Elections Ainsworth endorses Judge Chris McCool for Alabama Supreme Court McCool is seeking the Republican Party nomination for an open seat on the Alabama Supreme Court. StaffMarch 1, 2023
State Ivey, other state leaders take oath of office at inauguration ceremony Gov. Kay Ivey said education will be her top priority in her final term leading the state. Jacob HolmesJanuary 17, 2023
Economy Legislative leaders cast ambitious vision to grow Alabama’s economy Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth, who chairs the commission, said its findings will be a roadmap for how Alabama can best leverage incentive programs. StaffDecember 6, 2022
Elections Republicans sweep statewide offices — again Republicans did exactly what they were supposed to do in constitutional office races on Tuesday -- win them all. Josh MoonNovember 9, 2022
State New report: Alabama among most popular states for military retirees A new report ranks Alabama as the nation’s second-best state for military retirees to locate, just one spot below top-ranked Florida. StaffNovember 2, 2022
Elections Alabama Republicans maintain lead in fundraising, cash on hand Gov. Kay Ivey holds a strong advantage in available funds over Democratic nominee Yolanda Flowers. John H. GlennSeptember 7, 2022
Featured Opinion Opinion | No place like home in Sweet Home Alabama? Will Alabama citizens see their leaders champion a brighter, more hopeful tomorrow? It's difficult to tell from the campaign ads. Bill BrittSeptember 6, 2022
State Jesse Skaggs named chief of staff for Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth Skaggs is scheduled to assume duties as chief of staff beginning Oct. 1. John H. GlennAugust 26, 2022
Education Lt. Gov. Ainsworth: 53 public schools receiving prestigious “Purple Star” designation The designation for their efforts to assist military children with school transition and developing programs that recognize military service. StaffApril 13, 2022
Legislature Lt. Gov. Ainsworth introduces bill to prevent further Brookside Police Department abuses The four-paragraph legislation mandates that only 10 percent of a municipality’s budget may come from traffic fines and penalties. StaffMarch 3, 2022