Alabama Senate Votes to Toughen State Ethics Law
The Alabama Senate has passed a bill to toughen the state ethics law, but it went far beyond what the Senate’s Republican leader had proposed.
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Alabama Senate to Consider State Retiree Bonus
A state Senate committee is slated to consider legislation giving a one-time pension bonus to retired state employees.
Ala. Trying to Bring Adventure Sports to State Parks
Alabama is trying to liven up its state parks with adventure sports.
Montgomery Co. School Board Members Argue Over Unexpected Vote
Montgomery County school board members get into a heated argument after a vote to purchase land didn’t go the way some board members wanted.
Holmes Wins House District 31 Special Election
The former chairman of the Elmore County Republican Executive Committee, Mike Holmes, has won the Republican runoff in Alabama House District 31 and will be joining the Legislature.
Montgomery Public Safety Committee To Study Nightclub Safety Improvements
After recent shootings at nightclubs, the city of Montgomery’s public safety committee is considering allowing off-duty police officers to provide nightclub security — but some city leaders say that’s not a good idea.
Push To Cap Payday Loan Rates
Payday and title loan shops are some of the fastest growing businesses in the nation.
But some lawmakers are worried that these loans are keeping Alabamians in poverty.
New Title Sponsor for LPGA Classic in Prattville
The LPGA Classic is returning to Prattville with a new title sponsor.
House GOP Pushes Worker Training Program
Alabama House Republicans are pushing for the expansion of a program that lets high school students take job training classes at two-year colleges.
High Blood Pressure Could Impact Global Health
A world-wide team of experts claim high blood pressure could be just as devastating to global health as HIV.
