Legislature Week Three: Alabama Legislature advances key public safety bills Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter, R-Rainsville, described the week as a success. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
Economy January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report Home sales increased by 4.6 percent in January compared to December and by 9.9 percent over the same period last year. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
News Gov. Ivey reminds Alabamians to take part in annual severe weather tax holiday During this period, state sales and use taxes will be waived on a variety of essential items. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
News Gadsden City School’s Browning selected as an Afterschool Ambassador for Alabama Browning is one of only 15 leaders in the country chosen for the honor this year. StaffFebruary 21, 2025
Legislature Senate committee hears complex arguments for bills regulating PBMs Two bills seek to limit costs and protect independent pharmacies by capping prescription prices and guaranteeing reimbursement rates. Josh MoonFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Second Chance bill passes Senate Judiciary Committee The bill received a favorable report with nine affirmative votes in the 12 person quorum. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Lawmakers and proponents debate police immunity bill at public hearing HB202 will appear before the House Judiciary Committee again next week. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 20, 2025
Legislature Bill prioritizing private insurance coverage of children’s healthcare passes committee The proposal would give judges the power to mandate that a child currently covered by Medicaid be added to a parent's employer-provided insurance. Alex JobinFebruary 20, 2025
Opinion Opinion | What they‘re not telling you about the Farm Bureau’s health plans Put simply, ALFA is seeking legislation that would give them ability to deny coverage to anyone with a pre-existing condition. Blue Cross and Blue Shield of AlabamaFebruary 20, 2025
Municipal elections Christian Coleman running for Hoover City Council The Hoover City Council is composed of seven different councilmembers who all run across the entirety of Hoover. StaffFebruary 20, 2025