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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
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
Republican nominee Caroleene Dobson selected for NRCC “Young Guns” program
Sen. Katie Britt warns of DOD, Missile and Space Intelligence Center funding shortfall
Shomari Figures asks DNC to go easy on crypto
- 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
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
Alabamians safely dispose of over 4,000 pounds of medications on Take Back Day
- Opinion
Opinion | Thoughts on the real problem of election integrity
Opinion | We all know what “DEI hire” really means
Opinion | Women lead Alabama: Insult them at your peril
Opinion | Senator urges movement on cannabis legislation
Opinion | A Decatur fire lieutenant’s demotion sends a clear, deplorable message
Elections
The organization criticized “misinformation about the League’s nonpartisan elections resource.”
Courts
The state argues that prison discipline for failing to work does not constitute involuntary servitude.
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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.
National
The reforms would include a constitutional amendment against presidential immunity, term limits and a binding code of ethics.
Elections
“You have fools out there that think this woman got to where she is by laying on her back,” Givan said.
Local news
In his new role, Washington will lead and manage the implementation of several key recommendations outlined in the recently adopted Downtown Action Plan.
Congress
With polling showing Dobson three points behind, Republicans claim she’s in “prime position to keep Alabama’s 2nd District red.”
Congress
MSIC is also important for Huntsville and State of Alabama. It employs hundreds of Huntsville-based defense contractors.
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Conservatives keep referring to Vice President Harris as a "DEI hire." We all know what that really means.
Featured Opinion
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.
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The demotion of 20-year veteran fire lieutenant Kevin Jackson in Decatur reeks of political retribution and discrimination.
