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The move followed a Supreme Court ruling Republicans saw as opening a path to revive maps that could restore a GOP sweep.
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- Elections
Opinion | The real fraud is convincing Alabama voters to stay home
Rhett Marques endorsed by Electric Cooperatives of Alabama PAC
Alabama leads GOP attorneys general in backing proposed USPS ballot rule
Opinion | A “blue wave” of justice is building off our political shore
Gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones to host public town hall in Sheffield
- Governor
Governor issues flag-lowering directive for Firefighter Sydney Kathryne Watson
Gov. Ivey marks America’s 250th birthday with Fourth of July message
Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.3M for weatherization assistance
Alabama joins Great American State Fair for America’s 250th
Ivey names new members to STEM Council leadership
- Legislature
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
ACLU vows to take Alabama to court over special session bills
Terri Sewell condemns Alabama redistricting election law
- Economy
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Ivey signs “Made in the USA” Day proclamation celebrating Alabama manufacturers
National Federation of Independent Business releases June Jobs Report
Alabama launches Workforce Pell for short-term job training
Report: Funding public transit could close Alabama’s workforce shortage
- National
Sen. Britt attends leadership nomination hearing
Alabama, Auburn oppose Protect College Sports Act
Rep. Dale Strong promotes bill to mandate Pledge of Allegiance in public schools during Newsmax appearance
Rep. Sewell announces July 2026 mobile office hours
Rep. Aderholt announces $16.17M secured for Swayback Bridge replacement
- Education
Huntingdon College names six new trustees to board
Alabama Commission on Higher Education advances scholarship, grant rule changes
Former UAB vice president leads $2.8 million NSF grant to develop research administration curriculum
Alabama School of Healthcare Sciences Foundation adds five new board members
Alabama students win awards at RTX Invention Convention US Nationals 2026
- Health
Jackson Hospital to remain open for now as officials pursue rescue plan
Jackson Hospital delays closure announcement as questions mount over future
Jeff Samz elected chair of Alabama Hospital Association board
Flowers Hospital’s Jeff Brannon receives Gold Medal of Excellence award
Alabama lawmakers reflect on Dobbs decision on landmark ruling’s anniversary
- Opinion
Opinion | The real fraud is convincing Alabama voters to stay home
Opinion | The shooting death of a child in Montgomery should be a reality check for everyone
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Opinion | A “blue wave” of justice is building off our political shore
Opinion | In one-party Alabama, GOP factions shape everyone’s future
Garlan Gudger stories
Legislature
Alabama lawmakers have launched an AI study commission, debating definitions and expert guidance before drafting potential safeguards legislation.
The Voice of Alabama Politics
A cautious session ended with key issues untouched, Senate power subtly reshuffled and Republican divisions spilling into view before election season.
Legislature
The rules changes reduce the influence of the lieutenant governor in the Senate by significantly increasing that of the president pro tempore.
Legislature
Garlan Gudger proposed expanding the Alabama Public Service Commission to seven elected seats while prohibiting utility rate increases through 2029.
Legislature
The move reverses a 2025 law authorizing wet municipalities to annex noncontiguous dry county land for resort developments after intense local opposition.
Environment
Alabama lawmakers amended the dog deer hunting rule, restricting activity near Talladega National Forest and citing property concerns.
News
Leadership shift positions Senate GOP for 2026 incumbent protection efforts
Elections
The Business Council of Alabama's political affiliate announced its endorsement of the legislative leaders for re-election.
Legislature
The two-term senator from Cullman was selected by Pro Tem by the Republican Caucus over Majority Leader Steve Livingston.