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A compromise might be the best way to ensure Alabama's veterans get the help and support they need and deserve.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
State Auditor Andrew Sorrell announces candidacy for secretary of state
Allbright announces candidacy for House District 11 special election
Secretary of State Wes Allen announces bid for Alabama Lt. Governor in 2026
BCA endorses Matt Woods in Senate District 5 special election
Tuscaloosa’s District 1 City Council race heats up
- Governor
Gov. Ivey signs “What is a Woman Act” into law
Ivey announces $23.5 million in SEEDS grants to boost Alabama’s economic growth
Gov. Ivey announces district judgeship and sheriff appointments
Gov. Ivey officially launches public safety package
Analysis | Gov. Kay Ivey’s State of the State address: Alabama’s future, on her terms
- Legislature
Advocates call on state lawmakers to expand Medicaid, oppose farm bureau health plans
Gov. Ivey’s ADVA restructuring bill gains key veterans’ support
Bill backed by Gov. Ivey would secure paid parental leave for state employees, educators
Vets rally against bill gutting state VA board
Opinion | SB110 is a costly mistake that puts Alabama’s roads at risk
- Economy
Poarch Creek Indians’ economic impact in Alabama tops $4 billion
January 2025 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
Annual Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report 2024
Alabama’s broadband expansion: A national model for rural connectivity
Alabama Realtors release December Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
- National
Tuberville introduces legislation to overhaul NIAID, attacks former director Anthony Fauci
Rep. Sewell votes no on House Republicans’ budget proposal
Rep. Sewell pushes back on DOGE actions, warns that voters are very unhappy
Sens. Britt, Tuberville celebrate confirmation of controversial FBI Director Kash Patel
Rep. Moore hires new communications director
- Education
Alabama’s community colleges generate $8.1 billion for the state’s economy
Public Charter School Commission ensuring schools fit anti-DEI law
Sid J. Trant appointed to UA System chancellor
Alabama climbs in national reading, math rankings
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
- Health
Alabama House committee approves presumptive Medicaid care
Jackson Hospital files for bankruptcy, state lawmakers speak out in support
U.S. Senator Katie Britt continues fight to improve rural obstetrics care
Program seeks to improve youth mental health care with federal funds
Tuberville backs RFK Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services
- Opinion
Opinion | Governor Jim Folsom Jr. has a legacy
Opinion | A compromise between the ADVA board, governor would best serve Alabama’s vets
Opinion | Empowering local economies: the critical role of community banks
Opinion | School threats are a serious matter and should be treated as such
Opinion | Alabama’s Ten Commandment’s bill: A power grab disguised as faith
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