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Legislation that would allow tenured professors in the state’s public universities to be terminated, with the exception of the University of Alabama (UA) and Auburn University, passed the Alabama House of Representatives on Tuesday.

Brenda Barnes, the sister of a police officer murdered in the line of duty, fired back at a Washington, D.C. special interest group on Monday for exploiting her brother’s death.

Brent Comer announced recently that he is running as a Republican for State Senate District 28, pledging to bring strong conservative values, and a commitment to rural communities across the district. 

The PAC gave its full support to Bradford’s campaign, citing her extensive experience both as a teacher and a retired Air Force officer.

Rick Pate, Pat Bishop, Stewart Tankersley, Nicole Wadsworth and John Wahl were in attendance at the forum event hosted by the College Republican chapter at the University of Alabama.

U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) holds a 31%-26% lead over Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate. 

Former Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) chairman John Wahl launched his first television ad on Tuesday.

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall responded Wednesday to newly released ads against him in his run for U.S. Senate.

Late Tuesday, U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) and National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) chairman U.S. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) announced they had endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) in Alabama's contested open U.S. Senate Race.

The Alabama Freedom Fund began running ads on Wednesday touting President Donald Trump’s endorsement of U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) and reminding voters about Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall’s past as a Democrat.

Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall said he hasn’t made an official endorsement in the Baldwin County Sheriff’s race, but he was able to see what Sheriff Anthony Lowery has done since being appointed sheriff by Gov. Kay Ivey and Marshall said he is impressed.

The Lee County Farmers Federation endorsed Cam Hunt for Lee County Sheriff on Friday.

Could U.S. Rep. Gary Palmer (R-Hoover) lose his seat to a Democrat?

Out-of-state gambling interests are investing heavily in Alabama for the 2026 election cycle, with candidates receiving funds through various political action committees (PACs).

Several Republican Lieutenant Governor candidates joined the Eastern Shore Republican Women for a luncheon and political forum.

The race for State Senate District 34 is heating up with claims of dark money and nefarious push polling.

In her bid to become Alabama’s next attorney general, Katherine Robertson has now secured the endorsement of Madison County Sheriff Kevin Turner.

Over a dozen candidates for various offices attended a candidate showcase Tuesday at Meyer Civic Center in Gulf Shores.

The Alabama Grocers Association endorsed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) for U.S. Senate on Tuesday.

Monday on Fox Business Network's "The Evening Edit," U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) criticized former President Joe Biden for his lack of leadership when it came to Iran.

Former Trump official and Tuberville staffer Morgan Murphy announced on Monday that he is leaving the U.S. Senate race and redirecting his efforts towards flipping one of Alabama’s two House seats occupied by a Democrat.  

Turning Point Action has added U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise) to its growing list of endorsements as he vies for the U.S. Senate seat being left open by U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn).

Trump's endorsement could heavily sway the odds toward one candidate or the other, and could even end the race entirely if the other were to drop out.

Mobile County businessman Doug Harwell is challenging former State Sen. Rusty Glover (R-Semmes) for the Alabama Senate District 34 Republican nomination.

On Saturday morning, members of the Alabama Republican Party (ALGOP) executive committee elected State Rep. Scott Stadthagen (R-Hartselle) as the new state party chairman following John Wahl’s recent resignation. 

A former State Senator and a local businessman are running for Alabama Senate District 34 after State Sen. Jack Williams (R-Wilmer) announced he is running for Agriculture Commissioner.

Morgan County Republican Party chairman Julie Clausen questioned whether Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen is complying with a residency requirement to reside in Montgomery while serving as Secretary of State.