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By Mayor Darrio Melton Growing up inI never thought I would have the opportunity to be elected mayor. I always had a passion for...
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey appoints Sen. Greg Reed as senior advisor to Workforce Transformation
Gov. Ivey awards grants to assist assault and domestic violence victims
Gov. Ivey launches poll to name turkeys for Alabama’s 76th annual pardoning
Gov. Ivey honors Alabama veterans, reflects on father’s WWII service
Ivey appoints new member to USA Board of Trustees
- Legislature
- Economy
PARCA: Tax revenues continue to rise, leveling out post-pandemic
Alabama Realtors release October economic and real estate report
BCA, Chamber of Commerce announce 2024 Alabama Small Business of the Year Award winners
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
- National
Rep. Sewell introduces legislation to support rural hospitals
Rep. Barry Moore announces key staff promotions and new addition
Sen. Britt highlights Alabama priorities following natural disasters
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
- Education
AEA announces Team Alabama, Team Auburn “Be a Champion and Read” winners
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
Bill would reward teachers for “American exceptionalism” training
Anti-DEI legislation is driving educators out of Alabama
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
- Health
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
Alabama hospitals work to address IV shortage following hurricane
Anniston clinic receives grant for mental health programming
- Opinion
Opinion
Rep. Darrio Melton On June 4, 1968, California voters went to the polls and resoundingly supported a man who has been regarded as an...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton As a member of the clergy, “practice what you preach” has a very literal meaning in my life. When I...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton The 2016 regular session is in the books, but for many politicos on Goat Hill, session seemed more like a...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton I would start this piece by talking about how the Legislature finally adjourned for 2016, but the past few years...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton Last week, the legislature voted to issue a bond for $800 million to build new, super-max style prisons in Alabama. ...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton As elected officials, looking for solutions to our state’s problems is often a delicate balancing act. We have to determine...
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By Rep. Darrio Melton Each year when the Legislature starts discussing the budget, the first items on the chopping block are always social services for...
Opinion
By Representative Darrio Melton With all the chaos coming out of the Governor’s Mansion in the past month, it’s been easy to overlook the...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton Over the past 5 years, Alabama has invested millions to bring businesses to our state. We have sent representatives around...