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Robertson’s AG win gives both sides of the Iron Bowl something to cheer

Before Katherine Robertson became the first woman elected Alabama attorney general, she was a political science student at Auburn University and a law student at the University of Alabama. Both sides of the Iron Bowl rivalry now count the state’s next chief law enforcement officer among their graduates. Robertson defeated Democrat Jeff McLaughlin in last […] The post Robertson’s AG win gives both sides of the Iron Bowl something to cheer appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 17h

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The Map Was Supposed to Deliver. The Voters Did Not.

Alabama Republicans spent years litigating, redistricting, and assuring their base that Congressional District 2 could be engineered into a reliable Republican seat. After the Supreme Court’s Louisiana v. Callais decision cleared the way, the legislature moved quickly in a special session. The resulting map reduced the Black Voting Age Population in CD2 from roughly 47-48% to about 40% and was projected as a Trump +14 district. President Trump endorsed State Rep. Rhett Marques of Enterprise. National and state Republican groups spent millions. The race was widely treated as a pickup.

Alabama · 4d
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Alabama election results put redistricting debate in focus

MOBILE, Ala. (NBC 15) — MOBILE, Ala. - Redistricting has sparked debate across the country, raising questions about voting rights and whether Black voters will have a fair opportunity to elect representatives of their choice. In Alabama, those questions came into focus after changes to the state's congressional map...

Alabama · 3d
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AL: $9.3 Million in Growing Alabama Awards Will Improve Industrial Sites in 5 Communities

Five industrial sites across Alabama will soon be improved to better attract quality jobs thanks to more than $9.3 million in new funding, Governor Kay Ivey announced recently. The awards are part of the Growing Alabama Tax Credit program, which uses private dollars to improve publicly owned sites for economic development. Donors receive a tax credit equal to the value of their contributions to approved economic development organizations.

Alabama · 1d
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Katherine Robertson makes history as Alabama’s first woman Attorney General

WIREGRASS, Ala. (WDHN)— A campaign that started with a promise to fight for Alabama has ended with a historic election victory. Katherine Robertson is making history as the first woman elected as the state’s attorney general. She will soon take the reins of the call, following her victory over Democratic nominee Jeff McLaughlin. Before being […]

Alabama · 11h

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Alabama to test speed cameras along I-65 construction zone in Chilton County

CHILTON COUNTY, Ala. — Drivers speeding through an Alabama construction zone could soon face a $250 civil fine as the state tests new cameras designed to slow traffic and protect construction workers. The first camera is expected to be used near the Walnut Creek Bridge replacement project along Interstate...

Chilton County, AL · 13h

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Veterans Voices: Life After Service | Nov. 9, 2026 | News 19 at 6 p.m.

Join News 19's Peyton Newman on Wednesday for an hour-long special honoring veterans across North Alabama. This program highlights the stories of service members, discusses critical issues veterans face, and features an exclusive interview with Medal of Honor recipient Mike Rose, exploring his incredible journey and the challenges of life after service. Tune in this Veterans Day.

Alabama · 12h

The Hill

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Opinion: Alabama ended judicial override. Will it spare the prisoners left behind?

No one else should go to their death in Alabama because a single person thought they knew better than a group of 12 jurors.

Alabama · 21h

WBKO

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Kroger offers 10% Veterans Day discount to veterans and military families

Kroger is offering a 10% in-store Veterans Day discount to veterans, active military personnel and their dependents. The discount applies at 92 Nashville Division stores in Middle Tennessee, East Tennessee, southern Kentucky and north Alabama. The discount is available Wednesday, Nov. 11, with a valid military ID and a Kroger...

Kentucky · 18h

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Pate requests federal fuel relief for Alabama loggers

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate has formally requested that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) allow loggers to participate in the already approved $8 billion Harvest Fuel Relief (HFR) Program to help offset rising fuel costs and provide relief to Alabama’s logging industry.

