News National Guard taps governor’s staffer for new role The Alabama National Guard announced Casey Rogers as its new deputy director. StaffJune 4, 2025
Opinion Opinion | A commonsense bill opens the door for retired physicians to serve again In a time when good news in healthcare feels hard to come by, this law is a bright spot. Dr. Daniel F. JacksonJune 3, 2025
State Gov. Ivey unveils members of State Board of Veterans Affairs Ivey unveiled the newly restructured Alabama State Board of Veterans Affairs members. StaffJune 2, 2025
News Gov. Ivey promotes Free Fishing Day across Alabama waters Ivey invited Alabamians to enjoy Free Fishing Day, a chance to experience the state's world-class waters without a license. StaffJune 2, 2025
News Alabama expands P-3 early learning program with 55 new classrooms Alabama greatly expanded its P-3 early learning program, funding 55 new classrooms for 2025-2026, boosting high-quality education for young children. StaffMay 30, 2025
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs bill protecting physician-patient communication The law bans contractual clauses that prevent physicians from discussing treatment costs, lower-cost alternatives, and other care options. StaffMay 23, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The 5 worst bills passed during the 2025 Legislative Session From expanded police immunity to the Trans Erasure Act, these bills threaten civil liberties, immigrant rights, and burden hemp and education programs. StaffMay 22, 2025
Courts Gov. Ivey appoints Judge Benjamin M. Bowden to the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals Bowden, a former JAG officer and longtime Covington County judge, fills the vacancy created by Bill Lewis’s elevation to the state Supreme Court. StaffMay 22, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey shares statement on the 2025 Regular Session ending Ivey celebrated signing 287 bills into law and touted successes on family values, veterans, teachers’ leave, education, tax relief, and public safety. StaffMay 22, 2025
Elections Alabama Supreme Court Justice Jay Mitchell resigns to run for attorney general Gov. Kay Ivey has appointed Judge Bill Lewis to the Alabama Supreme Court to replace Mitchell. Alex JobinMay 21, 2025