Alabama begins to see impacts of “Porn ID Law” implementation
Sep 27, 2024 · Alabama is one of nineteen other states to pass age-verification legislation since 2022. Ahead of the law’s enactment, Pornhub, an adult content provider, responded to the Alabama law by blocking all IP addresses from the state on Thursday.
Secretary of state releases unofficial results for Alabama
Nov 7, 2024 · The unofficial results for the November 5, 2024, General Election in Alabama are now accessible on AlabamaVotes.gov, marking the conclusion of a carefully managed election process praised for its transparency and security.Secretary of State Wes Allen commended local election officials for their diligence in ensuring a seamless and secure voting experience.
Election Day 2024: What to know as Alabamians head to the polls
Today, Tuesday, Nov. 5, Alabamians will cast their votes in the 2024 general election. The ballot includes federal, state, and local races, with major offices up for grabs, including the presidency, vice presidency, U.S. House seats, and several seats on the Alabama Supreme Court.
Analysis | Rural hospitals closure crisis: Alabama's healthcare safety ...
Oct 31, 2024 · Potential Solutions and Next Steps. With nearly 420 rural hospitals deemed vulnerable to closure, Chartis calls for urgent action. Proposed measures include reducing administrative burdens on Medicare Advantage claims, reconsidering Medicaid expansion policies, and amending regulations under the Rural Emergency Hospital designation, which could restore access to crucial services in rural areas.
Greg Reed to step down, sparking leadership race in Alabama …
Nov 15, 2024 · A significant shift is coming to the Alabama Senate, with President Pro Tempore Greg Reed reportedly preparing to step down from his leadership role, according to Yellowhammer News. Sources tell APR that Reed is expected to transition into a new role as secretary of workforce, leading the newly established Alabama Department of Workforce, which was formerly known as the Alabama Department of ...
Pre-filed bill would create exceptions for Alabama’s abortion ban
Oct 3, 2024 · State Representative Juandalynn Givan, D-Birmingham, pre-filed a bill on Tuesday that would create exceptions to the current abortion ban and alter the language surrounding abortions for health risks.. Alabama is one of several states where abortion is nearly completely banned following the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision …
Opinion | Caroleene Dobson’s true Alabama story - alreporter.com
Oct 10, 2024 · Editor’s note: An early version of this column incorrectly stated that Caroleene Dobson was related to the founder of the KKK in Alabama. While various records reviewed by APR and reported in other publications, such theGrio and author Michael Harriot, have cited Dobson’s ties to individuals in the early KKK in Alabama, there …
Secretary of state announces release of Nov. 5 sample ballots
Sep 24, 2024 · Secretary of State Wes Allen is making Alabamians aware that the sample ballots for the November 5, 2024 General Election are now available on the Secretary of State’s website. “Sample ballots for all 67 counties have been made publicly available on our website, www.AlabamaVotes.gov.I would encourage all Alabamians to review these sample ballots as they get ready to head to the polls on ...
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Police bodycam transparency bill pre-filed for 2025
Nov 13, 2024 · A bill sponsored by Rep. Juandalynn Givan, D-Birmingham, would require law enforcement agencies grant access to requested body camera footage.