Health
More than half of Alabama’s 52 rural hospitals are at risk of closure,
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Alabama Political Reporter
- 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
Another early voting bill introduced in the Alabama Legislature
State Rep. Stadthagen files bill to block “drag performances” in schools, libraries
House Republicans honor state Rep. Randall Shedd with “Iron Award”
Rep. DuBose, Miss Alabama Teen to host second annual “Girls’ Day At The Capitol”
Gudger to lead Alabama Senate
- Economy
Lt. Gov. Ainsworth visits jobsite, talks red tape and workforce solutions
Small businesses struggle to fill job openings as labor costs rise
Opinion | Trump 2.0 will uplift Alabama’s economy
Alabama AG praises injunction against protections for migrant farmworkers
Gov. Ivey declares Saturday after Thanksgiving “Small Business Saturday”
- National
Sen. Tuberville accuses NIH researchers of withholding research on puberty blockers
Britt joins Senate colleagues in pushing for “bone crushing” Iran sanctions
Sen. Britt’s bill updating next generation body armor passes
House unanimously approves Rep. Strong’s plan to streamline North Alabama Courts
Tuberville praises defense secretary nominee amid allegations
- Education
Troy University to reduce cost of high school dual enrollment
Huntsville Library moving animated Disney movies after policy changes
Trump’s plans for the Department of Education may reshape Alabama’s school system
AEA announces Team Alabama, Team Auburn “Be a Champion and Read” winners
Troy University announces new Ph.D., master’s programs
- Health
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
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama’s healthcare safety net at risk
Analysis | Alabama’s Medicaid expansion: Dispelling API’s myths and fears
- Opinion
health care stories
Health
Johnson comes to UAB from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pennsylvania.
Featured Opinion
For a long time now in Alabama, we have let ignorance be our guide. The bill has been steep.
Opinion
Presumptive Medicaid eligibility would provide better access to health insurance for those who are newly pregnant.
Courts
Judge Myron Thompson will continue hearing a lawsuit that calls for legal protection of individuals who help women seek abortions across state lines.
Opinion
As much as an honor as it is to help keep my lifelong neighbors healthy, it’s also heartbreaking.
Health
A doctor-patient relationship based on mutual trust allows doctors to help patients navigate what can be complex health challenges.
Legislature
The FAIR Meds Act will help ensure access to healthcare for patients, provide truth and transparency in prescription drug pricing.
Opinion
Recent studies show nearly half of Alabama workers do not get employer-sponsored health insurance.
Opinion
I hope our elected leaders in Washington will stand with Alabama’s business owners and our hard-working employees.