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Gov. Kay Ivey signed legislation that will designate parole and probation officers as state law enforcement personnel.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Norman Crow announces candidacy for Alabama House District 63
Wadsworth’s campaign grossly misrepresented her academic credentials
Marshall talks senate priorities, China tariffs, L.A. protests
Wahl talks 2026 election cycle, calls for shift to closed primaries
Majority of Alabama House Republicans endorse Wes Allen
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products
Gov. Ivey introduces new First Dog of Alabama
Gov. Ivey appoints David Reed as chairman of the Marshall County Commission
Gov. Ivey appoints Cynthia Almond as Public Service Commission president
Sen. Tuberville centers Trump in his gubernatorial campaign
- Legislature
Gov. Ivey signs law untaxing baby goods, feminine hygiene products
State Rep. Susan DuBose to hold town hall meeting on June 17
State of Alabama agrees to allow more vape products after federal suit
New Alabama vape law bans flavored e-cigarettes in stores
Opinion | Alabama’s GOP budget chairs lead state to fiscal strength
- Economy
SNAP cuts threaten 800,000 Alabamians as state faces $300 million burden
Alabama home sales dip slightly in April but outpace last year
Opinion | A cakewalk for lawmakers, a crackdown on workers, businesses
Poll: Trump voters back vape access, reject Biden rules, as Alabama ban sparks backlash
Third Alabama Starbucks votes to unionize in Huntsville
- National
Figures, Sewell, SPLC President slam Trump over restoring Confederate military base names
Rep. Sewell votes no on Trump Rescissions Package
Rep. Sewell recognizes Juneteenth and Major League Baseball on the House Floor
Gov. Ivey appoints Laurie Hoyt to Baldwin County Circuit judgeship
Rep. Figures honors Hank Aaron, Satchel Paige at Congressional Baseball Game
- Education
Opinion | Giving our young people a second chance
Gov. Ivey appointing Ami Brooks to lead Department of Early Childhood Education
Brasfield & Gorrie to build Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences campus
ALFA awards new vehicle to Alabama’s 2025-26 Teacher of the Year
Alabama Library Association slams APLS board’s “dismissive” tone
- Health
Department of Public Health warns of suspected measles case in Lee County
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
- Opinion
Cam Ward stories
News
Several of the Safe Alabama bills will rely on the work of ABPP, including a measure calling for enhanced supervision.
State
Reentry Alabama highlights challenges in workforce reentry due to Alabama’s broad occupational licensing barriers, urging legislative reform.
State
Of the PREP Center's nearly 300 graduates, 0 percent have returned to prison after graduation.
News
APR spoke with Ward to discuss his role as director, the challenges and successes facing the Bureau, and his future goals.
News
Ward participated in a panel and presented findings on the impact of the PREP Center.
Legislature
The commission plans to meet monthly to discuss avenues to reduce the recidivism rate ahead of the next legislative session.
News
This small group has made a big accomplishment in conquering the Birmingham DRC program and getting their lives on track.
Public safety
Ward is currently the director of the Alabama Bureau of Pardons and Paroles.
Prisons
Rep. Jerry Starnes said declining parole approvals were a hoax and claimed mandatory release lets out prisoners "left and right."