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- Elections
Rep. Juandalynn Givan calls out attacks on VP Kamala Harris, criticizes double standard
Secretary of State Wes Allen claims VOTE411 is a data-mining “sham”
Opinion | Protecting the secret ballot in an era of transparency and political tension
Alabama House minority leader endorses Vice President Harris
Yes, Kamala Harris can be on the ballot in Alabama
- Governor
Gov. Ivey delivers $3.9 million for road and bridge projects
Gov. Ivey champions Alabama Manufacturers on “Made in the USA” Day
Gov. Ivey announces $53.5 million grant for expanding broadband
Gov. Ivey appoints new Talladega County district judge
Gov. Ivey announces 20 appointments to various state positions
- Legislature
Former lawmaker sentenced to 13 months in federal prison
Former lawmaker sentenced to federal prison, another’s sentencing is Tuesday
Rep. Treadaway: Birmingham, Montgomery police have staffing issues
Alabama House minority leader endorses Vice President Harris
Bill to arrest librarians filed for 2025 session
- Economy
Nurses, retail salespersons and retail supervisors are the top jobs in June
Home prices and number of sales continue to rise: Alabama Realtors
National labor market remained stable in June with 206,000 new jobs
Southern Research awards, biotech funds, new jobs and business growth in Alabama
Job openings in Alabama unchanged in April, separations down
- National
Sen. Britt introduces ambitious, bipartisan child care legislation
Senate Homeland Security appropriators request information on Secret Service funding needs
Rep. Sewell announces $383 million in financial assistance for Alabama farmers
The Kids Online Safety and Privacy Act passes the Senate with Britt’s support
Sen. Britt calls Biden’s Supreme Court reforms a radical escalation
- Education
UA strengthens commitment to rural communities through STARS College Network
University of Alabama shuts down DEI office to comply with state law
Troy University Surveying and Geomatics Sciences program wins national award
School choice vouchers tanked Arizona’s budget. Could they do the same in Alabama?
Troy University dean selected to attend Fulbright international seminar
- Health
Alabama launches new physician training program to address doctor shortage
ADPH requests increase in funds for CHIP during 2026 fiscal year
FTC report: PBMs inflate drug costs, harm independent pharmacies
Reproductive rights organizations: “Human beings are dying” because of state policies
Rep. Sewell, UAB to highlight research, advances in pancreatic cancer care
- Opinion
Courts
A federal judge has ordered a status conference in the lawsuit against the Autauga-Prattville Public Library.
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The library's process worked just as intended.
Congress
The bills Britt introduced would increase tax credits for working families purchasing child care and help subsidize childcare workers’ wages.
Local news
The state's seventh baby box continues to ensure that parents have secure options for surrendering infants.
State
The plant generates up to 3,954 MW, enough to power more than 2 million homes and businesses across the Tennessee Valley region.
Elections
“You have fools out there that think this woman got to where she is by laying on her back,” Givan said.
Congress
Despite critics claiming the bill will enable censorship, 91 senators, including Britt and Tuberville, voted for the legislation on Tuesday.
News
Alabamians won’t be able to file their taxes using the IRS’ free Direct File service during the 2025 filing season.
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A walk through history shows the dilemma inherent in the Electoral College system, which thwarts the will of millions of voters.
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Conservatives keep referring to Vice President Harris as a "DEI hire." We all know what that really means.
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We should reject the vicious nature of our current political climate that champions vulgarity and hubris over debate and competence.
Opinion
The time has come for the Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission to fulfill its promise.
News
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, July 27, Alabama Governor Robert Bentley (R) released a videotape in which he announced plans for a...
News
By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—According to reports, Bob Gambacurta, 71, was found dead on his kitchen floor in Montgomery on Tuesday evening....
News
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Wednesday, July 25, Attorney General Luther Strange (R) announced that the Alabama Supreme Court has removed Sumter County...
News
By Susan Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—Secretary of State John Merrill released a video yesterday, hoping to motivate voter registration and participation in the...
News
By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Update: In what is being described as a bizarre video press release, Gov. Robert Bentley spoke for...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Tuesday, July 26, delegates to the Democratic National Convention chose former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton to be...
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INSIDE THE STATEHOUSE by Steve Flowers As we have watched and participated in the presidential foray this entire year, an equally important event occurred....
Opinion
By Minority Leader Rep. Craig Ford Over the last year or so, the lottery has been getting more and more attention and support from...
News
By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Monday, July 27, Alabama State Auditor Jim Zeigler and State Representative Johnny Mack Morrow (D-Red Bay) filed a...
