the Librarians" to mandating prayer, discover the 10 worst bills Alabama lawmakers nearly passed but left on the cutting room floor.
