Elections Opinion | The GOP won the runoff. The turnout told another story. In a state with more than 3.8 million registered voters, Alabama’s major Republican nominations were decided by roughly 300,000 people. Bill BrittJune 17, 2026
Elections Barry Moore wins Alabama Republican Senate runoff Backed by Trump and Senate GOP leaders, Moore advanced to face the Democratic runoff winner for Tommy Tuberville’s open seat. StaffJune 16, 2026
Featured Opinion Opinion | Runoffs test whether Alabama GOP can answer Reagan’s question Alabama remains a Republican state, but when one party controls everything, voters eventually judge it by whether life has gotten better. Bill BrittJune 15, 2026
Congress Rep. Sewell votes against Republican reconciliation bill The Alabama Democrat said the measure prioritized ICE funding and Trump administration policies over relief for families facing rising costs. StaffJune 10, 2026
Featured Opinion Opinion | The Republican Party is dying. Cowardice is the killer. It's probably too late for sane Republicans to survive at this point. Cowardice killed them. Josh MoonMay 28, 2026
Congress Sen. Britt pushes Northern Beltline during transportation budget hearing Supporters said the 52-mile route would speed travel, boost development and improve emergency access across Jefferson County. StaffMay 25, 2026
Elections Moore touts Trump backing ahead of Senate primary tel-e-rally President Donald Trump will headline a Monday evening telephone rally supporting Barry Moore as Alabama’s Senate primary campaign enters its final stretch. StaffMay 18, 2026
Elections Mo Brooks’ break with Trump resurfaces as House comeback bid nears primary Trump’s Oval Office remarks revived Brooks’ political break with Trump as House District 20 primary voters prepare to decide. Bill BrittMay 12, 2026
Elections Analysis | Filing tests Alabama’s word—and the court’s authority Federal courts do not operate on orders alone. They rely, in part, on the credibility of the parties before them. Bill BrittMay 5, 2026
Opinion Opinion | The 800-pound political gorilla I can think of nobody more divisive, or anyone who revels more in the heat of political fires, than Donald Trump. Mike BallMay 5, 2026