Alex Jobin

Alex Jobin is a reporter. You can reach him at [email protected].

Congress

Sen. Tuberville calls on Trump to fire Fed chair despite questionable legal authority

In a May decision, SCOTUS indicated that the president could not take such an action toward members of the Fed.

June 24, 2025

Republican budget could cost billions for Alabama, other states yet to expand Medicaid

A new report detailed how Republican budget proposals could cost non-expansion states billions, risking coverage for millions and jeopardizing health sector jobs.

June 23, 2025

Sen. Britt sponsors legislation to limit foreign investment in land near military bases

Senators introduced legislation requiring review of land near military sites, inspired by a Chinese company's attempt to buy land near an air force base.

June 20, 2025

Senate Republicans’ proposed Medicaid cuts threaten to shutter Alabama hospitals

Experts warned that proposed Medicaid cuts would leave millions without coverage, with even greater cuts now threatening Alabama hospitals.

June 19, 2025

New report ranks Alabama’s health system 42nd in the nation

The report finds that while substantial progress has been made toward increasing health care coverage for all Americans, concerning trends are on the rise.

June 18, 2025

Alabama to receive $75 million from nationwide opioid settlement with Purdue Pharma

The money is part of nearly $730 million obtained to combat the opioid crisis and support recovery efforts statewide.

June 17, 2025

Department of Environmental Management appoints new director

Edward Poolos, current deputy commissioner of the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, was appointed as the new director.

June 16, 2025

Figures, Sewell, SPLC President slam Trump over restoring Confederate military base names

Trump announced he would restore Confederate military base names, sparking criticism from SPLC President Margaret Huang and Rep. Shomari Figures.

June 13, 2025

AG’s office confirms that smokable hemp ban will go into effect July 1

The Attorney General's office confirmed Alabama's smokable hemp ban starts July 1 — possession could lead to a Class C felony charge.

June 12, 2025

Sen. Tuberville continues assault on trans athletes with new bill

Tuberville's latest bill aimed to bar trans athletes from women's sports at military academies.

June 11, 2025