Elections Andrew Sneed, Candice Duvieilh set for 5th Congressional District runoff Sneed led Tuesday’s primary, while Duvieilh edged into second place as Democrats seek a challenger to Dale Strong. Wesley WalterMay 21, 2026
This Matters with Bill Britt What Athens and Sparta teach us about power today Fear of losing power has destabilized civilizations throughout history, and modern nations may be repeating dangerous patterns again. StaffMay 21, 2026
Municipal elections Ryan Renaud announces re-election campaign for Huntsville school board Huntsville City Schools Board Vice President Ryan Renaud says he wants a final term to complete work on unitary status, capital improvements and fiscal... StaffMay 21, 2026
News Manufacture Alabama names Parker Harris as director of government affairs and advocacy The former Governor Kay Ivey legislative liaison brought Statehouse experience to the trade association’s push for pro-manufacturing policies. StaffMay 21, 2026
Governor Six companies honored at Governor’s Trade Excellence Awards Alabama exporters reached 190 countries in 2025, underscoring statewide growth from aerospace and agriculture to software and aviation services. StaffMay 21, 2026
Congress Lulu’s Law passes House to expand shark attack alerts The bipartisan bill would add shark attacks to federal wireless emergency alerts, honoring Alabama survivor Lulu Gribbin’s push to protect beachgoers. StaffMay 21, 2026
Education Gov. Ivey launches annual summer reading challenge for Alabama students Students in kindergarten through eighth grade were invited to read six books by August 1 and reflect on America’s history. StaffMay 21, 2026
Economy Alabama housing market sees sales growth in April Inventory improved and homes sold faster, while median prices climbed 15.2 percent from a year earlier amid steady buyer demand. StaffMay 21, 2026
Elections Alabama Big 10 Mayors applaud ratification of Aniah’s Law expansion Voters overwhelmingly approved the amendment, which lets judges deny bond for more violent offenses when defendants pose a public threat. StaffMay 21, 2026
Opinion Opinion | You still have more chapters to write, my friend One of the most dangerous things that can happen to a person is believing their current circumstances are permanent. Tom GreeneMay 21, 2026