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Gov. Kay Ivey State of the State. Alabama News
Ivey details proposed bills in ‘Game Plan’ to expand tax abatements, government funds for specific corporations

On Monday, Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey revealed more details of her economic incentive “Game Plan,” specifying the actions she wants the Legislature to take this spring.

Free Speech Zone Alabama News
Matt Clark: Trump’s arraignment and UAH’s speech code

Two very significant events happened this week: Donald Trump was arraigned in New York City, and the University of Alabama at Huntsville (UAH) substantially revised its speech code.

Transgender athletics Alabama News
State Rep. Dubose files bill to prevent men from competing in women's college sports

House Bill 261 would require all public two-year and four-year institutions of higher education to prohibit biological males from participating in athletic teams or sports designated for females, and vice versa.

Mobile from Mobile Chamber website. Alabama News
Mobile city officials say former councilman Jones' comments are 'mischaracterization' of efforts; AltaPointe speaks on abuse investigations

Mobile Mayor Sandy Stimpson and City Council president CJ Small released a joint statement Thursday following allegations made by former city councilman Scott Jones.

Dilferspringgame Alabama News
UAB's defense turns the Blazers spring game into a rout on Thursday night

UAB's defense comes up with five second half interceptions in the UAB spring game on Thursday night at Protective Stadium.

Garlan Gudger Jr. Alabama News
State Sen. Gudger to carry Ivey's Enhancing Transparency Act to track economic incentives

As chairman of economic development in the State Senate, Sen Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman) said he has been asked to carry the Enhancing Transparency Act, which is one of the four bills proposed in Gov. Kay Ivey’s “Game Plan.”

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Report: Another Norfolk Southern train derails in Alabama

At least two Norfolk Southern trains have derailed in Alabama as the train company faces national scrutiny for its handling of a derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, which resulted in over a million pounds of toxic chemicals potentially being spilled.

Gordon Persons Building Alabama News
Alabama Department of Education considering spending $200K on artwork

The Alabama State Department of Education is thinking about spending $200,000 to commission a piece of artwork in the department’s Gordon Persons building in Montgomery.

Fentanyl Alabama News
Widely lauded fentanyl bill passes Alabama Senate, goes to Gov. Kay Ivey's desk for signature

House Bill 1 by State Rep. Matt Simpson (R-Daphne), which adds trafficking fentanyl to the list of substances subject to mandatory minimum sentences in Alabama, has passed the Alabama Senate and will go to Gov. Kay Ivey who plans to speedily sign it.

Scott Jones Alabama News
Exclusive — Fmr Mobile councilman Jones: 'No second thoughts' about resignation — 'Not going to live in a snake pit and a dirty diaper'

Former Mobile City Councilman Scott Jones is leaving the city of Mobile after resigning from the council Tuesday morning. While he said during the public meeting he was leaving because of the city’s support for AltaPointe Health, despite numerous complaints of abuse, Jones told 1819 News there is more to the story. In fact, he said, “I am not going to live in a snake pit and a dirty diaper.”

Perry County Commission's Albert Turner Jr. Alabama News
Ballot fraud case against Perry County Commission chairman dismissed

Perry County Circuit Judge Marvin Wiggins dismissed a ballot fraud case against Perry County Commission Chairman Albert Turner Jr. on Thursday.

Edwards Bell Tower Birmingham Southern College Alabama News
Birmingham-Southern decides to remain open for fall semester as legislators consider giving a loan after being bearish on bailout

Financially distraught Birmingham Southern College (BSC) is staying open after its board unanimously voted not to close its doors Wednesday night, despite failing to obtain a bailout from taxpayers. 

Vbccpropst Alabama News
Conference USA men's and women's basketball tournament moves to Huntsville for the next two seasons

Propst Arena at the VBCC in Huntsville will be the host site for the Conference USA Men's and Women's Basketball Championships in 2024 and 2025.

1819 Erica Alabama News
Erica Thomas talks the Baldwin Bridge Company civil litigation on FM Talk 1065

Listen to 1819 News Editor-at-Large Erica Thomas on "Midday Mobile" with Sean Sullivan as they discuss the Baldwin Bridge Company civil litigation against ALDOT.

