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U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville announced Thursday the departure of Stephen Boyd as chief of staff, who will seek private sector opportunities.

On Wednesday, Secretary of State-elect Wes Allen announced staff appointments for his office which will become effective Jan. 16.

GOP candidates dominate statewide elections

Across the board, Republican candidates for statewide offices dominated their Democratic and Libertarian opponents.

Alabama's electorate delivered a significant blow to Libertarians, who sought to present an alternative to the state's two major political parties.

Democrats were unsuccessful in their efforts to flip three legislative seats they believed were growing increasingly competitive.

U.S. Sen. Rick Scott said Alabama's soon-to-be junior senator would "do a great job" representing the Yellowhammer State on Capitol Hill.

Garnering nearly 70% of the vote, Gov. Kay Ivey earned the approval of a vast majority of Alabama voters and cruised to reelection Tuesday night.

Madison County Commission Chairman Dale Strong has been elected to represent North Alabama on Capitol Hill as its next congressman.

U.S. Senator-Elect Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) will be the first woman to ever represent Alabama in the upper chamber of Congress.

Alabama Republican Party chairman John Wahl is "confident" in the GOP's ability to maintain a majority of legislative seats in Madison County.

Republican U.S. Senate nominee Katie Britt was greeted by a crowd of supporters at the Montgomery polling site of Huntington College's Drum Theater.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has given a 4.5 star rating to Blue Cross and Blue Shield (BCBS) of Alabama's Blue Advantage Plan.

The ripple effect of record inflation and high gas prices has put the nation’s economy in a dangerous place, according to Twinkle Cavanaugh. Cavanaugh, president of the Alabama Public Service Commission, spoke to Yellowhammer News recently about how President Joe Biden’s decisions on energy policy have dramatically affected the health of the economy. “Joe Biden […]

U.S. Rep. Jerry Carl: Veterans Day

Veterans Day is observed every year on November 11th to honor the military veterans of the United States Armed Forces.

State leadership will venture into uncharted waters in their efforts to bolster public education, according to Gov. Kay Ivey.

Marshall

In a video posted to social media Monday, Attorney General Steve Marshall insisted Aniah's Law "is vital for public safety."

The Senate hopeful said she wanted to work alongside U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) "to make sure Alabama is covered."

King's Home, a faith-based organization providing assistance to women and kids fleeing domestic violence, recently made a special dedication.

AEI holding civic conference in Birmingham

“Birmingham is a city with such a rich history and complex landscape of challenges and opportunities," said AEI senior fellow Ian Rowe.

The state's minority party is banking on Democratic Party nominee Mallory Hagan's chances of nabbing the retiring speaker's seat.

An infrastructure project totaling approximately $2 million is coming to Tuscaloosa County for industrial access road and bridge improvement.

When asked if delaying election results could provide an avenue for cheating, Merrill said, "I don't think there's any doubt about it."

Should Donald Trump decide to seek the 2024 nomination, however, the 45th president tops Ron DeSantis 49.6% to 35.7%.

The funds will be utilized to stimulate new research and development as a means of bolstering statewide innovation efforts.