Elections Chad Chig Martin’s final campaign centers around uniting Alabama Chad Chig Martin’s final campaign is a grassroots effort focused on trust in government and serving the people of Alabama. Mary Claire Wooten / June 6, 2025
Reconciliation bill threatens rural health care in the state Alabama could lose billions with cuts to Medicaid, straining rural hospitals and reducing care access for vulnerable residents. Mary Claire Wooten / June 5, 2025
Campaign finance reports shed light on the race for lieutenant governor Four candidates for lieutenant governor filed campaign finance reports, revealing varied self-funding and cash contributions ahead of the 2026 election. Mary Claire Wooten / June 4, 2025
Alabama Reentry Commission releases final report The commission released its final report ahead of the group's continuation as a task force to continue monitoring progress. Mary Claire Wooten / June 3, 2025
Rep. Dale Strong declines Senate run, seeks House reelection Previously considered a contender for Tuberville's vacated seat, Strong announced he will seek a third term in the U.S. House. Mary Claire Wooten / May 30, 2025
Lawmakers review proposed parole guidelines and prison progress The Joint Prison Committee met for its quarterly meeting to discuss updates ahead of a public hearing at the end of July. Mary Claire Wooten / May 29, 2025
Sen. Tommy Tuberville announces run for governor in 2026 Tuberville will run for Alabama governor in 2026, leaving his Senate seat an open race. Mary Claire Wooten / May 28, 2025
Bureau of Pardons and Paroles board proposes scoring guideline changes The proposed scoring guidelines would add more detailed criteria and alter some point values. Mary Claire Wooten / May 27, 2025
Alabama’s Democratic delegation responds to Trump’s tax bill passing House Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" would cut safety net programs in Alabama for thousands. Mary Claire Wooten / May 23, 2025
Alabama residents challenge warrantless searches by game wardens Alabama residents are challenging a statute allowing game wardens to search private property without a warrant. Mary Claire Wooten / May 22, 2025