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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Odd series of events could see new rep in HD52 by August
Kelvin Datcher wins HD52 runoff, will replace John Rogers
Secretary of State Wes Allen signs agreement with Louisiana to cross check voter files
Rep. Sewell to join press conference marking 11th anniversary of Shelby County v. Holder
Secretary Allen accuses Biden of using undocumented immigrants to steal election
- Governor
Gov. Ivey delivers $3.9 million for road and bridge projects
Gov. Ivey champions Alabama Manufacturers on “Made in the USA” Day
Gov. Ivey announces $53.5 million grant for expanding broadband
Gov. Ivey appoints new Talladega County district judge
Gov. Ivey announces 20 appointments to various state positions
- Legislature
Bill to arrest librarians filed for 2025 session
Rep. Kelvin Lawrence arrested on alleged forgery charges
Sen. Garlan Gudger issues statement following July 4 jet ski accident
Democratic state politicians reflect on legislative session at Tuscaloosa town hall
Rep. Fidler awards VP of the BBB Educational Foundation in Mobile with a grant
- Economy
National labor market remained stable in June with 206,000 new jobs
Southern Research awards, biotech funds, new jobs and business growth in Alabama
Job openings in Alabama unchanged in April, separations down
Developers secure lease, advancing commercial development at Southtown site
UAW president: Mercedes breaking promises to workers by blaming the union
- National
Judge denies request to strike down racial quota by “shortcut”
How do labor unions rank Alabama’s members of Congress?
Rep. Sewell to host youth resource fair in Pickens County
Survey finds rising fears of political violence ahead of Nov. 5 election
Sen. Britt urges media to highlight bipartisan efforts in Congress
- Education
Troy University dean selected to attend Fulbright international seminar
Alabama State Department of Education hit by cyber attack, data breached
Joe Hampton to serve as chair of Stillman College board
PARCA report details increase in third grade reading sufficiency
Prattville Library approves workaround for LGBT book ban
- Health
ADPH requests increase in funds for CHIP during 2026 fiscal year
FTC report: PBMs inflate drug costs, harm independent pharmacies
Reproductive rights organizations: “Human beings are dying” because of state policies
Rep. Sewell, UAB to highlight research, advances in pancreatic cancer care
Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medications on Take Back Day
- Opinion
Local news
The Auburn University alumna is a member of Design Alabama as well as the American Institute of Architects.
Elections
Alabama Independent Automobile Dealers Association CEO Randy Jones announced the association has endorsed Republican Keith Kelley.
Prisons
“Building more prisons is a gross misuse of funds that were sent to help the people of Alabama, not punish them,” said JaTaune Bosby.
State
Workforce is a hot topic in 2021 with no shortage of discussions about labor force participation rates, employee retention and labor shortages.
Infrastructure
“My greatest concern is having the option for locals to cross the bay without paying a toll, so I’m encouraged by the latest bridge...
Governor
“In my view, the contractor mandate … is illegal and unconstitutional,” Ivey states in the letter.
Economy
November’s rate represents 68,673 unemployed persons, compared to 67,860 in October and 105,558 in November 2020.
Governor
Ivey awarded 25 grants totaling more than $9.5 million to help victims of crime across Alabama.