Governor Kay Ivey on Monday signed a sweeping public safety measure targeting gun violence, particularly in Alabama’s urban communities. SB119, sponsored by State Sen. Will Barfoot (R-Pike Road) and State Rep. Cynthia Almond (R-Tuscaloosa), strengthens firearm possession laws, heightens penalties for shootings into occupied buildings, and expands judicial tools for detaining violent offenders prior to […]

Putting a pen to paper, Gov. Kay “High Stepper” Ivey signed legislation Monday addressing the statute governing the U.S. Space & Rocket Center. “My signature on House Bill 1593 names the Alabama Space Science Exhibit Commission to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center Commission, giving it the proper name it deserves and setting it up for […]

U.S. Reps. Barry Moore (R-Hoover) and Terri Sewell (D-Birmingham) introduced legislation to protect veteran-owned small businesses across the country in October 2024.

Promising strong leadership and fresh ideas, Republican Clint Hollingsworth launched his candidacy for the District 12 seat in the Alabama House of Representatives. “I am running for the Alabama House of Representatives because I believe our community deserves an experienced leader who will fight to get us a seat at the table,” said Hollingsworth, a […]

In the final stretch before voters in the Alabama House District 11 special primary election head to the polls on May 13, GOP candidate Heath Allbright is fighting back against what he calls “dishonest” attacks against his character and his family. After a campaign mailer from an Alabama-registered 1776 PAC flooded mailboxes of the Cullman-area […]

State Rep. Debbie Wood is still pushing for her election audit bill to pass despite time running out in the 2025 Legislative Session.

It's now a felony for doctors to provide minors with puberty blockers, cross-sex hormone treatments, or surgeries for gender transition.

A class action lawsuit was filed last week in federal court in Alabama against Stake.US, a sweepstakes-based online casino, accusing the company of operating an illegal gambling platform accessible to Alabama users, despite the state having some of the strictest laws in the nation. The lawsuit names Laura Hall and her minor child as plaintiffs, […]

More than two years into her first term, U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery) is quickly becoming one of the Senate’s most vocal advocates for families, mothers and children. Ahead of Mother’s Day, Britt is reintroducing the More Opportunities for Moms to Succeed (MOMS) Act, a cornerstone of her pro-life, pro-family legislative agenda. The bill aims […]

President Donald J. Trump’s first 100 days back in the White House have been nothing short of historic. After four years of open borders, weaponized government, and economic decline under Joe Biden, we now have a president that is committed to putting the American people first. In just 100 days, President Trump has done more […]

World War II ended in Europe 80 years ago, but without obtaining its stated objective. The cause of the war — the sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence of Poland — went unrealized. Poland had merely traded Nazi occupation for Russian domination. For all the high-minded conjecture about a safer, more secure world, the fate of […]

The partisan complexion of Alabama’s Congressional delegation has changed from six Republicans and one lone Democrat to five Republicans and two Democrats. This change was orchestrated by federal court decree. The federal courts plowed new ground when they ruled that Alabama’s Legislature did not have the right to draw their own congressional lines.

Dozens of Alabama farmers were in the Senate gallery Thursday to witness history as Alfa Health Plans legislation won final passage. “This is a big day for Alabama farm families!” said Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell. “With farmers facing the worst economic challenges in 40 years, passage of Alfa Health Plans legislation provides hope […]

Trump's order instructs the CPB and all executive departments and agencies to cease Federal funding for NPR and PBS.

Lt. Gov. Will Ainsworth said he is weighing the options for his political future in the Yellowhammer State.

Governor Kay Ivey today signed into law legislation creating the Alabama Development Fund, a groundbreaking initiative that will provide a sustainable, long-term funding source to power Alabama’s economic development efforts. “Today, we are taking a bold step to secure Alabama’s economic future,” Governor Ivey said. “The Alabama Development Fund will allow us to strengthen our […]

Trump told UA graduates that he believes they are going to contribute more to the future than students from more Ivy League schools.

The University of Alabama remained in national headlines this week with the arrival of President Donald J. Trump, who delivered a commencement address to graduates preparing to walk the stage this weekend. It marked just the second time in history that a sitting U.S. president has spoken on campus, and the first since President Ronald […]

As family and friends gathered in the Oval Office on Wednesday to witness Secretary of State Marco Rubio officially swear in Warren Stephens as Ambassador to the United Kingdom, another familiar face was also in attendance – U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Montgomery). While Stephens is an Arkansas native, he also has ties to the state […]

The University of Alabama welcomed a historic guest to Coleman Coliseum on Thursday evening, as President Donald J. Trump delivered a rousing address during the school’s spring commencement ceremony. Trump was introduced by none other than legendary former Crimson Tide head coach Nick Saban, who drew thunderous cheers as soon as he stepped on stage. […]

The Alabama Department Department of Transportation is continuing to assess the integrity of an I-65 overpass that was damaged Monday. The department’s Emergency Bridge Inspection Team will perform further assessments this week to determine the scope of the repair needed, according to a news release. ALDOT said it anticipates contracting for the repair.

Trump told the University of Alabama students Thursday that they are blessed to have lived and studied in "the great state of Alabama." 

The U.S. Small Business Administration is praising Donald Trump for delivering several economic wins in the first 100 days of his presidency.

On Thursday, Mercedes-Benz announced major plans to begin production of a new, forthcoming “core segment” vehicle at its Tuscaloosa plant in 2027. “Tuscaloosa has been a key hub for Mercedes-Benz vehicles for almost 30 years,” said Ola Källenius, Chairman of the Board of Management of Mercedes-Benz Group AG. “It’s a natural step to bring a […]