Bogie Alabama News
Justin Bogie talks the governor's supplemental Education Trust Fund budget on FM Talk 1065

Listen to 1819 News Fiscal and Budget Reporter Justin Bogie on "Midday Mobile" with Sean Sullivan as they discuss the strange items in the governor's supplemental Education Trust Fund budget, including money for a waterpark, an airport and a World Games bailout.

Greg Reed, Nathaniel Ledbetter Alabama News
House Speaker Ledbetter skeptical of full school choice in Alabama — 'We've got to be mindful of the budgeting process'

Full school choice in 2023 seems to be a shaky option for Alabama lawmakers, according to House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter (R-Rainsville) and Senate Pro Tem. Greg Reed (R-Jasper).

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Jeff Poor talks proposed legislation on cell phones and vaping on ‘Morning News with JT’ on NewsRadio 105.5 WERC

Listen to 1819 News Executive Editor Jeff Poor on iHeart Radio with JT as they discuss proposed legislation to outlaw holding a cell phone in one's hand while driving and proposed legislation to outlaw smoking or vaping in one's automobile if kids 14 and under are present.

Elliott Alabama News
State Sen. Elliott files bill to 'streamline' occupational licensing in Alabama; Secretary of State not fully on board

A bipartisan bill to reform occupational licensing in the state has been filed by State Sen. Chris Elliott (R-Josephine), who says the way Alabama has been handling licensing has cost people entry into the labor force.

tax cut Alabama News
Two bills to cut state taxes at lowest and highest brackets pass House committee

Two bills offering tax cuts to Alabamians passed through the House Ways and Means Committee on Wednesday.

Abortion Pills Alabama News
Alabama Center for Law and Liberty, API push back against Biden's efforts to force organizations to cover abortion-inducing drugs despite moral objections

The Alabama Center for Law and Liberty filed a comment on Monday opposing the Biden administration’s suggested repeal of a rule protecting companies with moral objections to abortion-inducing drugs.

Lady Justice Alabama News
Allen Keller: Lady Justice, Mother Democracy

We can resurrect these tattered maidens of democracy and justice, worn though they are. All it takes is a long, truthful look in a mirror that isn’t faulty … and a willingness to make some very tough admissions.

Photo credit: Jamie Holt/Auburn Athletics Alabama News
Bryson Ware on Golden Spikes Award Midseason Watchlist; Auburn prepares for Texas A&M

Bryson Ware has been one of Auburn's top weapons at the plate this season, and now he is receiving some recognition for it. USA Baseball announced on Wednesday that Ware has been named to theGolden Spikes Award Midseason Watchlist. The watchlist includes 45 of the nation's best college and high school baseball players, and Ware is the sixth Tiger to be named to the list since 2016.

Dilfertrent Alabama News
UAB Spring Game will kick off on Thursday night at Protective Stadium

The UAB spring football game will take place on Thursday night at Protective Stadium.

AL House of Rep Kiel Jamie Facebook Alabama News
State Rep. Kiel proposes Pregnancy Resource Act to offer income tax credit for pregnancy center donations

House Bill 208 (HB208), sponsored by State Rep. Jamie Kiel, seeks to offer state tax credits to individuals and businesses that make voluntary cash contributions to an eligible pregnancy center or residential maternity facility.

Gudger and Wood Alabama News
State Rep. Wood, State Sen. Gudger: Passing health care visitation bill is 'very personal' — 'I believe everyone has their own story to tell'

A bill addressing hospital and nursing home visitation rights passed committee in the Alabama House of Representatives Wednesday after having already cleared the State Senate. State Rep. Debbie Wood (R-Valley) and State Sen. Garlan Gudger Jr. (R-Cullman) sponsored the bill in their respective chambers due to their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic when families were often barred from visiting their loved ones at medical facilities.

Scott Harris Alabama News
Givhan legislation would give governor authority to appoint State Health Officer, require governor approval for 'an emergency rule'

Legislation that would make Alabama’s State Health Officer appointed by the Governor rather than the State Committee of Public Health was filed on Wednesday.

CITY OF MOBILE Alabama News
Mobile looks at annexation to grow population, revenue while preserving black majority

The analysis of four annexation plans for the city of Mobile is complete and the results show the city would accomplish four goals that leadership wants to accomplish if any of the plans are approved. However, some black community members who have lived in the city for decades, say, "no way" and they want a different kind of change.

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