Legislature
New legislation filed Thursday would bring a statewide lottery, sports wagering and five state-licensed casinos to Alabama.
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- Legislature
Alabama House Republican Caucus announces 2025 “Alabama Values” legislative agenda
State Rep. Marilyn Lands bringing bill to address infant, maternal mortality
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- Economy
Alabama Realtors release December Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report
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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
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lottery stories
Featured Opinion
If legislators are listening to their constituents, they are hearing one thing.
Legislature
New ads promote the economic impact of approving a comprehensive gambling and lottery bill.
Elections
Chris Countryman is campaigning for the Democratic nomination for governor of Alabama.
Featured Opinion
"The gambling bill would generate nearly a billion dollars in tax revenue annually and create more than 12,000 jobs. That seems worthwhile."
Featured Opinion
"The gambling issue dominated the entire session. However, it failed in the House of Representatives."
Opinion
"Ending the legislative session with an opportunity missed is not just a benign lack of action."
Legislature
Despite the House's inability to pass a gambling bill, Speaker Mac McCutcheon said that the 2021 Legislative Session was a good one.
Legislature
Senate President Pro Tem Greg Reed, R-Jasper, said he was pleased with the outcome of the 2021 Legislative Session.
Legislature
McCutcheon said that the governor might call a special session on gambling "if there is an opportunity.”