Economy
A proposed railroad merger could reshape Alabama’s economy, but unanswered questions about competition and service demanded closer scrutiny.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Court dismisses Wahl residency lawsuit after plaintiffs seek dismissal
Doug Jones backs Alabama constitutional reform, home rule
Analysis | Tuberville wins in court, but the case exposes an enforcement gap
State GOP leaders target trans House candidates
Opinion | Could Doug Jones and the Democrats actually win?
- Governor
Governor closes state offices early in nine counties ahead of Hurricane Isaias
Governor declares State of Emergency for 40 counties in storm preparation
Ivey replaces five Alabama Public Television board members amid PBS debate
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
Gov. Ivey announces final round of 2026 Rebuild Alabama grants
- Legislature
- Economy
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
BBB warns Alabamians to look out for post-hurricane repair scams
Poll: Young Alabama voters feel squeezed, but remain motivated to vote
Jeff. Co. treasurer, fiscal leaders warn Trump policies to worsen housing crisis
Ivey touts Alabama’s ranking among top 10 states for doing business
- National
Britt touts $2 million secured for Southern Research Institute
Britt, Tuberville join call for federal investigation into Planned Parenthood funding
Figures calls for CD2 debates, Marques refuses invitation
Sewell secures $250,000 for Homewood stormwater upgrades
Strong announces $3 million Tennessee River crossing project in Decatur
- Education
University of Alabama completes record $2.1 billion fundraising campaign
Troy University Everett Symposium focuses on ethical AI use
GE Aerospace Foundation invests $1 million in workforce training
Britt plans Alabama service academy information sessions
Alabama Public Television poll shows support for PBS ties
- Health
Alabama health care concerns rise as rural hospitals struggle
Alabama Board of Nursing ransomware attack may have exposed personal information
State ban on vaping in indoor public spaces to take effect this week
Alabama overdose deaths fall 46 percent as opioid response expands
State cancer advocates push Congress for research funding, clinical trial reform
- Opinion
Tom Butler stories
Legislature
Senator Tom Butler proposed classifying hemp-derived cannabinoids as Schedule I drugs, threatening small businesses that recently adapted to new state licensing requirements.
Elections
The resignation of Debbie Wood and the decision not to seek re-election by Tom Butler open up two sought-after legislative seats.
Elections
Republican candidates staved off Democratic opponents in three competitive races in the county.
Elections
With such an even split between party loyalty, both candidates emphasized local issues to APR over party politics.
Governor
Gov. Kay Ivey will host a ceremonial bill signing event in Montgomery for a number of bills passed during the 2021 Legislative Session.
Governor
Republican state senators are becoming increasingly anxious that Gov. Kay Ivey is being too cautious in her approach to reopening the Alabama economy and...
Congress
Congressman Mo Brooks, R-Huntsville, transmitted to Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey her request Monday for recommendations by Alabama’s 5th Congressional District Advisory Committee for reviving...
Health
Thursday, the Alabama Senate passed a bill that, if passed by the House and signed by the governor, would make Alabama the 34th state...
Elections
Wednesday, Bradley Byrne’s campaign for U.S. Senate announced today that State Senator Tom Butler, R-Huntsville, announced his endorsement for Congressman Bradley Byrne, R-Montrose, in...