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With these latest deaths, at least six individuals have died within the state correctional system in the month of January.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Gov. Ivey invites students to apply for 2025 Summer Internship Program
Ivey orders flags to be flown at full staff for Trump inauguration
Gov. Ivey joins Trump, GOP governors at Mar-a-Lago to discuss key policies
Gov. Ivey mourns security detail member Justin Williams, 42, succumbed to cancer
Ivey opens applications for Alabama’s new CHOOSE Act school choice program
- Legislature
Prefiled bills seek to “add some teeth” to immigration enforcement
New bill would add conflict resolution class requirement to marriage licenses
State lawmakers discuss regulating cryptocurrency in commission meeting
Sen. April Weaver joins Club for Growth Foundation’s 2025 fellowship class
Ledbetter shuts down D.C. rumors: “I’ve got the job I want”
- Economy
Workers overwhelmingly vote to unionize at Tuscaloosa chemical plant
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor market remains tight
Commerce Secretary Ellen McNair talks first year in office, 2025 plans
Sweet Grown Alabama changes membership levels to flat $100 annual fee
Manufacture Alabama highlights 2024 successes in workforce and advocacy
- National
Trump ends program to lower prescription prices, make disease therapy available
Sen. Britt’s landmark immigration enforcement bill passes Senate
Alabama Republicans celebrate Trump inauguration
Sen. Britt praises Marco Rubio’s confirmation as Secretary of State
Sen. Britt steers Laken Riley Act past final procedural hurdle
- Education
AFP-Alabama applauds the opening of Education Savings Accounts applications
Alabama considers new education funding models to address inequalities
Alabama exploring expanding Pre-K program to home-based settings
Vouchers reduce school funding without lowering fixed costs: EPI report
Google gives $1 million to Stillman Cybersecurity Clinic in memory of Dr. Kevin Harris
- Health
Alabama commissioners discuss crisis services amidst mental health crisis
Medical Association commend FDA’s ban on Red Dye No. 3
PEEHIP board talks 2024 finances, “treacherous waters” ahead
White Lightning: Inside Alabama’s raw milk “secret society”
New billboard urges Medicaid expansion to save Alabama hospitals
- Opinion
Opinion | A new reality is coming
Opinion | Alabama needs real solutions, not failed “tough on crime” policies
Opinion | Katie Britt is the secret sauce to accomplishing the impossible in Congress
Opinion | It’s time to learn new MLK quotes
Opinion | Honor the legacy of Dr. King by fighting for economic justice
Legislature
Alabama’s state lawmakers are scheduled to begin debating immigration measures upon the 2025 Legislative Session’s start.
Featured Opinion
True public safety isn’t built on fear — it’s built on justice, opportunity, and hope.
Opinion
The phrase “Only Katie Britt could do it” may soon be repeated over and over again.
Health
Alabama leaders highlight progress in mental health crisis response but face challenges with access to services.
Featured Opinion
The reality is America has done quite well over the last four years, especially for the average worker. But a new reality is on...
Congress
The resolution comes as the Biden administration sought to reinterpret the USMCA with Mexico and Canada.
Local news
This year's donation represents the largest annual gift to DHCLS in the history of the group.
News
Funded by Innovate Alabama, the program aims to address the growing cybersecurity talent gap in Alabama.
Featured Opinion
There will be thousands of the "content of character" quotes from rightwing politicians today. It's time to learn new King quotes.
Opinion
Like many of us today, he found himself confronted with both racial injustice and economic violence.
Featured Opinion
Questions of faith and governance often stir division, but Ledbetter’s gesture reminds us of the enduring values that have guided this nation.
Featured Opinion
A lot of the "Trump will destroy democracy" stuff is hyperbole. But there's one thing that actually is worrisome.
State
Remembering his work now is as important as ever.
National
Congresswoman Terri Sewell announced Sunday that President Joe Biden declared a major disaster in the state of Alabama.
Opinion
King understood that the real purpose of education was not just the acquisition of knowledge, but the positive application of knowledge.
Governor
Both Harrell and Sanders were runners up in the races for their respective positions in the 2022 election cycle.
Opinion
King's national holiday reminds us of his often-stated axiom, “Injustice tolerated anywhere threatens justice everywhere.”
State
The conversation will focus on the legacy of Dr. King and the struggle for racial equality.
Economy
The program supports Alabama entrepreneurs and innovators, particularly underrepresented groups.
Courts
Cook was elected in November to fill the seat of Justice Michael Bolin, who retires this week after 18 years on the court.
State
The contest takes place online, runs through Feb. 10, and is sponsored by Tutt Land Company.
