Education House committee advances Ten Commandments, “Don’t Say Gay” bills Bills requiring schools display the Ten Commandments and further limit discussion of gender and sexuality were favorably reported on Wednesday. Chance PhillipsApril 10, 2025
Legislature Bills to regulate CBD, hemp-based products advance in committees CBD and hemp-derived product are currently legally sold in retail stores including gas stations and stores. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Second chances, stronger communities: ABPP’s commitment to strengthen Alabama With the right support, individuals leaving incarceration can thrive and make lasting contributions to their communities. Cam WardApril 10, 2025
Legislature House Ways and Means Committee passes bill to tax vape products The proposed tax would apply to the retail sale of such products at a rate of 10 cents per milliliter. Alex JobinApril 10, 2025
Legislature $9.8 billion education budget approved by Senate committee Alabama Senate committee approves major education budget, supplemental funding and RAISE Act. Mary Claire WootenApril 10, 2025
Legislature Public forum hears concerns about international money service bill The bill would tax money sent abroad using certain international money transfer services. Wesley WalterApril 10, 2025
Elections Alabama Farmers Federation backs Heath Allbright for House District 11 seat Gov. Kay Ivey has set the primary election for Tuesday, May 13, 2025. StaffApril 10, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Gov. Ivey must say “No” to prescription drug price hikes for patients This bill is nothing more than big government run amok, allowing the state to dictate how businesses can and cannot be compensated. Donna SkipperApril 10, 2025
Elections Education advocate Dakarai Larriett launches campaign for U.S. Senate Dakarai Larriett, described as a successful entrepreneur and dedicated community activist, has officially announced his candidacy. StaffApril 10, 2025
Elections Conservative attorney Derek Chen announces state auditor candidacy Conservative attorney and activist, Derek Chen, announced his candidacy for Alabama state auditor. StaffApril 10, 2025