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Alabama GOP attorney general primary turns costly, bitter and unsettled

Millions have been spent and attacks are intensifying, but most Republican voters remain undecided. Will that leave an opening for a quieter candidate?
April 29, 2026

Houses passes bill intended to improve use of economic incentives

The Alabama House of Representatives passed the Alabama Incentives Modernization Act on Thursday to improve the way that the state uses economic incentives. More specifically, this bill would add new tools for the attraction and expansion of businesses in rural Alabama as well as in federally designated Opportunity Zones. It also targets attracting technology companies. … Continued
May 20, 2019

Speculation swirls around new Birmingham Water Works Board

By Bill Britt Alabama Political Reporter For several years, lawmakers from Birmingham, Jefferson and surrounding counties have engaged in a turf war to reform the Birmingham Waterworks Board (BWWB). Even now, as the much sought after reforms have become law, as of January 1, 2017, the fight to maintain the status quo continues in backrooms … Continued
January 3, 2017

Standridge Comments on Governor’s Broadband Announcement

By Brandon Moseley Alabama Political Reporter On Thursday, October 22 State Representative David Standridge (R from Hayden) who is Chairman of the House Rural Caucus commented on Governor Robert Bentley’s broadband announcement earlier this week. Rep. Standridge said, “I am pleased to learn of the governor’s recent statement of support for statewide broadband. Having accessible … Continued
October 27, 2015

Mayors Endorse DeMarco

By Brandon Moseley  Alabama Political Reporter Sixth District Congressional Candidate state Representative Paul DeMarco (R) from Homewood announced more support for his quest to become Alabama’s newest Congressman.  More than twenty Sixth Congressional District mayors have publicly announced their support for the Homewood attorney and State legislator. Hoover Mayor, Gary Ivey said, “DeMarco’s commitment to … Continued
July 10, 2014