Congress
At a press conference at City Hall, Rep. Sewell was joined by Selma Mayor James Perkins and local elected officials.
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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
- Economy
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
Small business optimism rises, but economic challenges persist
- National
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
Britt dispels social media rumor that she voted against Rick Scott
- Education
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
Alabama nonprofit promotes literacy, distributes mental health resources to children
- 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 | Clearing up a few gambling questions after the Birmingham Racecourse sale
Opinion | The Trump triumph
Opinion | Am I my brother’s keeper?
Opinion | Birmingham Racecourse sale may be good news for gambling legislation, employees
Opinion | Only in politics could fairness be considered a disadvantage
Legislature
The bill, pre-filed by Rep. Patrick Sellers, would require the State Board of Education to adopt a policy model for local boards to adopt.
State
Jones' book explores the push to censor library materials nationwide, which has been a hot topic in Alabama over the past two years.
Congress
Britt spoke directly to her colleagues on the urgent need to pass a bipartisan disaster supplemental bill.
News
Those protests occurred as Americans across the country called for reform to address police brutality.
News
The addition of these new troopers aims to enhance law enforcement presence and safety across Alabama.
Local news
The relocated books include one with non-sexual cartoonish nudity and one about gender identity with no nudity or sexually explicit content.
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
Greg Reed's resignation has touched off a two-man race - new blood vs. establishment - for leadership of the Alabama Senate.
Featured Opinion
Our future depends on whether we rise to this challenge or falter under the weight of self-interest.
Featured Opinion
The sale of the Birmingham Racecourse could prompt movement on gaming legislation.
Featured Opinion
For some reason, politicians in this state are comfortable with the idea of politicians picking their voters, instead of vice versa.
Opinion
This is urgent. We need help. Please take care of your community, small businesses and the people you serve.
News
The festival, which is free and open to the public, begins Saturday.
Governor
The campaign aims to reduce the number of children killed in distracted driving incidents by 10 percent.
News
Faulkner University will address one of the state's most hotly contested topics—gambling—in its annual high-profile debate.
Courts
Of those surveyed, 89 percent said that they support IVF treatment.
Featured Opinion
Alabama is not a one-size-fits-all state, and it's time our leadership recognized that.
News
Decatur Fire employee Kevin Jackson's appeal hearing revealed disputes over the severity of his demotion and interpretation of events.
Featured Opinion
Caroleene Dobson talks a lot about her family's roots. She leaves out the part about slavery.
Education
The CHOOSE Act now has a website where education service providers and, eventually, Alabama families can prepare for the state’s new program.
Legislature
Expanding Medicaid and ending the state sales tax on groceries will remain top goals on Alabama Arise’s 2025 legislative agenda.
