Legislature
Lipscomb will continue to serve as vice chair of both the House Health and Ports, Waterways & Intermodal Transit committees.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- 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
Sens. Britt, Tuberville vote against Ukraine debt forgiveness
USDA names three Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas
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
- 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 | Trump’s criminal cases are gone. Democrats are to blame
Opinion | An Alabama town has its asset frozen because our gambling laws are ridiculous
Opinion | Greg Reed: A tribute to Senate District 5
Opinion | America has trouble coming
Opinion | Clearing up a few gambling questions after the Birmingham Racecourse sale
State
Immigration is not merely a challenge to navigate but an opportunity to seize.
Featured Opinion
Somehow, the Biden DOJ, in four years, couldn't manage to successfully prosecute a crime that took place right in front of all of us.
Congress
Although the motion was ultimately rejected, 37 senators voted in favor of the resolution.
News
Twelve state attorneys general asked Secretary Blinken to stop plastic pollution negotiations, arguing it could harm the U.S.
Local news
The proposed changes prioritize street resurfacing, sidewalks, traffic calming measures, and increased funding for blight reduction.
Party politics
State
Davis claims that the governor's use of her "supreme executive power" to remove him was not only unsubstantiated, but potentially unlawful.
Featured Opinion
The town of Lipscomb can't pay its employees because it's the subject of an AG's lawsuit over electronic bingo.
Education
The Alabama education system “will adapt as we focus on teaching young Alabamians,” state superintendent says.
Opinion
As I look back on my time in the Alabama Senate, I am filled with gratitude for the privilege of representing you.
Featured Opinion
A government operated by the worst, most incompetent people results in the worst, most incompetent government. Just ask Alabama.
Opinion
The sale of the Birmingham Racecourse prompted a number of questions about Alabama's complicated and confusing gambling laws.
Opinion
Alabama did its part in electing Donald Trump. He carried 65 percent of the vote in the Heart of Dixie. His best yet.
Legislature
The bill would write into state law that "sex is objective and fixed."
Legislature
The bill will move to the Senate floor for potential passage to the House.
Courts
The immediate cessation of IVF services by UAB, Alabama's largest health system, underscores the ruling's chilling effect.
Courts
The court has effectively extended the legal protections afforded to minors to include frozen embryos.
Featured Opinion
If we taught DEI concepts in Alabama, people might wonder why the state AG was apologizing to a guy convicted of killing a Black...
Legislature
Removing a library board member would require a two-thirds vote and the appointing authority to show cause.
Legislature
The committee did not hold a vote on the bill Wednesday and is expected to make a decision next week.
Local news
The world premiere of Selma Again will take place during the annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee weekend.
Education
They are streamlining access to in-demand credentials and jobs for residents with disabilities.