Alabama · 1d

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Tuberville’s promises and the races that reshaped Alabama politics

This week on The Voice of Alabama Politics, Bill Britt, Susan Britt and Josh Moon look at what Tommy Tuberville promised on election night and how he might pay for it. Can Alabama cut income and grocery taxes while widening I-65 and keeping rural hospitals open?. The panel also asks...

Alabama · 23h

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Sen. Keith Kelly: Protecting Medicare Advantage is about protecting Alabama seniors

In Alabama, we believe in keeping our word. When someone works hard, pays their taxes, raises a family, and contributes to their community for decades, they ought to be able to count on the commitments made to them. That principle is especially important when it comes to healthcare for our...

Alabama · 23h

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Tracie West wins third term in Alabama’s State Board of Education District 2

DOTHAN, Ala. (WDHN) — The future of education was on the ballot this election season and voters have decided they want Tracie West to continue helping shape that future. West defeated Democratic challenger, Jamie McCurry, receiving more than 115,000 votes. It's a victory that secures her third term representing...

Alabama · 11h

Yellowhammer News

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From last to leading: Governor Ivey marks decade that took Alabama broadband from 25% to 90% coverage

Governor Kay Ivey on Monday at the State Capitol joined legislative leaders, Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Director Kenneth Boswell and the internet service providers and utilities building Alabama’s broadband capability to celebrate a decade of progress that has moved Alabama from near the bottom of the nation in broadband availability to […] The post From last to leading: Governor Ivey marks decade that took Alabama broadband from 25% to 90% coverage appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 14h

256 Today

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Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’

Alabama House Minority Leader Anthony Daniels isn’t calling Madison County purple anymore. “No, it’s definitely not purple. It is a blue county,” Daniels said in an interview following Tuesday’s election, […] The post Minority Leader Daniels: ‘I don’t think you’ll see Madison County go back Republican again’ appeared first on 256 Today .

Madison County, AL · 22h

Yellowhammer News

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Alabama farmers celebrate election wins, prepare to work with leaders

Alabama Farmers Federation members celebrated FarmPAC victories Tuesday night while vowing to stay engaged with elected officials to strengthen agriculture, forestry and rural Alabama. “Although national races reflected a shift toward more liberal candidates, the majority of Alabama voters affirmed their support for common sense, smaller government and conservative values,” said Federation President Jimmy Parnell. […] The post Alabama farmers celebrate election wins, prepare to work with leaders appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 1d

Yellowhammer News

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Alabama business claims major victories in 2026 general election

The Business Council of Alabama (BCA) and its political arm, WorkPAC (formerly ProgressPAC), are celebrating a successful 2026 election cycle, with 122 of the 127 candidates supported by the organization, or 96%, securing victories in Tuesday’s general election. From statewide constitutional offices to competitive legislative races, BCA-supported candidates delivered decisive results across Alabama, reinforcing the […] The post Alabama business claims major victories in 2026 general election appeared first on Yellowhammer News .

Alabama · 1d

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OpinionAlabama voters took a big step towards better government last week

A curious thing happened last Tuesday in Alabama—a whole bunch of people voted a straight Democratic ticket. And I mean a whole, whole bunch more than usual. In 2022, about 300,000 Alabama voters submitted a ballot with the little bubble for the Alabama Democratic Party filled in. A week ago, about 550,000 voters did that.

Alabama · 23h

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Landry, other governors petition EPA to waive fuel standard requirements in effort to lower gas prices

BATON ROUGE — Gov. Jeff Landry, alongside the governors of Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas and Texas, is petitioning the Environmental Protection Agency to waive the Renewable Fuel Standard volume requirements for 2027, saying it will help lower gas prices. Landry and the other governors say that the RFS requirements, which...

Louisiana · 18h

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The Entrepreneurial Community Editorial: Making Divided Government Work

With Democrats poised to control Congress and Republicans holding the White House, America faces a choice: make divided government work, or endure another season of political warfare.

Tuscaloosa, AL · 19h