Politics — Page 17

Alabama GOP environmentalists

GOP lawmakers op-ed: An Alabama-first affordability agenda protects families from Big Tech and radical environmentalists

Four Alabama House Republican lawmakers outline the plan to shield ratepayers, rein in Big Tech, and stop radical environmentalists in 2026.

Jim Carns Lloyd Peeples

State Rep. Jim Carnes leads early in Alabama House District 48 – but a new poll shows soft re-elect support in challenge from Lloyd Peeples.

Joan Reynolds

Joan Reynolds began asking party leaders over the weekend to elect her to continue serving as ALGOP Chairman.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore and U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville are continuing to speak out against the threat of radical Islamism in America. 

Steve Flowers: Steve Clouse – A good man

"My lifetime friend, Steve Clouse, turns 70 this week. He was born on February 7, 1956. I wish him a Happy Birthday. He truly is a good man."

The Alabama Retail PAC, affiliated with the Alabama Retail Association, has announced its endorsements for the 2026 election cycle.

Energy Alabama

A surge in George Soros California environmental dark money is flowing into Energy Alabama – attempting to influence energy policy in Alabama.

Alabama public service commission

A group of Alabama legislators composed of leaders from both parties introduced a three-bill package to keep utility costs low for families.

The Alabama Senate unanimously passed HB161 on Wednesday, sending the App Store Accountability Act to Governor Kay Ivey’s desk after it also passed the House unanimously. The bill, sponsored by State Rep. Chris Sells (R-Greenville), requires parental consent before minors can download apps, requires app stores to verify users’ ages, and requires apps to carry […]

Alabama child predator death penalty

The Alabama Senate passed HB41 in a 33-1 vote on Thursday, sending the Child Predator Death Penalty Act to Governor Kay Ivey.

The Alabama Rural Health Transformation Advisory Group held its first meeting Wednesday following the state's $203.4 million award.

Marshall is hoping that Republicans in Congress don't cave to Democrats' demands on immigration enforcement.

The SAVE Act is expected to come up in the Senate this week. The bill would require ID and proof of citizenship to register to vote.

Education Secretary Mobile Alabama

U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon is hitting Alabama soil this Friday for a planned visit to a school in Mobile.

Alabama gambling bill

Alabama State Sen. Merika Coleman filed a gambling bill that includes a lottery, in-person casino-style games and online sports wagering.

Doug Jones libraries

Jones is not happy with several members of the state's library board who want to protect children from being exposed to explicit materials. 

Missouri sports betting

The state of Missouri has just become the 39th state to allow legalized sports betting, with huge numbers from their first month.

Editor’s Note: An earlier version of this report drew Ag Commissioner candidate Corey Hill’s fundraising totals from a previous month. The current and accurate total is reflected in the graphic above.  Grayson Everett is the editor in chief of Yellowhammer News. You can follow him on X @Grayson270.

A survey conducted in recent days is sounding the alarm on Jerry Carl’s comeback bid in Alabama’s 1st Congressional District.

America needs to make its own medicines again

Sen. Tuberville, Tom Neely op-ed: America needs to make its own medicines again

"America needs to make its own medicines again," U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and Oxford Pharmaceutical Chairman Tom Neely argues.

State Rep. David Faulker has filed the Sarah Marsh Heaven's 27 Camp Safety Act and Governor Ivey has backed it in full support.

The Electric Cooperatives of Alabama Political Action Committee announced its endorsement of Wes Allen for lieutenant governor of Alabama.

Alabama church felony

State Rep. Greg Barnes introduced a bill to make disrupting a worship service a felony under Alabama law – backed by State Sen. Chris Elliott.

HB214, sponsored by State Rep. James Lomax, prohibits foreign nationals from directly or indirectly donating in any Alabama election.