Legislature Albritton files bill to return final $59 million to Alabama Trust Fund It would be the final payment to Alabama Trust Fund to satisfy money taken from the fund during the previous decade. John H. GlennMarch 9, 2023
Legislature Faith in Action Alabama gathers in support of House Bill 96 The legislation would make it easier for formerly incarcerated Alabamians to be able to vote. John H. GlennMarch 9, 2023
Elections Speaker Ledbetter endorses Chris McCool for Alabama Supreme Court McCool is seeking the Republican Party nomination for an open seat on the Alabama Supreme Court in 2024. StaffMarch 9, 2023
News Alabama Power announces leadership changes The changes are effective immediately. StaffMarch 9, 2023
Governor Governor issues executive order to “cut red tape” for citizens, businesses Executive Order 735 places a moratorium on new rule-making by executive branch agencies. StaffMarch 9, 2023
Governor Ivey calls for $1B in tax rebates, sets Special Session in State of the State Ivey proposed rebates of $400 per person, for a total of $800 in rebates per married household. Jacob HolmesMarch 8, 2023
Featured Opinion Opinion | Healthcare access was missing from Gov. Ivey’s speech Expanding healthcare access relies on a funding source. Alabama's only current option - gambling revenue - could soon be off the table. Josh MoonMarch 8, 2023
Legislature Ivey proposes increased state budgets, but financial leaders warn legislators of cliff Ivey is proposing a 6.5 percent increase in the Education Trust Fund budget and an 8.4 percent increase in the General Fund. Jacob HolmesMarch 8, 2023
Prisons Families, friends of incarcerated individuals gather at Alabama State Capitol The demonstration and vigil on Tuesday were to remember those who have died in state custody in recent years. John H. GlennMarch 8, 2023
Prisons ADOC confirms two additional prison deaths in February, March The total number of deaths in Alabama's prison system has now reached 13 in February and five so far in March. John H. GlennMarch 8, 2023