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Parole grant rates for the fiscal year 2026 sit at 17 percent, compared to 29 percent in November 2024
Alabama parole grant rate remains low in November report
Parole grant rates for the fiscal year 2026 sit at 17 percent, compared to 29 percent in November 2024
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December 24, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Parole grant rates for the fiscal year 2026 sit at 17 percent, compared to 29 percent in November 2024
"As Christians gather this Christmas to celebrate the birth of Jesus, it is worth asking a simple question—one that is rarely asked honestly in public life. What would Jesus think about how we conduct politics today, and how we treat our neighbor?"
Opinion | What would Jesus think of our politics and our treatment of neighbors?
A Christmas reflection asking whether faith, mercy and love of neighbor still guide our public life today in American politics.
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December 24, 2025 at 3:07 PM
"As Christians gather this Christmas to celebrate the birth of Jesus, it is worth asking a simple question—one that is rarely asked honestly in public life. What would Jesus think about how we conduct politics today, and how we treat our neighbor?"
State senators prefiled SB31 for the 2026 session, redefining the crime and significantly increasing maximum prison sentences and mandatory fines for conviction.
Prefiled bill would redefine crime of "making a terrorist threat," raise penalties
State senators prefiled SB31 for the 2026 session, redefining the crime and significantly increasing maximum prison sentences and mandatory fines for conviction.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:55 PM
State senators prefiled SB31 for the 2026 session, redefining the crime and significantly increasing maximum prison sentences and mandatory fines for conviction.
A state representative prefiled legislation requiring government entities to use “Judea and Samaria” for the region, claiming “West Bank” erases Jewish identity.
Bill would bar governments from using "West Bank" as term for Israel region
A state representative prefiled legislation requiring government entities to use "Judea and Samaria" for the region, claiming "West Bank" erases Jewish identity.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:48 PM
A state representative prefiled legislation requiring government entities to use “Judea and Samaria” for the region, claiming “West Bank” erases Jewish identity.
The funds, secured through ADECA and federal acts, addressed challenges facing vulnerable Alabamians needing help covering heating and cooling costs during extreme weather.
Gov. Ivey announces $43.8 million in low-income heating and cooling grants
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs announced Tuesday that Ivey has awarded millions in low-income home energy assistance grants.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:34 PM
The funds, secured through ADECA and federal acts, addressed challenges facing vulnerable Alabamians needing help covering heating and cooling costs during extreme weather.
A newly formed, out-of-state group has launched a costly and aggressive advertising campaign in Alabama targeting Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, coinciding with ongoing litigation involving Jackson Hospital & Clinic.
Ad blitz targets BCBS amid Jackson Hospital lawsuit
Newly formed group spends heavily on TV ads as Jackson Hospital’s bankruptcy and lawsuit against Blue Cross move forward.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:29 PM
A newly formed, out-of-state group has launched a costly and aggressive advertising campaign in Alabama targeting Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, coinciding with ongoing litigation involving Jackson Hospital & Clinic.
College students are invited to gain firsthand insight into public service and build practical skills working alongside Sewell and her staff.
Rep. Sewell accepting applications for spring 2026 internships
College students are invited to gain firsthand insight into public service and build practical skills working alongside Sewell and her staff.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:23 PM
College students are invited to gain firsthand insight into public service and build practical skills working alongside Sewell and her staff.
"At the tender age of nine, I lost my father, Doug Battle, when he was killed during a robbery. Like many children faced with sudden violence, I asked a simple question with no answer: Why did you have to kill him?"
Opinion | I lost my father to violence. Executing the wrong man won’t bring justice
Another death will not bring him back. It will only deepen my trauma and the moral cost we all share.
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December 24, 2025 at 2:07 PM
"At the tender age of nine, I lost my father, Doug Battle, when he was killed during a robbery. Like many children faced with sudden violence, I asked a simple question with no answer: Why did you have to kill him?"
The fight over censorship in Alabama's libraries and Department of Archives & History isn't stopping. #alabama #history #censorship
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December 23, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The fight over censorship in Alabama's libraries and Department of Archives & History isn't stopping. #alabama #history #censorship
This week's episode: buff.ly/hKw4xGJ
This week's episode: buff.ly/hKw4xGJ
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron suddenly ended his lieutenant governor bid Wednesday, citing a new football career opportunity.
AJ McCarron drops lieutenant governor bid for football job
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron suddenly ended his lieutenant governor bid Wednesday, citing a new football career opportunity.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron suddenly ended his lieutenant governor bid Wednesday, citing a new football career opportunity.
"Like a bad pitchman, Trump tried to sell you a worthless story and a lot of lies. No one is falling for it."
Opinion | In primetime address, Trump tried to blame everyone else for his failing economy
Like a bad pitchman, Trump tried to sell you a worthless story and a lot of lies. No one is falling for it.
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December 23, 2025 at 3:15 PM
"Like a bad pitchman, Trump tried to sell you a worthless story and a lot of lies. No one is falling for it."
Records show rising revenue, recurring losses, a powerful DIP lender, and a reimbursement lawsuit shaping Jackson Hospital’s uncertain future ahead.
Jackson Hospital finances, bankruptcy loan, BCBS lawsuit collide
Records show rising revenue, recurring losses, a powerful DIP lender, and a reimbursement lawsuit shaping Jackson Hospital’s uncertain future ahead.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:48 PM
Records show rising revenue, recurring losses, a powerful DIP lender, and a reimbursement lawsuit shaping Jackson Hospital’s uncertain future ahead.
