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Gov. Ivey announces 31 appointments, including judgeships and Lauderdale DA

Governor Kay Ivey filled 31 vacancies across Alabama, appointing two circuit judges and a district attorney to serve the state’s judicial system.

February 23, 2026

League of Women Voters panel critique Southern prison and parole policies

Panelists discussed human costs of mass incarceration, low parole rates and prison conditions during a virtual event organized by the voting rights group.

February 20, 2026

Southern Research secures $2 million for scientific expansion projects

The organization announced plans to upgrade research equipment across multiple scientific disciplines using federal funding secured by Senator Katie Britt to support biomedical innovation.

February 20, 2026

Baldwin County 6-year-old wins Big Buck Photo Contest

First grader Cason Williams won the 14th annual Big Buck Photo Contest after harvesting an eight-point deer in Dallas County.

February 20, 2026

Home For Sale Raeal Estate Sign in Front of Beautiful New House.

January 2026 Alabama Economic and Real Estate Report

Alabama home sales saw a seasonal dip in January, yet median prices climbed 17.3 percent annually amid a steady state economy.

February 20, 2026

House committee advances expansion to seafood labeling regulations

Alabama lawmakers advance legislation mandating genetic testing and menu labels to ensure seafood is properly labeled as foreign or domestic.

February 19, 2026

Canal Road in Gulf Shores to temporarily close for bridge work

Crews will block a stretch of the Gulf Shores roadway starting Monday to install painting equipment and widen lanes for the Intracoastal Waterway project.

February 19, 2026

Gov. Ivey attends Alabama Veterans Resource Center grand opening

Gov. Kay Ivey marked the opening of a statewide hub Wednesday, aiming to connect veterans and families with essential services and support.

February 19, 2026

Vice President J.D. Vance endorses Barry Moore

Vance joined Donald Trump Wednesday in backing Moore’s Senate bid, calling the candidate a proven ally for the America First agenda.

February 19, 2026

Hundreds gather at State Capitol to demand prison reform

Families and activists gathered at the Alabama State Capitol Wednesday to honor 1,500 people who died in custody and demand systemic reform.

February 19, 2026