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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Doug Jones, Tuberville allies react to residency case dismissal
Tuberville residency fight unresolved as voters plan appeal
Opinion | 99 problems, but the pledge ain’t one
Alabama Democratic Party convenes to reorganize August 8
GUMBO endorses Jerry Carl’s campaign to represent 1st Congressional District
- Governor
Governor issues flag-lowering directive for Firefighter Sydney Kathryne Watson
Gov. Ivey marks America’s 250th birthday with Fourth of July message
Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.3M for weatherization assistance
Alabama joins Great American State Fair for America’s 250th
Ivey names new members to STEM Council leadership
- Legislature
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
ACLU vows to take Alabama to court over special session bills
Terri Sewell condemns Alabama redistricting election law
- Economy
Opinion | Mobile deserves more than promises before rail merger
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Ivey signs “Made in the USA” Day proclamation celebrating Alabama manufacturers
National Federation of Independent Business releases June Jobs Report
Alabama launches Workforce Pell for short-term job training
- National
Rep. Dale Strong announces appointment of 21 North Alabama students to US service academies
Sen. Britt attends leadership nomination hearing
Alabama, Auburn oppose Protect College Sports Act
Rep. Dale Strong promotes bill to mandate Pledge of Allegiance in public schools during Newsmax appearance
Rep. Sewell announces July 2026 mobile office hours
- Education
Alabama Community College Systems discusses new adult education workforce model
Chad Holden takes helm of Alabama Association of School Boards
Huntingdon College names six new trustees to board
Alabama Commission on Higher Education advances scholarship, grant rule changes
Former UAB vice president leads $2.8 million NSF grant to develop research administration curriculum
- Health
UAB receives $4 million to expand Live HealthSmart Alabama initiative
Jackson Hospital to remain open for now as officials pursue rescue plan
Jackson Hospital delays closure announcement as questions mount over future
Jeff Samz elected chair of Alabama Hospital Association board
Flowers Hospital’s Jeff Brannon receives Gold Medal of Excellence award
- Opinion
north Alabama stories
Infrastructure
A House committee approves $16.5 million for North Alabama transportation, energy and workforce projects as part of the fiscal 2027 spending bill.
Opinion
The railroad system will take no mercy on our vulnerable farmers. When rates rise, they will have no choice but to absorb higher costs.
Congress
The move followed complaints of delayed deliveries, misrouted packages and prescription mail problems, while Skyline’s long-sought ZIP code request remains under review.
News
Launch, founded in 2015, completed a new strategic plan known as the Roadmap for the Region, expanding its scope through collaboration.
Local news
The Food Bank, the National Association of Letter Carriers and other partners will be teaming up to fight food insecurity.
Environment
TARCOG revives sites in Athens, Fort Payne, and Gurley, funded by EPA, which promotes community and addresses environmental concerns.
Opinion
All eight of the most powerful members of the legislature are from Birmingham north.
Economy
Nucor has committed to creating 200 full-time jobs at the facility in Decatur.
Environment
New EPA regulations, not supported by Alabama's GOP congressmen, are one of the factors that have affected the decision.