Mercedes-Benz will pay $149 million and provide consumer relief after states found the automaker used illegal emissions software in diesel vehicles.
Alabama receives portion of multi-state Mercedes-Benz settlement
Mercedes-Benz will pay $149 million and provide consumer relief after states found the automaker used illegal emissions software in diesel vehicles.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Mercedes-Benz will pay $149 million and provide consumer relief after states found the automaker used illegal emissions software in diesel vehicles.
Legislation seeking mandatory countywide and statewide general election audits was prefiled, requiring probate judges to oversee the auditing process.
Bill to require post-election audits refiled for 2026 session
Legislation seeking mandatory countywide and statewide general election audits was prefiled, requiring probate judges to oversee the auditing process.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Legislation seeking mandatory countywide and statewide general election audits was prefiled, requiring probate judges to oversee the auditing process.
Oral semaglutide proved nearly as effective as the injectable version for treating obesity, delivering 13.7 percent average weight loss in a 64-week trial.
UAB study finds oral semaglutide effective for weight loss
Oral semaglutide proved nearly as effective as the injectable version for treating obesity, delivering 13.7 percent average weight loss in a 64-week trial.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Oral semaglutide proved nearly as effective as the injectable version for treating obesity, delivering 13.7 percent average weight loss in a 64-week trial.
Manufacture Alabama announced endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, recognizing incumbents who championed industry priorities and supported pro-manufacturing policies.
Manufacture Alabama announces Senate 2026 election cycle endorsements
Manufacture Alabama announced endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, recognizing incumbents who championed industry priorities and supported pro-manufacturing policies.
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December 23, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Manufacture Alabama announced endorsements for the 2026 election cycle, recognizing incumbents who championed industry priorities and supported pro-manufacturing policies.
"Those determined to divide the country will use anything at their disposal. Even boxes of chocolate."
Opinion | The division of chocolate
Those determined to divide the country will use anything at their disposal. Even boxes of chocolate.
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December 22, 2025 at 8:57 PM
"Those determined to divide the country will use anything at their disposal. Even boxes of chocolate."
Plaintiffs allege the Orange Beach City Council failed to provide mandatory 24-hour notice of a special called meeting.
Orange Beach faces lawsuit alleging violation of Open Meetings Act
Plaintiffs allege the Orange Beach City Council failed to provide mandatory 24-hour notice of a special called meeting.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Plaintiffs allege the Orange Beach City Council failed to provide mandatory 24-hour notice of a special called meeting.
Britt discussed ongoing healthcare negotiations and the Trump administration’s immigration policy during a recent panel.
Sen. Britt discusses federal healthcare policy, criticisms of ICE
Britt discussed ongoing healthcare negotiations and the Trump administration’s immigration policy during a recent panel.
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December 22, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Britt discussed ongoing healthcare negotiations and the Trump administration’s immigration policy during a recent panel.
Ivey named appointees to various state commissions, including new members for the Port Authority, Forestry Commission and Women’s Commission.
Gov. Ivey announces appointments to various agencies and boards
Ivey named appointees to various state commissions, including new members for the Port Authority, Forestry Commission and Women's Commission.
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December 22, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Ivey named appointees to various state commissions, including new members for the Port Authority, Forestry Commission and Women’s Commission.
Bowling launched his grassroots campaign focusing on accountability and restoring trust in state government.
JR Bowling announces candidacy for Senate District 4
Bowling launched his grassroots campaign focusing on accountability and restoring trust in state government.
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December 22, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Bowling launched his grassroots campaign focusing on accountability and restoring trust in state government.
Energy Institute CEO Clay Scofield congratulated Guntersville resident Randy Jones following the U.S. Senate vote confirming him to the Tennessee Valley Authority board.
Energy Institute praises Randy Jones' confirmation to TVA board
Energy Institute CEO Clay Scofield congratulated Guntersville resident Randy Jones following the U.S. Senate vote confirming him to the Tennessee Valley Authority board.
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December 22, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Energy Institute CEO Clay Scofield congratulated Guntersville resident Randy Jones following the U.S. Senate vote confirming him to the Tennessee Valley Authority board.
Federation leadership highlighted the Republican candidate’s background as a business owner.
Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Aaron Thomas for HD 10
Federation leadership highlighted the Republican candidate’s background as a business owner.
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December 22, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Federation leadership highlighted the Republican candidate’s background as a business owner.
Two representatives introduced a bill last Friday that would allow advanced practice providers to supervise cardiac rehabilitation, expanding care access in rural areas.
Rep. Sewell introduces bipartisan legislation to expand access to cardiac rehabilitation care
Two representatives introduced a bill last Friday that would allow advanced practice providers to supervise cardiac rehabilitation, expanding care access in rural areas.
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December 22, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Two representatives introduced a bill last Friday that would allow advanced practice providers to supervise cardiac rehabilitation, expanding care access in rural areas.
Citing tragic 2024 statistics, ALDOT suspended temporary lane closures on interstate routes to prioritize safety during the upcoming Christmas and New Year travel season.
ALDOT announces no temporary lane closures for holiday travel
Citing tragic 2024 statistics, ALDOT suspended temporary lane closures on interstate routes to prioritize safety during the upcoming Christmas and New Year travel season.
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December 22, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Citing tragic 2024 statistics, ALDOT suspended temporary lane closures on interstate routes to prioritize safety during the upcoming Christmas and New Year travel season.