Congress
Many Republicans on the committee, including Tuberville, praised Hegseth and largely ignored questions about his character or experience.
Hi, what are you looking for?
Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
- Governor
Ivey makes appointments for district judgeship and district attorney positions
Aspiring lieutenant governor penned 479 page flat Earth screed
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
- Legislature
Alabama House Republican Caucus announces 2025 “Alabama Values” legislative agenda
State Rep. Marilyn Lands bringing bill to address infant, maternal mortality
ACLU of Alabama releases 2025 Legislative Agenda
Ensler pushes gun violence measures: Glock switch ban, safety grants, more
Prefiled bills seek to “add some teeth” to immigration enforcement
- Economy
Alabama Realtors release December Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
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
- National
Senator Britt leads bipartisan push for Maternal Health Awareness Day
U.S. Sens. Katie Britt, Thom Tillis introduce Justice for Victims of Sanctuary Cities Act
After uproar, Tuskegee Airmen video to be added to Air Force training
Civil Rights attorney Fred Gray’s portrait installed at Smithsonian
Sens. Britt, Tuberville celebrate confirmation of Trump nominees
- 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
30 Alabama healthcare groups unite to fight harmful insurance delays
Aderholt introduces bill to cut federal funds for Planned Parenthood
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
- Opinion
Opinion | It’s time to end “Bingo War” lie and move Alabama forward
Opinion | A leadership change is the only way forward for the Decatur Police Department
Opinion | Criminal indifference
Opinion | Congress must act to keep Alabama manufacturing protected, healthy and growing
Opinion | Florida man arrested for what is likely protected speech
Featured Opinion
It is clear that Alabama’s gaming stalemate has been fueled by political corruption, arrogance, greed, and hubris.
Congress
“Improving maternal care is not a red or blue issue. It’s an American issue,” Senator Britt said.
Featured Opinion
For Decatur's Police Department to move forward and regain the respect of the community, a change in leadership likely will be necessary.
State
Alabama ranks near the bottom in per capita tax collections, relying on high sales taxes and low property taxes.
Opinion
We cannot stop being trans. Gender affirming care saved my life and it has saved the lives of millions of other trans people.
Governor
Ivey filled vacancies in the 17th, 28th and 35th judicial circuits.
Legislature
The legislative platform was developed by an ad hoc platform committee comprised of Republican House members, co-chaired by State Rep. Kerry “Bubba” Underwood, R-Tuscumbia,...
Featured Opinion
If these lawmakers think they can quietly let this exemption expire, they should think again.
Opinion
A few legislators want to let the overtime tax exemption expire, putting a $230 million tax burden on working families. That's wrong.
Opinion
Ensuring the integrity of our electoral process requires the same foresight and commitment we bring to maintaining roads.
Featured Opinion
It's weird how in Alabama the political will of the legislature never seems to work out well for the average voter.
Opinion
These efforts spell trouble for hopes of a “win-win” green energy transition for union workers.
Featured Opinion
Alabama deserves leaders who work tirelessly behind the scenes — workhorses, not show ponies, focused on real solutions over political theater.
Legislature
“I’ve got the job I want, and I’m going to do the job I’ve been elected to,” Ledbetter said,
State
Reentry Alabama highlights challenges in workforce reentry due to Alabama’s broad occupational licensing barriers, urging legislative reform.
Congress
Alabama's congressional delegation grabbed key committee assignments on Tuesday.
Local news
The decision bolsters the board's current response to book challenges.
Governor
President-elect Donald Trump complained about the flags being flown at half-staff during his inauguration.
Congress
Britt discussed her role pushing for the Laken Riley Act’s passage and her support for President-elect Donald Trump’s cabinet nominees.
Featured Opinion
Pushing outright lies has become acceptable in politics today. It doesn't work, though, if you don't buy the BS.
Congress
"Swatting" occurs when an individual makes a false report of an ongoing emergency or threat of violence in order to intimidate someone.
