Governor Kay Ivey called on Alabamians to vote in the June 16 primary runoff election. Polls will be open statewide from morning until evening for registered voters with photo ID. The governor emphasized civic engagement as essential for choosing future…
Shelby County offices will close on June 19 to observe Juneteenth. The holiday commemorates the end of slavery in the United States.
Shelby County has issued an addendum clarifying delivery details for its upcoming liquid copper sulfate bid. The bid opening remains set for June 23 in Columbiana, Alabama.
Of the $16.9 billion in taxes collected by Alabama in 2024, 3.6%, or $612.8 million, came from insurance premiums sales taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey of…
Governor Kay Ivey called on Alabamians to vote in the June 16 primary runoff election. The Governor’s Office emphasized participation where no candidate previously won a majority. Ivey continues her…
Five people were arrested following a narcotics raid by Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies in McCalla on June 12. Officers seized drugs including methamphetamine and prescription pills as well as a…
Senators Tommy Tuberville and Katie Britt have asked USDA officials for an urgent risk assessment regarding viruses threatening Alabama’s catfish industry. Their letter points out concerns over disease transmission through…
Two Colombian nationals received prison sentences after pleading guilty to trafficking over twenty kilograms of cocaine through Alabama highways while residing illegally in the United States. Local law enforcement coordinated…
Pay.gov will be unavailable starting at 5:00 pm ET on June 20 due to scheduled maintenance. The outage is expected to last between six and twelve hours. Users are directed…
PACER has announced new password requirements taking effect on August 17, 2026. The updated policy includes stricter rules for creating strong passwords and mandates periodic updates for all users.
A woman from Opelika has been sentenced to over eleven years for participating in a commercial sex trafficking scheme involving a minor. The sentencing follows guilty pleas from both defendants…
The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Alabama in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 was $331,137, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.
Attorney General Steve Marshall issued a statement after the U.S. Supreme Court denied Alabama’s request to execute Jeffery Lee by nitrogen hypoxia. Marshall emphasized his commitment to seeking justice for…
Senator Tommy Tuberville questioned Secretary Brooke Rollins about federal actions addressing foreign competition affecting Alabama’s agriculture sectors during a recent Senate hearing. Topics included disease prevention measures at borders and…
A Russell County man received two years in federal prison for not registering as a sex offender after moving residences. Authorities say compliance with registration laws is vital for public…
Two men from Birmingham have been indicted on federal methamphetamine distribution charges, with one also facing a murder-for-hire accusation related to incidents earlier this year in Jefferson County. The case…
Governor Kay Ivey announced $87 million in new RESTORE Act funding for multiple coastal restoration projects following approval by a regional council. The initiatives target wetland creation, water quality improvement,…
Alabama has issued a post-election proclamation concerning a constitutional amendment from its May 2026 primary. Governor Kay Ivey’s administration continues efforts aimed at improving quality of life statewide through various…
A Honduran citizen has been sentenced in Birmingham for illegally re-entering the United States after prior deportation linked with drug convictions. Authorities say this case highlights ongoing efforts against unlawful…
Governor Kay Ivey marked Women Veterans Day on June 10 by reaffirming Alabama’s commitment to veterans’ support. The announcement reflects her administration’s broader focus on quality-of-life improvements for residents statewide.
Governor Kay Ivey announced Alabama High School All-Star Week on June 10. The initiative aligns with her administration’s broader efforts to support education and community engagement across both rural and…
Attorney General Steve Marshall urged federal regulators on June 10 to monitor abortion-inducing drug mifepristone due to environmental concerns about contaminated medical waste entering U.S. waterways. A multi-state coalition seeks…
Governor Kay Ivey is urging Alabama families to open Trump Accounts for children under age eighteen starting July 4. The program provides each eligible child with $1,000 from the U.S. Treasury…
The average VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loan (IRRRL) amount in Alabama during the first quarter of fiscal year 2026 was $352,035, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs…
Senator Tommy Tuberville recognized U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Larry Thomas as June ‘Veteran of the Month.’ The honor highlights both military service during pivotal moments in history and family…
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