Tag: alabama
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Governor Ivey Sets Execution Date for Jeremy Williams
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has set the execution window for Jeremy Williams for August 13-14, 2026. The execution will be performed by lethal injection, as confirmed by the Governor's office.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsLegal Kay IveyJeremy WilliamsAlabamaExecutionLethal InjectionGovernmentCrime & JusticeAlabama Governors Office
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Social Security Administration Updates Alabama Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices. Many services are now available online, encouraging residents to manage benefits, apply for aid, and access information digitally without needing an in-person visit.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesEconomyEmployment and Labor Social Security AdministrationAlabamaOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Media Monitor: Trump-backed candidates see mixed results in Georgia, Alabama runoffs
The Washington Post reports that candidates endorsed by President Donald J Trump secured Senate runoff victories in Georgia and Alabama, though his pick for Georgia governor did not advance.
Politics and GovernmentElectionGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsRepublican Party TrumpGeorgiaAlabamaSenate runoffsGovernorElectionsPolitical EndorsementsThe Washington Post
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Birmingham Men Indicted on Methamphetamine Distribution, One Charged with Murder for Hire
Two Birmingham men, Joshua Cole Rasberry and Donald Paul Sheets, face methamphetamine distribution charges. Rasberry is also indicted for murder for hire and firearm offenses related to drug trafficking in Jefferson County, Alabama, following an FBI investigation.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentLegalFederal GovernmentSocial Issues Joshua Cole RasberryDonald Paul SheetsMethamphetamineMurder for HireBirminghamAlabamaDrug TraffickingFBI
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Governor Ivey Urges Alabamians to Vote in June 16 Primary Runoff
Governor Kay Ivey encouraged Alabamians to participate in the June 16 Primary Runoff Election. Voters will choose leaders for the state's future, with polls open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. A valid photo ID is required to cast a…
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsElectionGeneral Politics AlabamaGovernor Kay IveyPrimary Runoff ElectionVotingElectionsGovernmentCivic EngagementAlabama Governor's Office
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court blocks Alabama nitrogen gas execution
USA TODAY reports the Supreme Court has blocked Alabama's plan to execute inmate Jeffery Lee using nitrogen gas, a method a lower court found likely unconstitutional.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegal Supreme CourtAlabamaJeffery LeeExecutionNitrogen GasCapital PunishmentLawUSA TODAY
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Alabama Execution Halted by Supreme Court, Governor Ivey Vows Justice
The U.S. Supreme Court denied Alabama's request to execute Jeffery Lee by nitrogen hypoxia, though his death sentence stands. Governor Kay Ivey expressed disappointment but affirmed commitment to justice for victims Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegal Jeffery LeeAlabamaU.S. Supreme CourtDeath PenaltyNitrogen HypoxiaKay IveyMurder-RobberyGovernor
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Governor Ivey Secures $87 Million in RESTORE Act Funding for Alabama Coastal Projects
Governor Kay Ivey announced $87 million in RESTORE Act funding for Alabama's coastal restoration projects. These funds, part of a larger Gulf Coast effort, will address Deepwater Horizon oil spill impacts, enhancing wetlands, beaches, and water quality across the region.
Politics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyBusinessState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEnvironmentEconomySocial Issues AlabamaRESTORE ActDeepwater Horizon Oil SpillCoastal RestorationMobile BayDauphin IslandWetland CreationAlabama Governor's Office
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Toyota Alabama Celebrates 25 Years of Manufacturing Excellence
Toyota Alabama marks 25 years in Huntsville, growing from a $220 million investment to a $1.7 billion advanced manufacturing facility. The plant now produces nearly 1 million engines and 500,000 differentials annually, showcasing significant growth and impact.
BusinessEconomyEmployment and LaborTransportation ToyotaAlabamaHuntsvilleManufacturingEnginesDifferentialsAutomotive Industry
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Armed Career Criminal Sentenced to 15 Years for Firearm Possession
Marshall Bratcher, an Armed Career Criminal, received a 180-month prison sentence in Alabama for illegal firearm possession. His arrest followed a traffic stop where a stolen pistol was found, and he was implicated in a kidnapping.
