Health Despite national decline, Alabama’s uninsured rate has risen in recent years Alabama is one of 12 states that has chosen not to expand Medicaid. John H. GlennAugust 22, 2022
Opinion Former Gov. Robert Bentley calls for Medicaid expansion Bentley said expanding Medicaid is not a political decision to be made, and is critical to saving lives. Robert BentleyApril 22, 2022
Elections Retired U.S. Army veteran Sherri Reese announced state Senate District 27 candidacy Reese is the only Democrat running in the race. Sen. Tom Whatley and Auburn City Councilman Jay Hovey are running in the GOP primary. Eddie BurkhalterApril 18, 2022
Health Poll: More than seven in 10 Alabama voters support Medicaid expansion The poll found that 65.8 percent of Republican voters supported Medicaid expansion. Eddie BurkhalterFebruary 11, 2022
Health Alabama vets ask Gov. Kay Ivey to expand Medicaid Doing so would provide access to affordable healthcare to approximately 5,000 veterans and 8,000 family members, the letter reads. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 12, 2021
Elections A Q&A with Democratic gubernatorial candidate Chris Countryman Chris Countryman is campaigning for the Democratic nomination for governor of Alabama. Brandon MoseleySeptember 6, 2021
Congress Sewell announces $10 million in funding for Alabama small rural hospitals Forty hospitals in Alabama will be receiving funds under this provision. Brandon MoseleyJuly 16, 2021
News Terell Anderson is running for Congress in the 2nd Congressional District Anderson supports Medicare for All, canceling student loan debt, expanding public education and a host of many progressive policies. Brandon MoseleyJune 29, 2021
Health Study links low Medicaid eligibility limits with lowered cancer survival Advocates with the American Cancer Society are urging state leaders to use federal relief funds to expand eligibility. Micah DanneyMay 26, 2021
Elections House District 78 Democratic primary is on Tuesday The House District 78 special Democratic primary election will be Tuesday. Brandon MoseleyMay 21, 2021