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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Opinion | Ugly tactics cloud House race that should’ve been about service
ALGOP announces qualifying for HD12 Special Election
Clint Hollingsworth announces candidacy for House District 12
Ainsworth draws strong support on Facebook as Tuberville eyes governor’s race
Gov. Ivey calls special election for Alabama House District 12
- Governor
Alabama Big 10 Mayors praise public safety legislation signed by Governor Ivey
Gov. Ivey highlights legislative wins, pushes to relocate Space Command HQ to Huntsville
Gov. Ivey proclaims National Small Business Week in Alabama
Gov. Ivey shares message for the 74th National Day of Prayer
Gov. Ivey appoints Montgomery County District Judge
- Legislature
Senate passes portmanteau bill making major restrictions on CBD products
Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles
Alabama bill criminalizes genetic theft, protects DNA privacy rights
Gov. Ivey signs “Lulu’s Law” to create shark alert system for Alabama beaches
Bill to expand volunteer opportunities for retired physicians heads to Ivey’s desk
- Economy
Alabama launches Development Fund to drive long-term economic growth
Gov. Ivey proclaims National Small Business Week in Alabama
Huntsville Starbucks workers file for a union election
March 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
Birmingham Starbucks workers describe a concerted anti-union campaign
- National
- Education
In Spanish Fort, LGBTQ picture books housed in adult section
Tuberville introduces “Understanding the True Cost of College Act”
Students protest Trump’s commencement address at University of Alabama
UA College Democrats to hold “Tide Against Trump” protest
Alabama’s first class Pre-K ranked best in the nation for 19 straight years
- Health
Britt reintroduces the MOMS Act
Opinion | Opioid plan positions Alabama to curb addiction, support recovery for veterans
Opinion | Alabama’s rural hospital crisis is a threat to health — and our economy
Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
Alabama Senate passes bill loosening regulations for religious vaccine exemptions
- Opinion
Opinion | The SAVE Act doesn’t save voting rights
Opinion | HB202 is Alabama’s chance to lead the nation on backing the blue
Opinion | Remembering George McMillan
Opinion | Reduced port traffic, disrupted supply chain means economic troubles ahead
Opinion | Don’t punish responsible retailers: Keep vape products in convenience stores
Legislature
Smokable hemp and CBD products including flower buds and vapes will soon be banned in Alabama.
State
Numerous people looking to sign up for public comment were surprised to have their requests denied.
Elections
Baseless attacks on Heath Allbright betray conservative values and local decency.
Courts
A federal lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Alabama claims Chambers County and Valley officials weaponized law enforcement to silence protestors.
Opinion
The SAVE Act would prevent millions of Americans from voting, particularly in the Deep South.
Congress
Infrastructure
Ed Austin, ALDOT chief engineer, called the development a major milestone.
Elections
House District 12 represents portions of Cullman County and was previously held by Rep. Corey Harbison.
Opinion
It’s time we show them we’ve got their backs — because they have yours.
Opinion
I never heard anyone say, “I do not like George McMillan.”
Featured Opinion
Empty American ports and a disrupted American supply chain spell economic trouble ahead for all Americans.
Opinion
Blanket bans on vape products in convenience stores would spur smoke shop growth, undermine youth protection and jeopardize local economies.
Featured Opinion
Medieval thinking, imaginary dragons, and a Legislature allergic to reality.
Legislature
Without any other alternative to build new prisons, the governor is reaching out to legislators.
Congress
Many communities in the Black Belt have severe wastewater issues.
Local news
This is an initiative to increase inclusivity and bring awareness regarding the diversity of communities that exist in Montgomery.
Education
One of those is the need-based Alabama Student Assistance Program. It received a 23.39 percent increase from last year.
State
The controversy only made the fundraising dinner even more popular with the GOP faithful.
Elections
"She's probably the best-qualified candidate to come along in a long time," Sen. Richard Shelby said.
Elections
Brooks told a GOP club that legislators didn't act like "real Republicans" in the last session, and he warned of a coming civil war.
Health
Vaccinations in Alabama have plummeted in recent weeks. Tuberville urged the public to get vaccinated.
Prisons
The commission's goal is to aid reentry by improving services to the formerly incarcerated.