Law EnforcementPolitics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentLegalSocial Issues Marshall BratcherFelon in PossessionFirearmLoxley Police DepartmentFBIProject Safe NeighborhoodsAlabama
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Governor Ivey Urges Alabama Families to Open Trump Accounts for Children
Governor Kay Ivey encourages Alabama families to open new tax-advantaged Trump Accounts for children, launching July 4, 2026. These accounts offer a $1,000 initial deposit for eligible children and aim to build long-term financial security.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyFinancial MarketsEducationSocial Issues Governor Kay IveyAlabamaTrump AccountsFinancial SecurityChildrenInvestmentTax-advantagedAlabama Governor's Office
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Social Security Administration Updates Alabama Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices. Residents are encouraged to use online services for reviewing information, applying for benefits, and managing accounts, often eliminating the need for an in-person visit.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationAlabamaOffice OperationsOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Alabama Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices. The agency encourages residents to utilize its comprehensive online services for various tasks, including benefit applications, account management, and information review, to avoid in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesLegalBanking Social Security AdministrationAlabamaOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Governor Ivey Appoints New District and Circuit Judges in Mobile County
Governor Kay Ivey has announced 15 new appointments, including Deborah McGowin as District Judge and Theresa Williamson as Circuit Judge in Mobile County. These judicial roles fill vacancies in the 13th Judicial Circuit.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementState GovernmentsLegalGeneral Politics AlabamaMobile CountyKay IveyJudicial AppointmentsDeborah McGowinTheresa WilliamsonJudiciaryAlabama Governor's Office
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Governor Ivey Announces Free Fishing Day for Alabamians on June 13
Governor Kay Ivey announced Alabama's annual Free Fishing Day on June 13, 2026, inviting residents and visitors to fish without a license in most public waters. This initiative promotes outdoor recreation, family time, and the state's rich fishing opportunities, including…
Politics and GovernmentSportHealthState GovernmentsEnvironmentSocial IssuesEducation Kay IveyAlabamaFree Fishing DayFishingOutdoor RecreationChris BlankenshipRed SnapperAlabama Governor's Office
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New U.S. Coast Guard Training Center Opens in Birmingham, Alabama
Secretary Mullin and Admiral Lunday inaugurated the new U.S. Coast Guard Training Center in Birmingham, Alabama. Located at the former Birmingham-Southern College, this facility represents a major investment in the Coast Guard's future, with training missions beginning in 2026.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEducationMilitary U.S. Coast GuardBirminghamAlabamaTraining CenterMarkwayne MullinKevin LundayHomeland SecurityU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court allows Alabama to use GOP-favored voting map
The Washington Post reports the Supreme Court temporarily allowed Alabama to use a redistricting map that a lower court found discriminated against Black voters and favors Republicans.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegalSocial IssuesRepublican Party AlabamaSupreme CourtRedistrictingVoting RightsRepublicansRacial DiscriminationPoliticsThe Washington Post
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Supreme Court Upholds Alabama's 2023 Congressional Map for Special Primary
Alabama's August 11 Special Primary Election will proceed with the 2023 congressional map after the U.S. Supreme Court granted a stay. Governor Kay Ivey hailed the decision as a victory for the state and its elections.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegal AlabamaU.S. Supreme Courtcongressional redistrictingSpecial Primary ElectionKay IveyAlabama LegislatureElectionsAlabama Governors Office
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Media Monitor: Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Use Contested Congressional Map
USA TODAY is reporting that the Supreme Court has permitted Alabama to use a congressional map previously found to discriminate against Black voters, reviving a GOP-drawn plan.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalElectionSocial IssuesRepublican Party Supreme CourtAlabamaCongressional MapRedistrictingVoting RightsDiscriminationUSA TODAY
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U.S. Census Bureau Launches 2026 Census Test in Alabama and South Carolina
The U.S. Census Bureau has begun its 2026 Census Test in Huntsville, Alabama, and Spartanburg, South Carolina. This initial field test evaluates innovations for the 2030 Census, aiming for an accurate national population count.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesEducation U.S. Census Bureau2026 Census Test2030 CensusHuntsvilleAlabamaSpartanburgSouth Carolina
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Governor Ivey Amends Election Proclamation Amid Congressional Map Dispute
