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- Elections
- 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
Matt Woods announces bid for Alabama Senate District 5 seat
Sen. Coleman pre-files bills to combat excessive use of force by police
Prefiled bill would ensure right to access contraceptive care
Alabama’s Jones, Rafferty honored in 2024 CSG 20 Under 40 Leadership Award
Prefiled bill would restrict phone usage in K-12 classrooms
- Economy
PARCA: Tax revenues continue to rise, leveling out post-pandemic
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
- National
Rep. Sewell introduces legislation to support rural hospitals
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
- Education
Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system
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
- 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
By Rep. Darrio Melton Last week, the legislature voted to issue a bond for $800 million to build new, super-max style prisons in Alabama. ...
Opinion
By Dr. Henry Mabry More questions remain concerning the $800 million prison bond issue. Under the plan, all but two prisons are to be...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Last week, Judge Jacob Walker, III, finally said enough is enough, and with that, Speaker Mike Hubbard is...
Opinion
By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Southwest Alabama has a proud military tradition. Our area is home to a large number of veterans. The Coast...
Opinion
By Jack Campbell When recording artist Cher released the hit “Gypsies, Tramps and Thieves” in 1971, she never envisioned that song would characterize...
Opinion
By David G. Bronner Much ado has been made recently about a public pension crisis in Alabama and the need for reform. The...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter Dr. Doctor Robert Bentley, governor of Alabama, is an embarrassment. He knows that, even as he combs his...
Opinion
By Minority Rep. Leader Craig Ford This week, the state House of Representatives will be taking up the massive prison bond legislation that Gov....
News
BY REBECCA BEASLEY MAYOR OF CLAYTON The possible closing of Ventress Correctional Facility in Clayton would have a devastating effect on the economy of...
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers As the budget hearings began for the 2016 Legislative Session in January the largest Powerball lottery sweepstakes in...