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Mother of Aniah Blanchard endorses Pamela Casey for Attorney General

Angela Harris cited Casey’s courtroom experience and advocacy for victims as she backed the district attorney in next week’s Republican primary.

May 15, 2026

Experts warn of uncertain future as SNAP cuts begin to take effect: “there is no backup plan”

With 50,000 Alabamians already off SNAP, food banks reported rising demand as advocates warned the state faced deeper cuts and no safety net.

May 14, 2026

Rodney Walker outlines infrastructure platform ahead of US Senate primary

The Alabama Republican pitched road, port, hospital and energy upgrades as practical fixes to support growth ahead of the May 19 primary.

May 13, 2026

Alabama Arise slams GOP-led redistricting effort following Special Legislative Session

The group said lawmakers revived maps once ruled discriminatory, risking Black voting power and sowing confusion just days before Alabama’s primary.

May 12, 2026

AFGE endorses slate of candidates in Alabama’s midterm elections

The union backed four Alabama Democrats, including one in a contested primary, citing records on labor, economic empowerment and public service.

May 11, 2026

Senate candidate Dakarai Larriett attacks primary opponent over Republican voting record

Larriett escalated the Democratic primary fight, citing Kyle Sweetser’s past Trump votes and Republican ties as disqualifying ahead of the May 19 contest.

May 8, 2026

State Rep. Juandalynn Givan touts legislative experience, criticizes opponents in District 60 race

The Birmingham Democrat defended her 16-year record, prioritized voting rights and public safety, and argued her challengers lacked the experience to serve District 60.

May 7, 2026

Sen. Britt signs onto extension of Terrorism Risk Insurance Act

The bipartisan measure aims to preserve a post-9/11 insurance backstop, with supporters saying it helped steady markets and protect development.

May 6, 2026

Jim Zeigler drops out of PSC debate over League of Women Voters redistricting stance

Jim Zeigler withdrew from a League of Women Voters forum after the group criticized Alabama’s redistricting push and defended Black representation.

May 5, 2026

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Arise celebrates 60-day grocery tax holiday, calls for permanent repeal

The group said the temporary tax break eased pressure on families and renewed its push for a lasting change without hurting school funding.

May 4, 2026