Politics — Page 22

Kay Ivey

Governor Kay Ivey kicked off the Alabama Legislature’s 2026 regular session with a message of demonstrable wins for the people of the state.

The United States Senate Race in Alabama has seen a serious twist in the first quarter with Morgan Murphy raising more than $1 million.

State Sen. Gerald Allen introduced legislation in the 2026 Regular Session that would place Alabama’s existing ban on slap fighting into state law.

Rep. Paschal wants to allow retired state employees to return to work as full-time drivers to address school bus driver shortages.

Alabama screen use childcare

State Rep. Jeana Ross is calling for a comprehensive, statewide framework governing screen use for children from birth through kindergarten.

There are roughly 100 days until Alabama’s statewide primary election on May 19, which is suddenly just around the corner.

Alabama non-citizen voters

Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is showing where noncitizens were illegally registered to vote — and where illegal ballots were cast.

As lawmakers convene for the 2026 Regular Session, ALGOP Chairman John Wahl said Republicans are entering the session with momentum.

Ivey Huntsville

Governor Kay Ivey honors Huntsville's Rodney Smith Jr. during her final State of the State Address for his impactful service.

Jamie Kiel

State Rep. Jamie Kiel hopes lawmakers will take up two bills he filed ahead of the 2026 legislative session.

Terri Sewell

Alabama Congresswoman Terri Sewell finished 2025 near the very top of a list no lawmaker wants to have to explain.

Mud dumping Mobile

Two Alabama lawmakers are teaming up to lessen the amount of mud spewed into Mobile Bay the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.

Barry Moore

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore believes the EPA needs to be reined in and he's put forward a bill to accomplish that goal. 

Alabama whisky

The Clyde May’s whiskey company recently opened a distillery, gift shop, and tasting room in Troy with much public fanfare.

Connie Rowe

Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth announced Friday that former State Rep. Connie Rowe will serve as his new Chief of Staff.

Wes Allen

The Business Council of Alabama has endorsed Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen in his campaign for Lieutenant Governor.

The Alabama Department of Workforce has opened a new Athens-Limestone Career Center at Athens State University.

Manufacture Alabama has announced its endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, backing dozens of incumbent members of the Alabama House of Representatives the organization says have demonstrated consistent support for the state’s manufacturing sector. The statewide manufacturing trade group said the endorsements reflect input from its member companies and are based on lawmakers’ engagement with […]

Susan Kennedy

Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin named longtime lobbyist and policy strategist Susan Kennedy as senior counsel for external affairs to lead the city's advocacy efforts before the Alabama Legislature and state agencies in Montgomery.

Britt specifically called out Minnesota Governor Tim Walz over some of his comments on the Trump administration. 

A clarification from the USPS is prompting attention to how postmarks are applied to mail, and for Alabama residents, geography plays a role.

Colleagues in the Alabama House of Representatives have had to say goodbye twice to former State Rep. Howard Sanderford.

Jackson Hospital

Alabama Patients First has now launched a new message built around Jackson Hospital, a Montgomery-area hospital now in a bankruptcy crisis.

Navy Alabama ships

President Donald Trump has announced plans to expand the U.S. military, particularly the Navy, and Alabama is expected to play a big role.