State Former Alabama Gov. John Patterson dies at 99 Patterson was the governor of Alabama from 1959 to 1963. Brandon MoseleyJune 7, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID block grants to Calhoun, Mobile and Montgomery Counties Gov. Kay Ivey has awarded $1.6 million to assist Calhoun, Mobile and Montgomery counties. StaffMay 28, 2021
Economy Alabama ending federally funded pandemic unemployment aid Gov. Kay Ivey said the state's participation in all federal pandemic aid programs will end June 19. Eddie BurkhalterMay 10, 2021
Governor Governor awards COVID-19 grant to city of Auburn Auburn will use the funds to provide rental and utility assistance and food distribution. StaffApril 29, 2021
Governor Governor announces additional federal RESTORE council projects Projects total more than $81 million for restoration activities to address the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill. StaffApril 29, 2021
Economy Report ranks Alabama high for economic momentum in 2021 The index ranks states based on their most recent performance in three important measures of economic vitality. StaffApril 20, 2021
Legislature House committee tables bill to curtail powers of health officer, governor Several members expressed concern the bill could hamper the governor's ability to quickly act in times of emergencies. Eddie BurkhalterApril 15, 2021
Health Alabama’s hospitals, nursing homes urge mask usage, issue reminders on visitation Association leaders say masks will continue to be an important weapon in decreasing the spread of the virus. StaffApril 1, 2021
Governor The full text of Gov. Kay Ivey’s 2021 State of the State Address In the speech, the governor reflected on the challenges of the past year and laid out her future priorities. StaffFebruary 2, 2021
Legislature 2021 Alabama Legislative Session set to begin Gov. Kay Ivey will deliver her annual State of the State Address on Tuesday to mark the beginning of the 2021 Legislative Session. Brandon MoseleyFebruary 2, 2021