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Three longstanding members of the Autauga-Prattville Public Library board abruptly quit Monday.
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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
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.
News
The number of active registered apprentices across the country has surged.
Party politics
Local news
The library board previously voted to keep two challenged books available for minors.
Legislature
During his tenure in the Alabama House of Representatives, Woods authored the Alabama Child Protection Act, supported the reduction of sales tax on groceries.
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.
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.
Elections
President Donald Trump is unlikely to be at the next Republican presidential debate in Tuscaloosa.
Legislature
As the 2024 Legislative Session approaches, proponents of school choice in Alabama are gearing up for another push.
Opinion
Change may come slowly, but all signs point toward the emergence of a more diverse Alabama.
Featured Opinion
In Decatur, the killing of a Black man by police has mattered to the entire community.
Legislature
If passed in its drafted form, the items would become exempt from sales and use tax in October 2024.
Congress
Every year, Sewell hosts a series of town halls in each of the 14 counties that make up Alabama’s 7th Congressional District.
News
“Something with that policy needs to change, and it needs to change now,” Crafton said.
News
"I do not want to be the next George Floyd." These were the words Jawan Dallas reportedly said before dying on July 2.
News
Recently, some citizens have publicly criticized the mayor for his actions regarding the Ozark-Dale County Public Library Board and his social media interactions with...
