Featured Opinion
By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter The Alabama Political Reporter is a news organization devoted to Alabama politics. We will provide accurate, reliable coverage...
Hi, what are you looking for?
Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Secretary of State Wes Allen signs agreement with Louisiana to cross check voter files
Rep. Sewell to join press conference marking 11th anniversary of Shelby County v. Holder
Secretary Allen accuses Biden of using undocumented immigrants to steal election
Sen. Katie Britt raises $250K for Ted Cruz in Birmingham
Democratic primary heads to runoff in Birmingham-area House seat
- 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
Bill to arrest librarians filed for 2025 session
Rep. Kelvin Lawrence arrested on alleged forgery charges
Sen. Garlan Gudger issues statement following July 4 jet ski accident
Democratic state politicians reflect on legislative session at Tuscaloosa town hall
Rep. Fidler awards VP of the BBB Educational Foundation in Mobile with a grant
- Economy
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
Developers secure lease, advancing commercial development at Southtown site
UAW president: Mercedes breaking promises to workers by blaming the union
- National
Sen. Britt urges media to highlight bipartisan efforts in Congress
Sen. Britt discusses JD Vance, bipartisan deals, and abortion in RNC interview
Sen. Britt during RNC speech: “Donald Trump is the change we need”
Federal court considering ending state’s racial quota on real estate board
Alabama Republicans rally around Trump after attempted assassination
- Education
Troy University dean selected to attend Fulbright international seminar
Alabama State Department of Education hit by cyber attack, data breached
Joe Hampton to serve as chair of Stillman College board
PARCA report details increase in third grade reading sufficiency
Prattville Library approves workaround for LGBT book ban
- Health
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
Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medications on Take Back Day
Alabama employers sound the alarm on policies targeting prescription drug benefits
- Opinion
National
Britt focused on economic issues and President Biden’s “weakness” during her five minute primetime speech at the Republican National Convention.
Featured Opinion
It's unlikely that the reprehensible assassination attempt significantly impacts the '24 presidential race. But the economy will.
National
Senator Katie Britt said Republicans have to “do a better job telling our story” about abortion during an interview Monday.
Courts
The ruling in the case could impact up to 20 state boards that require minority representation by statute.
National
In an interview, Britt expressed her desire for media outlets to better cover the bipartisan efforts in Congress.
Opinion
Opinion
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall should be enforcing competition through litigation.
Education
Thrasher’s selection marks the first time a current Troy University dean has been chosen for a Fulbright award.
State
Alabama’s annual Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday will be held Friday, July 19 through Sunday, July 21.
Featured Opinion
Alabama Department of Transportation director John Cooper deserves many accolades for his vision and steadfastness in the face of adversity.
Featured Opinion
We know the solution to our labor and delivery problems. Our lawmakers lack the courage to implement it.
Featured Opinion
Libraries are meant to be bastions of free access to information, but this bill will lead to censorship and suppression of diverse viewpoints.
Featured Opinion
Montgomery resident have demanded that Mayor Reed "do something" about crime. On Tuesday, he explained they're doing a lot.
