NEWS POLITICS State On the Campaign Trail: Alabama Democrats Make Their Case as 2026 Primary Approaches April 6, 2026 The BuzzReport MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BuzzReport) — With just weeks remaining before Alabama’s 2026 primary election, the Democratic race for governor, lieutenant governor, and U.S. Senate is shifting into high gear, as candidates…
NEWS POLITICS State Alabama House Advances Sweeping Voting Reform Bill After Years of Stalemate April 4, 2026 The BuzzReport MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BuzzReport)— After years of stalled efforts and partisan gridlock, a comprehensive voting reform proposal backed by Democrats cleared a significant hurdle this week in the Alabama House of…
NEWS POLITICS State Alabama Legislature Approves Utility Overhaul, Raising Concerns Over Rate Oversight April 1, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — The Alabama Legislature has approved a far-reaching overhaul of the state’s utility regulatory system, advancing a bill that could significantly influence how electricity rates are set—and…
NEWS POLITICS State Alabama House Republicans Remove Rep. Arnold Mooney From Closed-Door Caucus Meeting April 1, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — Tensions within the Alabama House Republican caucus escalated this week after Rep. Arnold Mooney was removed from a private caucus meeting for allegedly recording the closed-door…
NEWS POLITICS State Gov. Kay Ivey Hospitalized, Undergoes Procedure to Treat Lung Fluid March 31, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — Kay Ivey is recovering after undergoing a minor medical procedure Tuesday afternoon at Baptist Medical Center South, following several weeks of persistent discomfort. According to a…
NATIONAL NEWS POLITICS State Alabama Senators Vote to Block Iran War Powers Resolution for Third Time March 26, 2026 The BuzzReport WASHINGTON, D.C. (BuzzReport) — Alabama’s U.S. Senators, Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville, voted this week to reject a war powers resolution aimed at limiting presidential authority over ongoing U.S. military…
NEWS POLITICS State Covington County Lawsuit Challenges Tuberville’s Eligibility in Alabama Governor’s Race March 24, 2026 The BuzzReport Covington County, AL (BuzzReport) — A legal challenge filed Tuesday in Covington County Circuit Court has intensified scrutiny surrounding U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville and his bid for governor, as Republican…
CRIME NEWS State Teen Shot by 6-Year-Old Brother in Home of Alabama Republican State Rep.; Investigation Underway March 24, 2026 The BuzzReport Trinity, AL (BuzzReport) — Authorities in Lawrence County are investigating a shooting involving two young brothers that occurred Saturday afternoon inside a family home in Trinity. According to Max Sanders,…
NEWS POLITICS State Doug Jones Calls for Temporary Suspension of Alabama Gas Tax Amid Rising Fuel Costs March 21, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — Alabama gubernatorial candidate Doug Jones is urging state leaders to take immediate action on rising fuel costs by temporarily suspending the state’s gasoline and diesel taxes.…
COMMUNITY NEWS POLITICS State Another Alabama Senate Bill Raises Concerns Over Executive Control of Public Service Commission March 10, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) – A newly introduced bill in the Alabama Senate is drawing scrutiny from critics who say it could shift significant power over the state’s utility regulation away…
NEWS POLITICS State Morgan Murphy Exits Alabama U.S. Senate Race, Eyes Congressional Bid March 10, 2026 The BuzzReport Auburn, AL (BuzzReport) — Former Trump administration official and onetime staffer to U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, Morgan Murphy, announced Monday that he is ending his campaign for the U.S. Senate…
COMMUNITY NEWS State Advocates to Present New Medicaid Expansion Analysis at Montgomery Briefing March 6, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — Health care advocates and policy experts will gather at the Alabama State House next week to present new research examining the potential financial and health impacts…
COMMUNITY ECONOMY NEWS State Alabama Senate Candidate Accuses Sen. Katie Britt of Ties to Alabama Power and Major Donor Influence March 5, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — A candidate in Alabama’s upcoming U.S. Senate race Dale Deas, Jr. is accusing Katie Britt, the Republican senator representing Alabama, of having deep political and financial…
NEWS POLITICS State Ron Sparks Tops GOP Rivals in Early Fundraising for Agriculture Commissioner Race March 4, 2026 The BuzzReport MONTGOMERY, Ala. (BuzzReport) — Former Alabama Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Ron Sparks has surged ahead of his Republican opponents in early fundraising, signaling renewed political strength as he seeks a…
ECONOMY NEWS POLITICS State Billions Left on the Table: Alabama Continues to Lose Billions as Republicans Block State Lottery February 24, 2026 The BuzzReport #Lottery #Alabama #Republicans #Democrats
LOCAL NEWS POLITICS State Former State Rep. James O. Gordon Enters Race for Alabama Public Service Commission February 20, 2026 The BuzzReport Mobile, AL (BuzzReport) — Former State Representative James O. Gordon of Mobile has announced his candidacy for Alabama Public Service Commission (PSC) Place 1, bringing decades of legislative experience and…
NEWS POLITICS State Boyd Condemns Tuberville’s Support of SAVE Act, Calls It ‘Modern Voter Suppression’ February 19, 2026 The BuzzReport Montgomery, AL (BuzzReport) — A sharp political clash is emerging in Alabama over voting rights, as gubernatorial candidate Dr. Will Boyd issued a forceful statement condemning U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville…
