The University of Alabama announced Friday its decision to name Myron Pope, an Alabama native and graduate from the Capstone, vice president for student life. The decision to hire Pope, which will take effect on May 4, was praised by University of Alabama President Stuart Bell. “As an alumnus of the University, Dr. Pope brings […]

The Alabama Workforce Council (AWC) submitted its annual report to Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama state legislature on Friday. With Alabama’s unemployment level experiencing record lows, the report remained largely positive. The highlights of what the council accomplished over the last year include establishing the Alabama Office of Apprenticeship and helping nonprofits secure $6.4 […]

During an interview with Fox News Channel’s Geraldo Rivera, host of the “Roadkill” podcast, President Donald Trump praised his current U.S. Attorney General, William Barr. However, when asked by Rivera what life would have been like if he had initially chosen Barr instead of Jeff Sessions, Barr’s predecessor, at the beginning of his presidency, Trump […]

Elaine J. Fincannon has been appointed as the deputy director of the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA).

Governor Kay Ivey on Friday formally signed Executive Order 719, which formed her "Study Group for Gambling Policy."

A bill passed by the Alabama Senate on Thursday aims to stop Alabama pet owners from leaving their companions in hot cars. The legislation was sponsored by Senator Jimmy Holley (R-Elba) and passed through the legislature’s upper chamber 33-0. “I’m blessed to have a district with so many people who love their pets, especially their […]

A new Gallup poll has shown that a record 61 percent of Americans think that they’re better off now than they were in 2017

State Rep. Rolanda Hollis filed a bill that would require local boards of education to provide feminine hygiene products in female restrooms at schools...

A Geneva man and his family are reportedly using their land to show support for President Donald Trump in the upcoming November election by cutting “Vote Trump” into a field behind their home. “I just believed in him and thought he was the man for the job,” farmer Dan Fain told WTVY. “I’m trying to […]

An Alabama Senate committee has voted down a proposal to give payday lending customers longer to repay their loans. Lawmakers voted 6-8 against the bill that would give borrowers 30 days to repay a loan instead of as little as 10 days.

The University of Alabama’s 2020 A-Day Game will be played April 18, with a 1:00 p.m. kickoff at Byrant-Denny Stadium. The event is sponsored by Golden Flake. Due to construction, the capacity of Bryant Denny on the day of the game will be 30,000 – 35,000. Fans not getting a seat will be able to […]

The Alabama Senate on Thursday confirmed Auburn University Trustees James Pratt, Clark Sahlie and BT Roberts to each serve another term on the board.

State Rep. Ginny Shaver (R-Leesburg) on Thursday filed a “born-alive” bill that would be known as "Gianna's Law" and safegaurd against infanticide.

Austal USA delivered its 11th littoral combat ship (LCS) to the U.S. Navy on Wednesday. The future USS Kansas City is the first LCS to be delivered this year. “It’s a testament to the work our team does to provide highly capable and affordable ships on-time and on-budget,” said Austal USA President Craig Perciavalle. “What’s also […]

State Rep. Rolanda Hollis has filed a bill that would mandate every Alabama man to undergo a vasectomy within one month of his 50th birthday or...

Thursday, Club for Growth Action, the federal super PAC associated with the Washington, D.C.- based Club for Growth, released a poll conducted on its behalf by WPA Intelligence of likely Republican primary voters that found former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions leading former Auburn football coach Tommy Tuberville in the contest for the GOP’s U.S. […]

Congressman Mo Brooks (R-Huntsville) has announced his support for legislation from U.S. Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) and Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) that supports President Donald Trump’s efforts to combat so-called green-light sanctuary laws. According to a press release, “H.R. 5862, The Stop Greenlighting Driver Licenses for Illegal Immigrants Act, withholds certain federal grants for states […]

Jerry Carl, a candidate for Congress in Alabama’s First Congressional District, released his third television ad of the 2020 Republican primary cycle.

The Republican Secretaries of State Committee announced that Alabama Secretary of State John Merrill has been elected to serve as its chair for 2020.

The Alabama House of Representatives on Thursday passed a bill that would add law enforcement officers as a protected class in the state hate crime statute.

Former U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions’ campaign to reclaim the U.S. Senate seat he occupied for 20 years released an immigration-focused ad on Thursday. The 30-second spot showcases Sessions’ legendarily tough stance on foreign citizens entering America illegally. “Far too many people say they want to do something about fixing the border, but have no […]

Barry Moore’s campaign for Congress released a new ad Wednesday that showcases the candidate’s military service and his endorsements by four veterans in Alabama’s Second Congressional District. The 30-second spot begins with images of Moore in uniform and as he intones, “As the only veteran in this race, I understand the importance of veterans to […]

Alabama Senate President Pro Tem Del Marsh discussed the prospects of gaming expansion passing the legislature this session, including a lottery bill.

Both of Alabama’s senators affirmed their support for Anna Manasco as they introduced her to the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday to begin her confirmation process. Manasco is President Donald Trump’s nominee for the open seat on the bench in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. Manasco is a partner in […]