Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall believes that President Donald Trump is following Alabama’s lead when it comes to combatting crime in Washington D.C. Trump announced Monday that he is placing the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan Police under federal control and is going to be sending 800 National Guard troops to the nation’s capital. “This is liberation […]

Tomorrow, on August 12, 2025, Alabamians are invited to take part in a fun and meaningful national tradition—City Hall Selfie Day! This event was created by Engaging Local Government Leaders (ELGL), a professional association for people who work in and with local government, to encourage citizens to snap a selfie in front of their local […]

As the 2025 municipal elections draw closer, political tensions are rising across Alabama, from small-town races to large-city campaigns — and Birmingham is no exception. On Friday, Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin responded to a billboard on the Southside of the city claiming he will not participate in a mayoral debate. In a post on his […]

Tuscaloosa native, businessman and former city councilman, Norman Crow continues to secure endorsements from the state’s top political groups in his special election bid for Alabama House District 63. On Monday, the Alabama Forestry Association announced its full support for Crow’s campaign. “Norman comes highly recommended from our Tuscaloosa area membership,” said Chris Isaacson, AFA […]

Governor Kay Ivey is fighting back against a lawsuit filed by former Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Kent Davis, who claims the Governor unlawfully removed him from office. In a recent filing in federal court made on her behalf by attorneys William Bloom and Jordan LaPorta of Maynard Nexsen, Governor Ivey labeled Davis’s claims […]

Today’s digital age allows app stores to be the gatekeepers of innovation–controlling which applications reach consumers and on what terms. This concentration of power has raised significant concerns about competition and consumer choice. To address these concerns, U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) and U.S. Representative John James (R-MI) introduced the App Store Accountability Act in […]

It appears all but certain that former U.S. Rep Jerry Carl of Mobile will be running for his old seat, Alabama’s 1st Congressional District, in 2026. AL-01 consists of nine counties in South Alabama, including Baldwin and Mobile. RELATED: If Barry Moore goes statewide – who might run for his seat? Carl filed his Statement […]

After an initial special primary election came down to the wire, Cindy Myrex and Clint Hollingsworth will face off again in the GOP run-off election tomorrow to decide who’s the next State Representative for Alabama House District 12.  Cindy Myrex, a realtor, Cullman resident, and first‑time candidate, was nine votes short of winning outright and […]

Alabama’s business leaders got a clear message from voters Saturday morning: focus on the economy. At the Business Council of Alabama’s annual Governmental Affairs Conference, Cygnal presented a new BCA-commissioned survey, showing that 59% of Republican primary voters prefer elected officials prioritize economic issues such as jobs, reducing taxes and regulation, and infrastructure over any […]

The Alabama Legislature has passed a new law aimed at helping expectant mothers get the care they need during pregnancy. Known as SB102, the law will take effect on October 1 and stay in place through 2028, allowing pregnant women to get temporary Medicaid coverage for prenatal care before their official application is approved. RELATED: […]

Governor Kay Ivey issued her yearly message of encouragement to Alabama’s students on Monday, welcoming them back to the classroom for the 2025-2026 academic school year. In the video, Ivey asked pupils across the state to confidently face any school-related challenges that may arise in the coming months. “Whether walking into fourth grade or heading […]

As mentioned last week, the race for Lt. Governor will be one of the best on the ballot next year. It will pit two very popular constitutional officeholders striving to capture another secondary constitutional office. Secretary of State Wes Allen and Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate will be the two horses in this contest. It is […]

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Justice announced its review of Jeffrey Epstein-related files found insufficient evidence to warrant investigating any individual not already charged and declined to open any additional probes. That decision has sparked widespread backlash, seemingly in collision with earlier suggestions by U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi that more information could […]

Members of Alabama’s Republican Congressional delegation are praising President Donald Trump’s accomplishments during his first 200 days in office. The lawmakers highlighted his successes at the border, the passing of the tax cuts, and what the president has done to help the U.S. economy. RELATED: Katie Britt details how the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ is […]

Legislators decided to delay an expensive contract with a law firm this week after three attorneys were caught using ChatGPT to create court filings containing fake case law. The $200,000 Alabama Department of Corrections (ADOC) legal contract for William Lunsford of Butler Snow was put on hold by the Contract Review Committee, Thursday. “This is […]

The Alabama Forestry Association has promoted one of its own to become the organization’s next Director of External Affairs. On Friday, the industry and political powerhouse announced that Anna Morgan Skipper, Grassroots Coordinator with AFA since 2021, has been chosen to lead external affairs. In her new role, Skipper will continue to work with AFA […]

Alabama’s top legislative leaders say the state’s economy is on the move — and they’re not slowing down. Speaking to business leaders at an Alabama Growth Alliance meeting in Fairhope, Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger and Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter credited a slate of recent initiatives like Powering Growth, Working for […]

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) is backing up President Donald Trump’s effort to make Washington D.C. great again. After a Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) staffer was brutally beaten in the city earlier this week, Trump told D.C. authorities that they better get their act together or he will “federalize” the city. “We’re going to […]

The Stardome Comedy Club in Hoover is responding to criticism after cancelling comedian Michael Rapaport’s show Tuesday night. The venue said it chose to cancel the show over concerns of a “potentially volatile situation” and “planned protests” over Rapaport’s strong support of Israel. “In the days leading up to the performance, The Stardome received over […]

With incumbent Rick Pate term-limited, the Republican field for Alabama’s Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries is wide open. Three GOP contenders, Jack Williams, Christina Woerner McInnis, and Corey Hill, are vying for the role, each building their financial position ahead of the May 19, 2026, primary. According to campaign finance reports filed with the Alabama […]

Alabama State Sen. Gerald Allen (R-Tuscaloosa) is sparking debate back up over personal freedom and public health regulations with a new bill that would ban vaping in indoor public areas across the state. He prefiled SB9, which would ban vaping in all public indoor spaces. The Alabama Senate passed similar legislation in 2024 that would’ve […]

A big leadership change in the state’s executive branch will take effect later this month in Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth’s appointment of Catherine Gayle Fuller as Chief of Staff today. Ainsworth announced on Thursday morning that Fuller, a multi-year vet of the office, will step into the role formerly held by Jess Skaggs, who is […]

Alabama legislators continually seek ways to improve economic opportunities in the state across several different industries, including entertainment. Last month, Governor Kay Ivey signed SB177, expanding Alabama’s entertainment tax incentive program. The goal of this plan is to accelerate growth in Alabama’s film, television, and music industries. SB177, which takes effect October 1, 2025, expands […]

The Alabama Farmers Federation has endorsed Sen. April Weaver in her bid for re-election to Alabama Senate District 14, which includes parts of Bibb, Chilton, and Shelby counties. “April Weaver has been easy to work with because she understands the needs of the farmers and constituents of her district,” said John Deloach, president of the […]