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The panel discussed how Alabama's lack of gun laws might influence the environment, and what can be done to reverse trends toward gun violence.
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- Elections
- Governor
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
Ivey sends more Alabama soldiers to Mexican border
- Legislature
Early voting could be coming to Alabama
Greg Reed to step down, sparking leadership race in Alabama Senate
Alabama Rescue Squad Association recognizes Rep. Moore as “Legislator of the Year”
Police bodycam transparency bill pre-filed for 2025
Senator blocks contracts as ABC Board delays law implemetation
- Economy
Alabama labor force hits record high, unemployment steady at 2.9 percent
NLRB decides captive audience meetings are unlawful in potential boost for unions
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
Judge orders a third union election at Amazon warehouse in Bessemer
Alabama trails nation in women’s employment as U.S. rates hit historic high
- National
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
Shomari Figures announces transition advisory council
Sen. Tuberville warns GOP colleagues looking to block Gaetz, other Trump appointments
Rep. Sewell celebrates major infrastructure improvements in Alabama
- Education
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
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
CHOOSE Act website launches, applications open for Education Service Providers
- 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 | Am I my brother’s keeper?
Opinion | Birmingham Racecourse sale may be good news for gambling legislation, employees
Opinion | Only in politics could fairness be considered a disadvantage
Opinion | Alabama has an immense need for PBM reform
Opinion | Post-birth abortions? Alabama is specializing in them
Governor
Ivey tapped longtime probation and parole officer Gabrelle Simmons to fill the position.
Local news
The melee, captured in dozens of videos posted to social media, turned into a national story Sunday.
Public safety
According to the new report, young people feel the impact of our country’s gun violence crisis firsthand.
Public safety
Jawan Dallas was a 36-year-old Black man tased by officers with the Mobile Police Department on July 2 and died following the tasing.
Public safety
Cole Wagner, who worked in government relations for ALSDE, was indicted by a Montgomery grand jury on June 30.
Public safety
Dallas’s family has demanded transparency and accountability from MPD, calling for the release of body cam footage.
Public safety
Jawan Dallas was a 36-year-old Black man who was killed after being tased by police July 2.
Public safety
Attorneys representing Jawan Dallas’s family also released a response to the remarks.
Public safety
Jawan Dallas was tased to death by a Mobile police officer on July 2.
Public safety
An eye witness said that after Dallas was tased, he fell and called for help while grasping and complaining of chest pains.