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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter MONTGOMERY—In a brief, but thorough press conference, US Attorney for the Middle District of Alabama, George L. Beck...
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- Elections
Alabama leads GOP attorneys general in backing proposed USPS ballot rule
Opinion | A “blue wave” of justice is building off our political shore
Gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones to host public town hall in Sheffield
Congressional candidate Lee McInnis to host St. Clair County Town Hall
Doug Jones blasts SCOTUS ruling striking campaign finance limits
- Governor
Governor issues flag-lowering directive for Firefighter Sydney Kathryne Watson
Gov. Ivey marks America’s 250th birthday with Fourth of July message
Gov. Ivey awards more than $6.3M for weatherization assistance
Alabama joins Great American State Fair for America’s 250th
Ivey names new members to STEM Council leadership
- Legislature
DraftKings, FanDuel-backed PAC scores big wins in Alabama primaries
“Brawling for our Vote”: Thousands rally to protect Black voting power in the South
Full exchange undercuts claims Ledbetter called for ending 14th Amendment
ACLU vows to take Alabama to court over special session bills
Terri Sewell condemns Alabama redistricting election law
- Economy
Opinion | Experience has taught me to be skeptical of big promises
Ivey signs “Made in the USA” Day proclamation celebrating Alabama manufacturers
National Federation of Independent Business releases June Jobs Report
Alabama launches Workforce Pell for short-term job training
Report: Funding public transit could close Alabama’s workforce shortage
- National
Rep. Dale Strong promotes bill to mandate Pledge of Allegiance in public schools during Newsmax appearance
Rep. Sewell announces July 2026 mobile office hours
Rep. Aderholt announces $16.17M secured for Swayback Bridge replacement
Supreme Court reaffirms birthright citizenship
Alabama attorney general defends Auburn baseball prayers, Christian uniforms
- Education
Alabama students win awards at RTX Invention Convention US Nationals 2026
Troy University names Steve Grice interim dean for the Sorrell College of Business
Funding for upcoming school year’s CHOOSE Act education savings accounts announced
Alabama attorney general defends Auburn baseball prayers, Christian uniforms
Alabama adds 64 First Class Pre-K classrooms for 2026
- Health
Jackson Hospital to remain open for now as officials pursue rescue plan
Jackson Hospital delays closure announcement as questions mount over future
Jeff Samz elected chair of Alabama Hospital Association board
Flowers Hospital’s Jeff Brannon receives Gold Medal of Excellence award
Alabama lawmakers reflect on Dobbs decision on landmark ruling’s anniversary
- Opinion
Featured Opinion
America is the greatest country on earth, no matter how much rightwing conservatives try to tear it apart.
Elections
Republican supporters say the proposed changes will ensure election security, while Democratic rivals and a postal workers union oppose the rule.
This Matters with Bill Britt
Lifetime power requires scrutiny because even the highest court can protect liberty, distort liberty and still answer to the Constitution.
State
The court sided with the hemp store, dismissing the state's attempt to forfeit the cash and hemp products.
Economy
A proposed railroad merger could reshape Alabama’s economy, but unanswered questions about competition and service demanded closer scrutiny.
Party politics
Education
Their Sensor Safety Saddle aimed to help therapeutic riders with disabilities stay balanced and avoid falls during lessons.
Elections
The Democratic nominee’s Shoals stop is part of a statewide tour promising unscripted questions, voter-driven topics and open attendance.
Congress
Constituents can get help with Social Security, veterans benefits, Medicare, passports and other federal services at three July stops.
Featured Opinion
Federalist 10 warned against faction. Alabama’s GOP primaries now test whether leadership can govern beyond fear and grievance.
Education
The Troy alumnus and retired accounting professor returned to guide the college during a leadership transition that began July 1.
Featured Opinion
The Supreme Court stopped Trump’s order, but the ruling shows Reconstruction’s promise remains under attack from those seeking old exclusions.
Opinion
We want everyone to get up from the table with a renewed commitment to leaving this country stronger for the next generation.
Opinion
Two founders’ fractured friendship outlasted partisan warfare, leaving a lesson on principles strong enough to bridge bitter divides.
Opinion
It’s become fashionable for politicians to take shots at our form of government and our approach to capitalism. Ignore them.
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter In states across our nation, elected officials indicted on serious crimes are forced to step down from their...
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By Congressman Bradley Byrne (AL-1) Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia was a conservative stalwart who influenced a whole generation of legal opinions based on...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Friday, February 19, US Senator Jeff Sessions (R-Alabama) announced that he is endorsing incumbent US Representative Bradley...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, February 20, US Senator Richard Shelby was in Birmingham taking a break away from his busy...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, February 20, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton (D) defeated US Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vermont) in...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Saturday, February 20, the voters of South Carolina went to the polls and said they wanted Donald...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter “In the Criminal Justice System, the people are represented by two separate, yet equally important groups. The police...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Thursday, February 18, the Rainy Day Patriots met for a US Senate candidate’s forum at Hoover Tactical Firearms...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, February 18, the Alabama House of Representatives passed House Bill 43, which would end Alabama’s law...