Alabama officials seize nearly 123,000 kratom products in statewide crackdown
Attorney General Steve Marshall and the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency announced the results.
Aderholt bill funding health, education includes millions for Alabama hospitals
A U.S. House Committee passed a bill to fund domestic spending on health and education programs, including millions for Alabama hospitals.
Alabama officials seek two-year delay to new SNAP cost-sharing requirements
The changes could eventually cost the state hundreds of millions of dollars annually if Alabama cannot reduce its payment error rate.
Britt, Tuberville lend support to pass immigration enforcement funding
Sens. Britt and Tuberville voted to pass about $70 billion in immigration enforcement funding after a marathon vote series.
Alabama’s special congressional primary fields are finally set
Candidates for Alabama's four special congressional primaries are now set after the Supreme Court allowed the state to use a GOP-friendly congressional map.
Alabama FAFSA data show thousands of seniors using waivers
More than 15,000 Alabama public high school seniors have parent or district waivers from the state's FAFSA graduation requirement.
A runoff looks likely for Alabama’s US Senate seat, but who might that include?
40% of likely Republican primary voters are still unsure who they'll back.
Alabama primaries are set for May 19 as the state awaits court action
Alabama's primary elections are still scheduled for two weeks from Tuesday.
Britt says Brown University weakened campus safety before shooting that killed Ella Cook
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt is accusing Brown University of “actively dismantling” campus safety protections.
$100K in scholarships offered for Alabama aviation, construction students
The new program awards $2,000 each to 50 students.
Montgomery war game explores future of warfare, highlights Alabama’s defense role
“We conduct wargames in an effort to simulate what conflict would look like,” Maj. Gen. Parker Wright said.
Alabama closed primary bill dies as session ends without final Senate vote
The bill would limit voter participation to party affiliation in the next election cycle.
Alabama names ‘Sweet 16’ finalists for 2026-27 Teacher of the Year
The program recognizes teachers who promote excellence in the classroom and inspire students.
Alabama lawmakers finalize $12.4 billion education budget package
The final ETF budget also includes a 2% pay raise for educators as well as a one-time bonus for retired educators.
UAB leads Alabama colleges among U.S. News graduate school rankings
UAB earns 16 graduate and specialty programs ranked in the top 20 of the U.S. News & World Report 2026.
Week in Review: Historic Session Meeting in the Capitol’s Old Statehouse Chamber
One action by the Alabama House of Representatives will definitely hold a special place in 2026.
Alabama Legislature passes PSC overhaul; governor signs sweeping utility reform into law
A sweeping rewrite of how Alabama regulates utilities is now law.
Alabama Senate committee passes education budget, one-time bonus for education retirees
More than 60000 of the 100000 retired education employees have income that places them at or below the federal poverty level.
Alabama Senate approves Ten Commandments display for public schools
The bill states that local boards could use donated funds or donated displays to comply but could not be required to spend their own money.
Alabama House approves religious instruction release time bill
The Alabama House on Tuesday passed a bill that clarifies how public school students can participate in off-campus religious instruction during school.
Alabama House passes bill reshaping faculty senates, tenure at public universities
The version that passed the House backed away from some of the more prescriptive language in the original bill.
U.S. Navy puts $30M in Alabama community colleges for submarine, shipbuilding training
The Navy projects a need for between 4000 and 5000 new maritime workers along the Alabama Gulf Coast over the next five years.
Alabama bill would loosen sick leave donation rules for K-12 employees
Under SB211, beginning with the 2027-28 school year, direct donation of sick leave would not be limited to catastrophic illness cases.
Alabama student leaders push to retain graduates, highlight in-state opportunities
Student leaders are working to convince graduates to stay in Alabama.
Alabama CHOOSE Act applications exceed 37,000 with deadline approaching
Alabama’s school voucher program has outpaced last year's total even as first-time applicants slow.
Student Retention Council outlines effort to keep more college graduates in Alabama
Alabama’s Student Retention Council is raising awareness to keep graduates in the state.
Senate approves revised school-threat bill focused on penalties and intervention
Alabama senators strengthen criminal penalties for school threats.
Alabama lawmakers head into a weeklong spring break
Lawmakers return with six legislative days remaining in the session.
Alabama bills would give neighboring school districts option to merge
House Bill 178, sponsored by House Education Budget Chairman Danny Garrett, R-Trussville, would allow contiguous city school districts to merge.
Alabama House committee advances bill reshaping faculty senates, tenure at public universities
House Bill 580, sponsored by Rep. Troy Stubbs, R-Wetumpka, would take effect Oct. 1.
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