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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

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

Alabama Democratic Party appoints William Bell as interim Jefferson Co. chair

State party leaders named former Birmingham Mayor William Bell to the post after a committee invalidated a disputed special election.

February 19, 2026

Stadthagen steps down as majority leader after caucus tensions

Representative Scott Stadthagen resigned his leadership post Wednesday to seek the state party chairmanship following internal friction over a leaked recording.

Bill Britt

February 18, 2026

Montgomery officials criticize bill to allow state takeovers of understaffed police departments

“For us, allowing the state to override local officials is a bridge too far,” Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed said.

Chance Phillips

February 18, 2026

Alabama Personnel Department Team and ADOW to host second annual state agency job fair

Alabama officials will host a job fair Thursday in Montgomery to recruit workers for several agencies after last year's event drew 1,200 applicants.

February 18, 2026

Alabama’s Talent Triad wins national award for workforce innovation

National honors recognized Alabama’s first-of-its-kind platform designed to connect employers and job seekers through a shared, data-driven skills framework.

February 18, 2026

A college football at the goal line on a grass field

Opinion

Growing is the purpose: keeping education first in high school sports

As youth sports became a multibillion-dollar industry, the AHSAA prioritized an educational mission that focused on student character over college scholarships.

Heath Harmon

February 18, 2026

Commission hears debate on proposed toxicity standards updates

The Alabama Environmental Management Commission heard from environmental advocates and industry leaders about the proposed rule changes.

Mary Claire Wooten

February 17, 2026

Gov. Ivey encourages Alabamians to take advantage of Severe Weather Preparedness Tax Holiday

Governor Kay Ivey urged Alabamians to stock up on tax-free emergency supplies from February 20-22 ahead of the upcoming tornado season.

Alex Jobin

February 16, 2026