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- Elections
Disillusioned by the Republican Party, Kyle Sweetser is challenging Tuberville in 2026
Lawsuit challenges Madison County voting map as racially unfair
Alabama Farmers Federation backs Heath Allbright for House District 11 seat
Education advocate Dakarai Larriett launches campaign for U.S. Senate
Conservative attorney Derek Chen announces state auditor candidacy
- Governor
Flags at half-staff for Pope Francis, former Lt. Governor McMillan
Gov. Ivey signs resolution urging Trump to finalize Space Command move to Huntsville
The Alabama Independent Pharmacy Alliance celebrates passage of SB252
Gov. Ivey awards statewide grants to fight crime, assist victims
Gov. Ivey makes 29 appointments including judges, sheriffs
- Legislature
Education budget includes $3M safeguard for federal library funds
Opinion | Alabama Lawmakers: Why we must reform the Birmingham Water Works Board
Alabama Legislature to play Mississippi in charity softball game in Montgomery
Rep. Bedsole seeks to protect firefighter death benefits with legislation
Bill to expand State Superintendent’s investigative powers spurs debate
- Economy
March 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
Birmingham Starbucks workers describe a concerted anti-union campaign
Nominations for Alabama Retailer of the Year are open
Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
Poarch Creek Indians purchase Birmingham Racecourse, plan resort
- National
Trump to deliver commencement address at University of Alabama
Rep. Sewell to host Town Hall in Fort Deposit
Rep. Strong presents Purple Heart to Sergeant John W. McCulloch
Britt introduces bill to expand access to housing assistance for disabled veterans
Lawsuit challenges Madison County voting map as racially unfair
- Education
Trump to deliver commencement address at University of Alabama
Fairhope Public Library declines to move challenged books amid APLS spat
Education budget includes $3M safeguard for federal library funds
A city-run school system for Montgomery?
House committee OKs bill looking to tackle campus food insecurity
- Health
Key federal workplace safety offices in Alabama marked for lease termination
Alabama Senate passes bill loosening regulations for religious vaccine exemptions
Alabama midwives and families criticize amendments to SB87 midwifery bill
Rural health activist talks telehealth innovations, facing funding cuts
HHS cuts $239 million in grants for Alabama public health, research programs
- Opinion
Opinion | Alabama Lawmakers: Why we must reform the Birmingham Water Works Board
Opinion | SB324 is not justice — It’s policy-driven punishment
Opinion | Alabama lawmakers trade policy for pulpit, freedom pays the price
Opinion | The cowardice is out of control
Opinion | Truth matters: Alabama’s voter rolls
Gambling stories
Economy
Lottery supporters were left saying “so close …” last week after the latest attempt to establish the game in Alabama collapsed under the weight...
Economy
On Tuesday, the Senate passed a bill that would allow fantasy sports contests to be played legally in Alabama. House Bill 361 is sponsored...
Economy
Last week, the Poarch Band of Creek Indians laid out its starting point for any negotiations concerning a lottery and gambling legislation. Arthur Mothershed,...
Featured Opinion
The Poarch Band of Creek Indians has an idea for gambling in Alabama. A big idea. One much bigger than a simple paper lottery....
Legislature
The Memorial Day holiday is approaching, and state legislators are saying privately that they are ready for this session to be over, but much...
Economy
On Wednesday, the Senate Tourism Committee gave a favorable report that would allow fantasy sports contests to be played legally in Alabama. House Bill...
Economy
The Local Legislation Committee held a well-attended public hearing Tuesday on a local bill dealing with Greene County. HB545 would clarify that electronic bingo...
Legislature
The lottery bill is expected to be voted on in committee this week. AL.com has reported the vote would take place in committee Tuesday,...
Economy
The Alabama House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday legalizing fantasy sports contests in Alabama, including daily fantasy games. HB361 is sponsored by State...