Elections
The Birmingham Democrat cast herself as a bridge-builder, pairing a family legacy of service with a platform centered on jobs, infrastructure and healthcare.
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- Elections
Jones, Ensler seek to expand lieutenant governor’s role
Poll: The 2027 Montgomery mayor’s race could be a tight one
Wess highlights Alabama’s rural healthcare crisis, criticizes Moore’s voting record
Alabama sample ballots now available for Nov. 3 General Election
Race rater narrows GOP edge in Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District
- Governor
Governor approves Alabama’s first Workforce Pell program at Lawson State
Gov. Ivey marks 25th anniversary of September 11
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama workers in Labor Day message
Governor sets execution date for man convicted of 1991 murders
Doug Jones urges cost-sharing delay to protect Alabama SNAP benefits
- 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
Alabama remains without legal sports betting as NFL season begins
Labor-affiliated investment group sends letter to Mercedes requesting recommitment to company principles
Alabama Trucking Association releases song honoring drivers
NFIB reports slight dip in small business optimism
Opinion | Republicans forgot about the working class and that was a mistake
- National
House passes Russia, Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt
House passes agroterrorism preparedness bill to protect food supply
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
House passes Palmer bill to recover critical minerals from waste
House passes Tuskegee Airmen post office renaming bill
- Education
Alabama Libraries face new pressure over transgender book ban
Public charter commission OKs charter school merger, FY28 budget request
Governor approves Alabama’s first Workforce Pell program at Lawson State
ACHE Commission holds September 2026 meeting
Smithsonian traveling exhibition “Americans” coming to Atmore’s Strand Theater
- Health
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
Birmingham clinic faces scrutiny over delays in care for transgender patients
Lakeland Community Hospital receives grant to expand rural healthcare access
- Opinion
Alabama House of Representatives stories
Health
The measure won unanimous House approval after lawmakers added Representative Barbara Drummond to the act’s new name honoring longtime clean-air advocates.
Legislature
House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter said lawmakers left Alabama stronger, touting record tax relief, tougher public safety laws and major education gains.
Legislature
Despite concerns over lost municipal revenue, the legislation easily passed the House on Wednesday and now heads to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk.
Legislature
Despite strong opposition from Democrats citing systemic distrust of police, lawmakers advanced a measure making eluding officers in a vehicle a felony.
Education
State representatives approved a historic $10.9 billion spending plan that funded teacher pay raises and expanded technical education investments across Alabama.
Legislature
Lawmakers enacted new criminal penalties and coastal regulations, while advancing proposals on school policy and public transparency.
Legislature
Lawmakers approved a package Thursday aimed at expanding workforce development through a $150 million investment and new industry professional teaching certifications.
Legislature
Lawmakers advanced environmental regulations and criminal penalties as the Alabama Legislature surpassed the midpoint of its 2026 session.
Education
The Alabama House passed legislation Thursday establishing a new scholarship program to help law enforcement families pay for college and workforce training.