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Shelby is the longest-serving senator in the history of the state of Alabama, first elected in 1986.
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- 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
Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat
Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police
Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care
Alabama’s Jones, Rafferty honored in 2024 CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award
Prefiled bill would restrict phone usage in K-12 classrooms
- 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
Sens. Britt, Tuberville vote against Ukraine debt forgiveness
USDA names three Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas
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
- Education
Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system
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
- 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 | Trump’s criminal cases are gone. Democrats are to blame
Opinion | An Alabama town has its asset frozen because our gambling laws are ridiculous
Opinion | Greg Reed: A tribute to Senate District 5
Opinion | America has trouble coming
Opinion | Clearing up a few gambling questions after the Birmingham Racecourse sale
Congress
The Puerto Rico Status Act is a compromise between the sponsors of two bills seeking to resolve Puerto Rico’s territorial status.
State
The USDA's $9.3 million investment will establish an Institute for Rural Partnerships at Auburn University.
State
The funds will provide services including safe shelter, crisis lines, counseling, referrals, advocacy and assistance in filing victims’ compensation claims.
Economy
Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months improved three points.
State
The funds were made available by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Infrastructure
Gov. Kay Ivey on Monday kicked off the first of a series of statewide meetings on broadband.
News
Stewart comes to the helm of ABC from the Alabama Department of Revenue, where he most recently served as deputy commissioner.
Congress
Passed annually by Congress since 1961, the NDAA authorizes funding levels for the military.
Congress
With the vote in the House, the final bill now heads to the president’s desk for his signature.