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- Elections
- Governor
Ivey orders flags to be flown at full staff for Trump inauguration
Gov. Ivey joins Trump, GOP governors at Mar-a-Lago to discuss key policies
Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer
Ivey opens applications for Alabama’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program
Gov. Kay Ivey shares Christmas message with Alabamians
- Legislature
Sen. April Weaver joins Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 fellowship class
Ledbetter shuts down D.C. rumors: “I’ve got the job I want”
Proposed bill would protect pharmacists who recommend off-label meds
State Rep. files bill to untax eyeglasses, contacts
Pre-filed bill would require timely wheelchair repairs
- Economy
Workers overwhelmingly vote to unionize at Tuscaloosa chemical plant
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans
Sweet Grown Alabama changes membership levels to flat $100 annual fee
Manufacture Alabama highlights 2024 successes in workforce and advocacy
- National
Tuberville praises Hegseth in Secretary of Defense confirmation hearing
Figures to serve on key House committees, Rep. Sewell makes history
Sen. Britt talks hopes for Laken Riley Act, Trump’s second term
Sen. Tuberville introduces bill to fight “swatting”
Alabama leaders push to bring U.S. Space Command back to Huntsville
- Education
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
Alabama considers new education funding models to address inequalities
Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report
Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
- Health
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
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
- Opinion
National
The day ended the only way that the day could have ended: with Biden being officially declared the winner of the Electoral College.
Economy
Claimants eligible for these payments will need to take no action other than continuing to file weekly certifications.
News
The mayor’s personal physician said his health has improved since being admitted to the hospital on Monday.
National
“Today is a very dark day for our country,” said U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama.
Elections
The seat became vacant when Rep. Matt Fridy was sworn in on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals.
National
Objections are expected to all be ultimately rejected, and President-elect Joe Biden will be inaugurated on Jan. 20.
Courts
A sordid legal drama filled with conspiracy theories, shady figures and mysterious donations has been shrouded in secrecy. Not anymore.
News
The board held 41 parole hearings Tuesday, granting five paroles and denying 36.
National
Trump will address the crowd at 11 a.m. Congress will meet in a joint session at 12 p.m.
Health
Alabama is one of eight states that have administered fewer than 1,000 doses per 100,000 as of Monday.