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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter Recently we had the pleasure of speaking with Representative Christopher John England (D) from Tuscaloosa. Rep. England is...
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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
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
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
Alabama’s U.S. representatives back bill to expand veteran benefits
Sen. Tuberville opposes new Democratic Farm Bill proposal
- 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
State
Librarians were frustrated by the board's surprise decision in September to abandon competitive grants this year in favor of statewide initiatives.
Economy
Alabama’s tax revenue levels post-pandemic. As federal funds decline, state spending on effective programs is essential.
Legislature
Under current Alabama law, there are no direct statutes ensuring the right to contraception.
Prisons
Jodi Haley, DeBlieux’s daughter, spoke with raw emotion to those gathered at the execution, according to media reports. Her words provided a rare perspective.
Legislature
SB-16 would prohibit officers from using the four-point restraint, also known as the hog-tie position.
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State
Jones' book explores the push to censor library materials nationwide, which has been a hot topic in Alabama over the past two years.
News
The addition of these new troopers aims to enhance law enforcement presence and safety across Alabama.
Congress
Madison Green has been promoted to chief of staff, while Marshall Macheledt will assume the roles of deputy chief of staff and legislative director.
Opinion
The sale of the Birmingham Racecourse prompted a number of questions about Alabama's complicated and confusing gambling laws.
Opinion
Alabama did its part in electing Donald Trump. He carried 65 percent of the vote in the Heart of Dixie. His best yet.
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Our future depends on whether we rise to this challenge or falter under the weight of self-interest.
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The sale of the Birmingham Racecourse could prompt movement on gaming legislation.
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By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter The vagaries of Alabama’s ethics laws has generated endless headlines as it pertained to teachers. But little has...
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By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter Former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Newt Gingrich (R) from Georgia is on a personal quest...
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From the Office of Representative Craig Ford “This proposal may be one of the most absurd things Phil Williams and the Republican Supermajority have...
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From the Office of Governor Robert Bentley MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Friday requested federal assistance for people working to rebuild following this week’s...
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By Brandon MoseleyAlabama Political Reporter In a press release, Congressman Spencer Bachus (R) from Vestavia announced that he and all of the Republican subcommittee...
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Staff Report Alabama Political Reporter The chairman of the House Ways and Means General Fund committee thinks the state could reduce Medicaid costs by...
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Staff Report In his last work, The Responsible Electorate (1966), the great scholar V.O. Key argued against the thinking of political scientists of his...
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By Bill BrittAlabama Political Reporter Over the last year, the new Alabama ethics law has caused some real and imagined confusion for educators. Over...
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By Brandon MoseleyAlabama Political Reporter In a speech at a UPS facility in Nevada, President Obama said, “Right now, American oil production is the...
