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- 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
Bill to allow local police to be de facto ICE agents moves to House
Bill to allow library board member removals advances out of Senate committee
Breast, prostate cancer screening bills advance to Alabama House for vote
Lawmakers clash over English-only driver’s license testing proposal
Bill to mandate physician staffing in ERs considered at Senate Healthcare
- 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
Breast, prostate cancer screening bills advance to Alabama House for vote
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
Opinion | Even Mississippi is handling gambling better
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
Legislature stories
Legislature
Here are a few bills that have positioned themselves for potential passage in the final week.
Legislature
The bill would provide an avenue for librarians to be arrested if someone challenges a book as being "harmful to minors."
Legislature
An amendment would block transgender individuals from entering bathrooms or sleeping quarters of the opposite sex.
Legislature
The bill also bans teachers and education employees from displaying pride flags or other LGBTQ+ symbols on school grounds.
News
The statewide investment plan outlines abatement strategies that are eligible to receive funds through direct supplemental appropriations from the Alabama Legislature.
Featured Opinion
These legislative actions raise fundamental questions about the role and direction of Alabama's state government.
Corruption
Rogers has signed a plea agreement admitting to his role in a kickback scheme.
Opinion
Our people believe in fostering a culture of life, and for many parents, IVF was the miracle that led to their greatest blessing.
Legislature
Critics are still concerned about the law’s potential to suppress votes by making voters fear criminal charges.