Legislature
During his tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives, Woods authored the Alabama Child Protection Act, supported the reduction of sales tax on groceries.
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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
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
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
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
State
As Alabama's medical cannabis industry takes shape, the actions of the AMCC continue to be a focal point of scrutiny and debate.
State
Time will tell whether these five awards stick, as all previous attempts to do so have been nullified after litigation.
Prisons
Antonio Arnez Smith was granted medical furlough in September but was not released to his family until October. He died four days later.
State
Only Alaska collected fewer dollars per capita than Alabama over this review period.
Economy
Owners expecting better business conditions over the next six months increased one point from October.
State
Although this specific case was filed in 2017, litigation between the parties over these issues has been in the courts since 1990.
Courts
The ruling allows the commission to proceed with its planned meeting and licensing process.
Public safety
Harris was charged with traveling to meet a child for an unlawful sex act, among other charges.
Education
This approval marks a substantial increase of $135.81 million, or 6.84 percent, from the previous fiscal year.
Governor
The grants come from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.