Legislature Alabama Big 10 Mayors applaud Glock switch ban Trigger activators turn semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons. StaffMarch 20, 2025
News Commissioner Rick Pate declares March 19 as National Agriculture Trade Day in Alabama The proclamation is in recognition of the significant contribution agriculture trade makes to the state’s economy, farmers and communities. StaffMarch 20, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Protecting those who inspire our children Working in education is more than a job, it’s a calling. But that calling should not come with the risk of financial ruin. Beth HollowayMarch 19, 2025
Legislature House passes $192 million tax relief package If HB386 is approved by the Senate, the tax on groceries would be reduced to just 2 percent. Jacob HolmesMarch 19, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Voters deserve better than cowardice from elected leaders Voters deserve to have their anger, fear and struggles heard. Instead, their Republican reps are running from them. Josh MoonMarch 19, 2025
Aerospace and Defense Trump appoints Tuberville to Air Force Academy Board of Visitors This appointment marks the next step in Tuberville's storied, if controversial, relationship with veterans and the armed forces. Alex JobinMarch 19, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate passes Second Chance bill SB156, which failed on its first vote, was reconsidered and passed before the Senate adjourned Tuesday. Mary Claire WootenMarch 19, 2025
National Riley Gaines, Trump push national PBM reform as Alabama debates state bills The legislation comes as independent pharmacies across the state continue to close. StaffMarch 19, 2025
Opinion Opinion | The first half of the 2025 session has been impressive, but the best is yet to come The Senate has already approved several significant measures designed to make an already great state even better. Garlan GudgerMarch 19, 2025
State ALDOT spends $9.4 million on litter cleanup, delaying road safety upgrades In 2024, ALDOT spent more than $9.4 million statewide cleaning up trash along Alabama’s roadways. StaffMarch 19, 2025