Health
Once true herd immunity is achieved, community spread will decrease to isolated outbreaks that will likely occur in low-immunity communities.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
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
Ivey sends more Alabama soldiers to Mexican border
Gov. Ivey announces new Growing Alabama funding topping $7 million for four sites
- Legislature
Greg Reed to step down, sparking leadership race in Alabama Senate
Alabama Rescue Squad Association recognizes Rep. Moore as “Legislator of the Year”
Police bodycam transparency bill pre-filed for 2025
Senator blocks contracts as ABC Board delays law implemetation
Flags at half-staff in Alabama to honor late Sen. Jimmy Holley
- Economy
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
Judge orders a third union election at Amazon warehouse in Bessemer
Alabama trails nation in women’s employment as U.S. rates hit historic high
- National
Sen. Tuberville warns GOP colleagues looking to block Gaetz, other Trump appointments
Rep. Sewell celebrates major infrastructure improvements in Alabama
Rep. Sewell cosponsors bill to improve access to prenatal care for military families
Tuberville, Britt react to Senate majority leader election
Sens. Britt, Risch lead bill to halt UN funding for anti-Israel actions
- Education
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
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
- Health
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
Alabama faces dental crisis fueled by inadequate Medicaid coverage
- Opinion
Health
Alabama would need to have 3.5 million people with immunity for the virus's spread to die down on its own.
State
So far, state legislators have prioritized bills that help employers rather than workers, according to Alabama Arise.
State
States with the strictest gun safety regulations incur the lowest short-term and long-term costs associated with gun violence, researchers found.
Economy
Of the new claims, 58 percent are thought to be related to COVID-19.
Local news
Neither police officers nor residents want police to be called to situations that require expertise they don't have, activists say.
Elections
If efforts to engage and mobilize Black voters receive more support, organizers see a path to increased political power.
Legislature
A Gadsden police officer testified about getting care for his transgender daughter, which would be outlawed by the proposed legislation.
Economy
The number of new weekly claims has risen steadily so far this year.
Economy
Two-thirds of small business owners say they will be able to survive the next year under current economic conditions.