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Committee meets to discuss Bentley impeachment

Cydney Nichols June 17, 2016

The Alabama House Judiciary Committee held its first meeting regarding the impeachment of Alabama Governor Robert Bentley this week. Bentley has been accused of corruption, neglect of duty, incompetency...

John Oliver takes aim at Robert Bentley scandal

John Oliver takes aim at Robert Bentley scandal

CW Staff April 11, 2016

Since launching "Last Week Tonight" on HBO, comedian John Oliver has taken on FIFA, Donald Trump, prison reform, the NCAA and dozens of other controversial issues. On last night's episode, the former "Daily...

Bentley issues state of emergency for Alabama

Bentley issues state of emergency for Alabama

CW Staff February 23, 2016

Governor Robert Bentley declared a state of emergency for Alabama ahead of potential severe weather this evening into tomorrow."I was briefed on the severe weather by Alabama Emergency Management Agency...

Alabama Supreme Court issues halt to same-sex marriage licenses

Peyton Shepard March 4, 2015

The Alabama Supreme Court issued a writ of mandamus to halt same-sex marriage in the state Tuesday, reversing United States District Court Judge Callie Granade’s Jan. 23 ruling that struck down the state’s...

Parker Griffith hopes for debate

Parker Griffith hopes for debate

Ben Jackson September 2, 2014

A historically conservative state with a Republican supermajority in both houses, Alabama often finds its Democratic gubernatorial candidates without much traction. Tuesday night at Ridgecrest South courtyard,...

One year into the Bentley Administration

One year into the Bentley Administration

Rich Robinson February 7, 2012

Many people questioned whether Governor Robert Bentley, a retired dermatologist and University of Alabama graduate, could do the job. After a year in office, leaders across Alabama are beginning to evaluate...

Local, state leaders settle championship bet

Stephen N. Dethrage February 1, 2012

Before the 2011 National Championship Game, politicians from Alabama and Louisiana placed bets around the upcoming matchup between the University of Alabama and Louisiana State University on Jan. 9. Baton...

Tide ready to open against Alcorn State

Tide ready to open against Alcorn State

Brett Hudson February 17, 2011

Alabama baseball will be opening its season against Alcorn State in a three-game series Feb. 18-20 at Sewell-Thomas Stadium. The Crimson Tide will not be as experienced as it has been in the past. The...

Bentley takes the Capitol

Bentley takes the Capitol

Amanda Sams January 18, 2011

Gov. Robert J. Bentley took his oath of office Monday amidst cheers and shouts of “The doctor is in the house!” The inauguration festivities commenced with a parade led by the Million Dollar Band....

No deacon for governor

Paul Thompson September 29, 2010

Many of you are aware that I used to be a staunchly conservative Republican, and while I still agree with many of their policies, some of their positions have sent me speeding toward the center over the...

Byrne sacrificed ideals for votes and failed

Ian Sams July 14, 2010

Early this spring, when the prospect of an Artur Davis v. Bradley Byrne gubernatorial race seemed like a real possibility, if not an inevitability, I was energized about the future of Alabama. For the...

Tim James discusses GOP primary runoff

Tim James discusses GOP primary runoff

Charles Scarborough June 9, 2010

Tim James held a news conference at 5 p.m. June 4 to announce his decision to formally ask for a recount. James now trails Robert Bentley by 167 votes for second place in the GOP primary, a spot that...