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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
News
By Rep. Darrio Melton As we’re moving into the New Year, Legislators are–once again–focused on old problems that have only been placated by patchwork...
Opinion
By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) 2015 was packed full of major developments for Southwest Alabama. As the year draws to a close, I thought...
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By Joey Kennedy Alabama Political Reporter Acting Finance Director Bill Newton does not work for Gov. Robert Bentley. He does not work for himself....
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers As we look back over the past year’s political events one week stands out. During one week in...
News
By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford What does Christmas mean to you? It’s a question that will probably get a different answer from every...
Opinion
By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) A few weeks ago, I was holding a town hall meeting on Facebook where I answered questions from my...
Opinion
By Rep. Darrio Melton Amidst the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, sometimes it’s difficult to stop and remember the spirit of the...
News
By Graham L. Champion That is a question that the Alabama Supreme Court just may have the opportunity to answer in the very near...
Opinion
By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford One of the biggest problems we have in education right now is the shortage of teachers. This is...
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter The State Department of Finance has been in full spin-mode since it was revealed that their $47 million...