The end of the 40-year contract
With little fanfare, lawmakers passed legislation that ends a practice that has been deemed an illegal scam in other states.
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Clay Thomas announces run for district judge
Thomas is looking serve as a district judge for Alabama’s 37th Judicial Circuit, which covers Lee County.
May 12, 2023
Mobile physician becomes new president of Medical Association
George Koulianos of Mobile was sworn in as the new president of the Medical Association of the State of Alabama.
May 12, 2023
Republican bill would allow women to be charged with murder for undergoing abortions
Republican officials said last year that they would not pursue criminal cases against women, but would instead focus on providers.
Smitherman: PRICE Act takes money from needy students
A Senate committee gave the "school choice" bill a favorable report, but lawmakers warned that it faces a tough road to a vote.
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See recent posts“The Game Plan” allows Alabama to lead the Southeast in economic development
Alabama now has a secure path to lead the Southeast in economic development.
U.S. Sen. Katie Britt: Mental health must be top priority
Britt noted the staggering, rising rates of depression and suicide among America’s teenagers.
May 11, 2023
Alabama House passes Brownfield development bill
The bill provides liability protections and creates redevelopment districts that allow for environmental cleanup efforts.
May 11, 2023
Poll shows Montgomery Mayor Steven Reed with commanding lead
The poll, which was released by the Reed campaign, shows the mayor with a 2.5-to-1 lead over his nearest competitor.
Bill allowing AG to hide witness contracts passes the House
The bill would also alter the law concerning election challenges and give the Legislature the authority to build a new Statehouse.