Opinion
The sale of the Birmingham Racecourse prompted a number of questions about Alabama's complicated and confusing gambling laws.
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- 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
- Economy
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
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
- National
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
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
- Education
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
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
- 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 | Clearing up a few gambling questions after the Birmingham Racecourse sale
Opinion | The Trump triumph
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
Featured Opinion
Ledbetter demonstrated a remarkable ability to navigate complex legislative waters with sound judgment.
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Steve Marshall really wants your attention. All of your attention.
Opinion
Parents are the best judges of what books are appropriate for their children, not politicians.
Opinion
Most volunteer fire departments either do not have the bandwidth or the budget to prioritize battery-specific training.
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Several members of the Alabama Legislature aren't exactly taking the job seriously, and their colleagues have started to take notice.
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The session tipped the scales further toward a future where individual rights and personal freedoms are dictated by a radicalized Legislature.
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Gambling legislation failing highlights a critical flaw in Alabama's governance: the wishes of voters don't seem to matter much.
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If these laws already perpetuate injustice and if any change is unlikely to achieve the result we think we want, what are we truly...
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Presumptive Medicaid eligibility would provide better access to health insurance for those who are newly pregnant.
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Angered by the handling of gambling legislation, House members on Tuesday appeared to kill an ag center in retaliation.