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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Analysis | Alabama says it had no choice. The record says it did.
Alabama-led candidates to push congressional reform in Washington
Opinion | We’re seeing the power of voting for yourself. Don’t stop
Doug Jones spotlights diesel costs, veterans at Mobile town hall
Alabama Retail PAC endorses seven candidates for 2026
- Governor
- Legislature
State retirees to get hit with another premium increase
Contract Review Committee holds ADOC contracts over prison litigation costs
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
- Economy
Ivey halts dyed diesel enforcement to aid farmers, timber workers hit by high prices
August home sales indicate traditional seasonal downturn has begun
Target Circle Deal Days returning October 6 and 7
Alabama remains without legal sports betting as NFL season begins
Labor-affiliated investment group sends letter to Mercedes requesting recommitment to company principles
- National
Alabama-led candidates to push congressional reform in Washington
Figures’ bill would fund college for public servants’ children
Britt calls for safeguards on automated license plate readers
Sewell opens service academy nominations for Alabama students
DeKalb County gets ARC grant for economic development upgrades
- Education
Alabama road builders launch student heavy equipment training program
Sewell opens service academy nominations for Alabama students
Commission talks out-of-school education needs, career pathways
Alabama Libraries face new pressure over transgender book ban
Public charter commission OKs charter school merger, FY28 budget request
- Health
Alabama overdose deaths fall 46 percent as opioid response expands
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
Alabama’s uninsured rate exposes Medicaid expansion gap
UAB selected to participate in the Pediatric Prevention Network, receive $10M in funding
Birmingham clinic faces scrutiny over delays in care for transgender patients
- Opinion
Senate stories
Congress
The conversation will focus on the small business ecosystem and the state's economic future.
Congress
Sens. Katie Britt and Mike Lee, R-Utah, introduced the Childcare Worker Opportunity Act in the Senate.
Legislature
The federal government still funds the cost of the meals and only requires states to fund a portion of the administration costs.
Legislature
The education budget now moves to the Senate for full approval.
Legislature
The proposed budget is the largest in the state’s history.
Legislature
241 bills were introduced during the first week of the 2024 Legislative Session.
Legislature
The State Government Affairs Committee approved the bill, sponsored by Sen. Garlan Gudger, R-Cullman.
Legislature
As majority whip, Chambliss will continue assisting in the management of the Senate floor.
Congress
It includes a pay raise for service members, research funding for HBCUs, and investments in Alabama’s military installations.