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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
John Wahl launches lieutenant governor bid with Trump’s endorsement
Republican candidate files residency challenge against Tommy Tuberville
Mo Brooks enters Alabama House race; draws harsh rebuke from opponent
Ron Sparks is ready to go back to work for Alabama
Trump backs Alabama GOP chair for lieutenant governor’s race
- Governor
Alabama gets $3.8 million grant to boost early childhood education
Gov. Ivey awards grants to eight organizations that assist child abuse victims
Gov. Ivey announces more Rebuild Alabama projects
Governor expands Alabama school choice with federal tax credits
Governor launches statewide flood notification system after Texas tragedy
- Legislature
House passes bill that would criminalize protesting in a mask without a doctor’s note
House passes bill authorizing optional digital driver’s licenses
Alabama 2026 Legislative Report: Week Two
House passes bill requiring App Store age verification
Alabama Senate unanimously advances measures on boards, licensing measures
- Economy
German chain manufacturer to invest $34M into new Auburn operation
Alabama achieves record $14.6 billion in economic development investment
Alabama home sales drop 3 percent in December amid seasonal trends
Alabama’s unemployment rate drops to 2.7 percent in November
Alabama home sales stable, prices surge in November report
- National
Alabama vigils, demonstrations scheduled following ICE killing
Advocates talk ACA tax credit extension, as Senate again prepares for vote
Rep. Sewell champions cancer early detection bill passing House
Sen. Britt reaffirms support for controversial SAVE Act
Rep. Sewell joins push to impeach DHS Secretary Noem
- Education
Gov. Ivey introduces a CHOOSE Act family: Charlie Perkins and Susan Stacy
Troy University’s annual Geo Day set for March 12
House Education Policy Committee passes bill to limit screen time in early childhood education
Alabama gets $3.8 million grant to boost early childhood education
Gov. Ivey pushes for more veterans to teach in Alabama classrooms
- Health
Advocates talk ACA tax credit extension, as Senate again prepares for vote
Opinion | What Alabama learns when it pays attention
Rep. Sewell champions cancer early detection bill passing House
Opinion | A healthy workforce keeps rural Alabama working
Opinion | Alabama small businesses want choice in health care
- Opinion
Opinion | Governor Ivey has sterling legacy for appointments
Opinion | Alabama high school sports are screwed after politicians got involved
Opinion | It’s time to vote on a comprehensive gaming package
Opinion | Bridging military service and education
Opinion | Alabama needs real online safety, not an ineffective government mandate
Lee County stories
Elections
Nelson prevailed in the Republican runoff, moving on to face Democratic opposition in the February 2026 special election.
Elections
Nelson holds strong lead over Dixon and Messer in HD38 special GOP primary, though undecided voters remain a major factor.
Elections
Conservative farmer and businessman Garrett Dixon launches campaign, vowing to represent rural Chambers and Lee counties with small-town values.
State
Local government and tourism officials joined State Parks personnel to cut a ceremonial ribbon.
Local news
The update should put an end to the whisper campaign against Copeland.
Local news
“We are investigating the specific circumstance surrounding his death,” Jones told AL.com.
Elections
Colley announced he will seek the upcoming vacant judgeship.
Elections
Lee County Chief Assistant District Attorney Clay Thomas, a first-time candidate, raised over $30,000 so far this year.
Elections
Thomas is looking serve as a district judge for Alabama’s 37th Judicial Circuit, which covers Lee County.