From the West Alabama Newsroom– Big news coming out of Dallas County tonight regarding Campaign 2026. Action 8 News has learned that Sheriff Mike Granthum — will not seek reelection this year. After two terms in office — Dallas County Sheriff Mike Granthum — has decided to retire. He says it was a bitter-sweet decision — that wasn’t made lightly….
Republican U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville filed paperwork Monday to officially enter the 2026 race for Alabama governor.
Qualifying is underway for candidates wishing to run in Alabama’s Democratic and Republican primaries. We have already seen a surprise involving State Auditor Andrew Sorrell.
State Representative Phillip Ensler of Montgomery has become the first Democrat to enter the race for lieutenant governor.
On Wednesday, McCarron released a statement saying he has decided to accept a new career opportunity in football.
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones, the last Democrat to hold statewide office in Alabama, has kicked off his campaign for governor.
Political Analyst Steve Flowers outlines what to expect in the 2026 elections, including the chances that gambling could be put on the November ballot.
Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones has entered the race for Alabama governor.
Former Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron has announced that he’s entering the Republican race for lieutenant governor in next year’s elections.
Our political analyst Steve Flowers is sharing his insight into what he believes will be some of the most competitive races in Campaign 2026.