Governor Kay Ivey amended Alabama's August 11 Special Primary Election proclamation due to a federal court ruling on congressional maps. The state awaits a U.S. Supreme Court decision, with Ivey ensuring candidates run in correct districts amidst legal uncertainty.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentLegalElection Kay IveyAlabamaSpecial Primary ElectionCongressional MapU.S. Supreme CourtFederal CourtElectionsAlabama Governors Office
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Governor Ivey Declares June Strong Families Month in Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey has proclaimed June 2026 as Strong Families Month in Alabama, highlighting the importance of two-parent households for children's development and state strength, backed by data on educational and social outcomes.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesEducationState GovernmentsGeneral Politics AlabamaGovernor Kay IveyStrong Families MonthFamiliesChild DevelopmentParentingAlabama Governor's Office
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Governor Ivey Calls Special Primary After Court Upholds Alabama Senate Map
Governor Kay Ivey celebrates a court victory for Alabama's 2021 State Senate map, calling a special primary election for Districts 25 and 26 on August 11, 2026. The previous primary results are voided as the redistricting battle continues.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsElectionLegal Governor Kay IveyAlabamaRedistrictingState Senate11th Circuit Court of AppealsSpecial Primary ElectionElectionsAlabama Governor's Office
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Governor Ivey Touts Alabama's Education Investments and Teacher Support
Governor Kay Ivey highlighted Alabama's significant education investments and teacher support during National Teacher Appreciation Month, including an 18.5% pay increase, paid parental leave, and a record education budget, emphasizing their crucial role in the state's future.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationEmployment and LaborSocial Issues Kay IveyAlabamaTeachersTeacher Appreciation MonthPay RaisesParental Leave
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Alabama Social Security Offices Update Operational Status, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices. The agency encourages residents to utilize its comprehensive online services for various tasks, including benefit applications, account management, and information review, to avoid in-person visits.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthFederal GovernmentEconomySocial IssuesLegalBanking Social Security AdministrationAlabamaOffice StatusOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Governor Ivey Encourages Alabama Small Businesses to Compete in SBA's Freedom 250 Pitch
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey is urging small businesses and entrepreneurs to enter the SBA's national "Freedom 250" Patriot Pitch Competition, offering up to $1 million in prizes. Businesses must apply by June 10, 2026, to celebrate America's 250th anniversary.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and Labor Governor Kay IveyAlabamaSmall Business AdministrationFreedom 250Pitch CompetitionEntrepreneurshipAlabama Governor's Office
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Social Security Administration Updates Alabama Office Status, Promotes Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices. Residents are encouraged to use online services for reviewing information, applying for benefits, and managing accounts, often eliminating the need for an in-person visit.
Politics and GovernmentHealthBusinessFederal GovernmentEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationAlabamaOffice OperationsOnline ServicesRetirement BenefitsDisability BenefitsMedicare
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Media Monitor: Forecasters Warn of Active Hurricane Season, Trump Convenes Cabinet Amid Iran Tensions
USA TODAY reports on warnings for the 2026 hurricane season, Trump's cabinet meeting amid Iran tensions, a chemical plant explosion, and a judge's decision on mail-in voting rules.
WeatherPolitics and GovernmentHealthSportGeneral WeatherGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentElectionLegalMedical Science Hurricane SeasonEl NiñoDonald TrumpIranMail-in VotingChemical ExplosionAlabamaUSA TODAY Daily Briefing
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Alabama Appeals Redistricting Block to Supreme Court, Amends Election Calendar
Alabama's Attorney General has filed an emergency appeal with the U.S. Supreme Court to challenge a block on the state's 2023 congressional map. Governor Kay Ivey also amended the special primary election calendar, extending a key deadline to June 3,…
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentElection AlabamaRedistrictingU.S. Supreme CourtSpecial ElectionGovernor Kay IveyAttorney General MarshallElection CalendarAlabama Governors Office
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Media Monitor: USA TODAY Reports on Texas Runoff, Alabama Redistricting, and Martin Short's Daughter's Death
USA TODAY reports on Ken Paxton's Texas Senate runoff victory, Alabama redistricting block, declining city population growth, and the death of Martin Short's daughter, Katherine Hartley Short.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentSportScience & TechnologyGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyFilm and TVEnvironmentArtificial IntelligenceSocial Issues Ken PaxtonTexasAlabamaRedistrictingMartin ShortFederal Aviation AdministrationUSA TODAY Daily Briefing