Elections Secretary of State Wes Allen signs statement on election integrity at RNC In a joint statement, Secretary of State Wes Allen outlined “fundamental steps to restoring confidence in our elections.” Chance Phillips1 day ago
Education Ivey awards $1.3 million in university research grants The grants are from the Alabama Research and Development Enhancement Fund, a state-funded program created in 2019. Jacob HolmesNovember 3, 2022
Elections Hagan, Rigsby battle to represent Huntsville in the Alabama House Outgoing Speaker Mac McCutcheon's district is a rare opportunity in the state for Democrats to flip a Republican seat. Jacob HolmesNovember 3, 2022
Prisons Incarcerated man dies at Staton Correctional Facility It was at least the 15th confirmed death in Alabama's state prison system in October. John H. GlennNovember 3, 2022
Elections NFIB Alabama PAC endorses two more Statehouse candidates NFIB’s political support is based on the candidates’ positions and records on key small-business issues. StaffNovember 3, 2022
Education Ivey declares November as “Thank Alabama Teachers Month” Parents and all Alabamians are encouraged to thank the teachers in their lives throughout the month. Jacob HolmesNovember 2, 2022
Elections Republican incumbent battles Democrat business leader for Huntsville’s Senate seat With such an even split between party loyalty, both candidates emphasized local issues to APR over party politics. Jacob HolmesNovember 2, 2022
Elections Alabama Libertarian Party hopeful for strong showing despite obstacles The party’s performance will be one thing to watch on a ballot that remains otherwise uncompetitive in many races. Jacob HolmesNovember 2, 2022
Elections Persistence PAC ads encourage voters to “do better” The ads encourage voters to choose Democrats, but also are highly critical of Republican rule and the lack of progress. Josh MoonNovember 2, 2022
State New report: Alabama among most popular states for military retirees A new report ranks Alabama as the nation’s second-best state for military retirees to locate, just one spot below top-ranked Florida. StaffNovember 2, 2022
Economy After ballot examination, Scottsboro Starbucks becomes second to unionize Over Halloween, a Starbucks in Scottsboro became the second location in Alabama to successfully form a union. John H. GlennNovember 2, 2022