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Alabama Governor Kay Ivey Commutes Toforest Johnson's Death Sentence to Life Without Parole
Governor Kay Ivey has commuted the death sentence of Toforest Johnson to life in prison without parole for the 1995 murder of Deputy Sheriff William Hardy, citing insufficient direct evidence.
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Governor Ivey Highlights Alabama Family Using CHOOSE Act as 34,000 Students Receive Support
Governor Kay Ivey introduced the Ratcliffe family of Troy, whose daughter Rossi uses CHOOSE Act funds at Pike Liberal Arts School, as 34,322 students statewide receive support.
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Ivey Extends Alabama State of Emergency Through October 28 as Isaias Recovery Continues
Emergency management officials are deployed in Monroe, Escambia, Conecuh, Coffee and Houston counties for recovery and damage assessment, and the state is pursuing federal tax relief for storm victims.
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Social Security Administration Alerts Alabama Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Alabama has changed, and points recipients to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
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Trump Approves Alabama Emergency Declaration as Hurricane Isaias Nears Landfall
Governor Kay Ivey says the declaration covers Baldwin, Escambia and Mobile counties and the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, with a mandatory evacuation in place for non-residents in parts of Baldwin County and Dauphin Island.
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Ivey Rescinds Coastal Evacuation Order as Isaias Kills Two Alabamians
All major roadways including the ICW have reopened, though some closures remain because of downed power lines, and crews are still working to reopen part of US-31 north of Brewton in Escambia County.
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Alabama Declares State of Emergency for 40 Counties as Hurricane Isaias Approaches
State offices in nine coastal counties will close at noon Friday, and the emergency declaration runs through October 14.
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Social Security Administration Says Operational Status Has Changed at Alabama Offices
The agency did not specify the reason for the change or which locations are affected, and is directing residents to check their local office, card center or hearing office status before visiting.
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OCC Allows Banks in Alabama and Mississippi to Close as Hurricane Isaias Hits
The OCC issued a proclamation letting national banks, federal savings associations and federal branches of foreign banks close offices in Alabama and Mississippi areas affected by Hurricane Isaias.
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Governor Ivey Proclaims Alabama Girls in Sports Day for October 10
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey proclaims Saturday, October 10, 2026, as Alabama Girls in Sports Day, citing Title IX and state laws protecting female athletes in schools and colleges.
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Governor Ivey to Break Ground on $3.2 Billion Mobile River Bridge and Bayway
Governor Kay Ivey will break ground Friday, October 2, 2026, on the $3.2 billion Mobile River Bridge and Bayway, the largest transportation project in Alabama history.
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Governor Ivey Announces Nearly $55 Million in Second Round of Alabama Rural Health Grants
Alabama awards 34 grants worth nearly $55 million in the second round of Rural Health Transformation Program funding, covering maternal care, EMS, cancer screening, simulation training and workforce projects statewide.
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Alabama Bids for U.S. Space Academy, Pitching Huntsville as Home
Governor Kay Ivey submits Alabama's initial response to the Presidential Commission on the U.S. Space Academy, proposing Huntsville as the Rocket City home for training America's next space leaders.
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Alabama Rises to No. 7 in Area Development's Top States for Doing Business, Notching Three No. 1 Rankings
Alabama climbs to No. 7 nationally for doing business, earning top marks in property tax environment, overall cost of doing business and labor cost competitiveness, Governor Ivey announces.
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Ivey Names Doryan Carlton Finance Director as Bill Poole Departs After 16 Years of State Service
Alabama Finance Director Bill Poole leaves Friday after 16 years of state service; Governor Kay Ivey taps State Budget Officer Doryan Carlton to lead the Department of Finance.
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Governor Ivey Proclaims September 25 as Dolly Day in Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey proclaimed September 25, 2026, as Dolly Day in Alabama, honoring Dolly Parton's legacy and the Imagination Library's 3.1 million books mailed to children statewide.
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Alabama Governor Ivey Declines Clemency, Execution of Mr. Lee Carried Out for 1998 Murders
Governor Kay Ivey refused to use her clemency powers and directed the Corrections Commissioner to proceed with Mr. Lee's death sentence for the 1998 capital murders of Jimmy Ellis and Elaine Thompson.
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Ivey Marks 25th Anniversary of 9/11, Urges Alabamians to 'Never Forget'
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey released a video message marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks, honoring nearly 3,000 victims and ordering state flags flown at half-staff on Patriot Day.
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Cannabis Excise Taxes Reach $3.55 Billion Across 30 States and D.C.
U.S. Census Bureau data show 30 states and D.C. collected an estimated $3.55 billion in cannabis excise taxes from July 2025 to June 2026, a 15.7% rise since fiscal 2022, with Alabama the newest market.
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Governor Ivey Honors Alabama Workers in Labor Day Message
Governor Kay Ivey released a video message for Labor Day, honoring Alabama's hardworking men and women. She praised their dedication across factories, farms, classrooms, and construction sites, emphasizing their vital role in strengthening the state and America.
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Governor Ivey Showcases CHOOSE Act Success with Moore Family
Governor Kay Ivey highlights the Moore family's success with Alabama's CHOOSE Act, an education savings account program. The Act provides financial support for private school tuition, enabling students like Javontae and Jacobe to thrive academically and socially.
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Governor Ivey Commends Trump Administration's Trucking Crackdown, Citing Alabama's Leadership
Governor Kay Ivey supports the Trump Administration's new federal crackdown on trucking fraud, highlighting Alabama's proactive efforts. The state has partnered with federal agencies to remove illegal and unqualified commercial drivers, enhancing highway safety and accountability.
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Governor Ivey Honors Dolly Parton's Legacy, Affirms Alabama's Commitment to Imagination Library
Governor Kay Ivey mourns Dolly Parton's passing, highlighting her legacy through Alabama's Imagination Library. The program provides free books to 116,000 children monthly, with over 3 million mailed, and will continue Parton's mission.
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Alabama Governor Sets Execution Date for Michael Taylor
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has announced the execution timeframe for Michael Taylor. The lethal injection is set for November 5-6, 2026, a decision communicated to the Department of Corrections Commissioner.
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Governor Ivey to Proclaim College Colors Day in Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey will proclaim September 4, 2026, as College Colors Day in Alabama, celebrating the state's 14 public universities. The event on August 27 will highlight higher education's role in bettering citizens' lives.
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Alabama Activates Statewide Disaster Notification System
Alabama Governor Kay Ivey activated a new statewide notification system to alert residents to floods and disasters. Funded with $1.2 million, it aims to enhance safety, especially for children, following the tragic 2025 Texas flood.
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Alabama Social Security Offices Update Operations, Promote Online Services
The Social Security Administration has updated the operational status of its Alabama offices, encouraging residents to use online services for various tasks, from checking benefits to managing accounts, to avoid in-person visits.
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Alabama Executes Jeremy Williams for Child's Murder
Jeremy Williams was executed in Alabama for the 2021 capital murder of five-year-old Kamarie Holland. Governor Kay Ivey declined clemency, emphasizing the depravity of the crime and the state's death penalty statute.
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Governor Ivey Urges Alabamians to Vote in Special Congressional Primary
Governor Kay Ivey encourages voters in Alabama's 1st, 2nd, 6th, and 7th congressional districts to participate in the Special Congressional Primary Election on August 11, 2026, emphasizing civic duty and ensuring state representation in Washington.
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Governor Ivey Welcomes Alabama Students Back to School
Governor Kay Ivey welcomed Alabama students back to school in a video message, offering support and encouraging hard work. She also thanked teachers and parents, expressing prayers for a successful academic year.
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