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- Elections
Opinion | The disappearance of Donald Trump
Alabama Equality condemns Tuberville’s remarks about trans people
Analysis | Alabama says it had no choice. The record says it did.
Alabama-led candidates to push congressional reform in Washington
Opinion | We’re seeing the power of voting for yourself. Don’t stop
- Governor
- Legislature
State retirees to get hit with another premium increase
Contract Review Committee holds ADOC contracts over prison litigation costs
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
- Economy
Sen. Britt backs bipartisan AI transparency legislation
Ivey halts dyed diesel enforcement to aid farmers, timber workers hit by high prices
August home sales indicate traditional seasonal downturn has begun
Target Circle Deal Days returning October 6 and 7
Alabama remains without legal sports betting as NFL season begins
- National
Sen. Britt backs bipartisan AI transparency legislation
Rep. Sewell leads bipartisan push over Vulcan dispute in Mexico
Alabama-led candidates to push congressional reform in Washington
Figures’ bill would fund college for public servants’ children
Britt calls for safeguards on automated license plate readers
- Education
Troy CTE expansion boosts Alabama workforce training
Alabama road builders launch student heavy equipment training program
Sewell opens service academy nominations for Alabama students
Commission talks out-of-school education needs, career pathways
Alabama Libraries face new pressure over transgender book ban
- Health
State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week
Alabama overdose deaths fall 46 percent as opioid response expands
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
Alabama’s uninsured rate exposes Medicaid expansion gap
UAB selected to participate in the Pediatric Prevention Network, receive $10M in funding
- Opinion
Alabama Black Belt stories
Congress
Sewell discussed threats to rural healthcare access during a livestream, highlighting federal policy's impacts and the need for investment.
Education
This new initiative established future-focused community learning hubs with $16 million in state funding, bridging the digital divide across Alabama.
News
The Alabama Black Belt Adventures Association launched their second annual Black Belt Road Trip Photo Contest, celebrating summer fun across the region.
Health
In light of dwindling rural healthcare access, an Auburn University program is seeking to use emerging technologies to fill gaps.
News
The photo — by Baldwin County resident Ashley Ammons — impressed online voters in the contest, garnering nearly 750 votes to win.
News
Harris was named to the National Board of Directors for Pheasants Forever and Quail Forever.
Opinion
"Help is on the way for communities that have suffered due to inadequate or nonexistent water and sewer service."
Economy
Alabama’s average poverty rate is 17.6 percent. The Black Belt’s average is 24 percent.
Education
The report notes that just 6 percent of Black Belt students obtained graduate or professional degrees in 2019, compared to 10 percent statewide.