Alabama election news
- PoliticsThe Cullman Times, Ala.
House and Senate committees approval legislation to ensure ballot access to Biden-Harris tiket
Apr. 18—Alabama House and Senate committees have advanced bills to extend the time political parties will have to nominate their Presidential candidates ahead of the Nov. 5 election. Sen. Merika Coleman (D-Birmingham) filed SB324 in response to a letter Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen sent to state and national Democratic leaders last week which said the scheduled Democratic National ...
2 min read - PoliticsWKRG
ALGOP releases statement supporting Joe Biden on ballot
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The Alabama Republican Party is supporting legislation that would keep Joe Biden on Alabama’s ballot this November. It was previously reported that Joe Biden could be left off the ballot because the state’s certification deadline comes before the Democratic Party’s convention. ALGOP released a statement from Chairman John Wahl today, noting […]
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Alabama District 2 Congressional candidates Caroleene Dobson and Shomari Figures advance to November general election
A Democrat and a Republican who hope to represent Alabama's newly redrawn District 2 will advance to the Nov. 5 general election.
2 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
Matthew Frost wins Morgan County District 3 commissioner seat with 75% of votes
Apr. 17—Challenger Matthew Frost defeated incumbent Don Stisher in the Republican runoff for Morgan County District 3 commissioner Tuesday. "Thank you to everyone who supported me throughout the race," Frost said. "My intention to run a clean campaign was satisfied today. This has always been a dream of mine, and I look forward to serving my district and county." With only provisional ballots ...
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
The November matchup is set in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District race: What to know
Democrat Shomari Figures will face off against Republican Caroleene Dobson in the November general election.
5 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Caroleene Dobson wins Republican nomination in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District
Dobson, an attorney, defeated opponent Dick Brewbaker, according to unofficial results.
2 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Morgan County elections: Frost beats six-term incumbent Stisher for county commission
Unofficial results show that Matthew Frost has defeated six-term County Commissioner Don Stisher in the runoff race for County Commissioner District 3
1 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Shomari Figures wins Democratic nomination in Alabama's newly drawn 2nd Congressional District
Democrat Shomari Figures will be the Democratic nominee for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District race.
3 min read - PoliticsWKRG
Alabama Primary Runoff Election: April 16, 2024 — Voter’s Guide
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Voters are set to go to the polls Tuesday morning to vote in the Alabama Primary Runoffs. Here’s what you need to know before voting. General Election Information The April 16 election continues the March 5 primaries. The top two candidates from the Republican and Democratic District 2 races will compete […]
2 min read - USWDHN Dothan
Dale Co. Chairman candidates spar ahead of runoff election
DALE COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Voters in Dale County will take the polls across the 16 voting locations to decide on their next county commission chairman. Accusations are flying ahead of Tuesday’s runoff election between current chairman Steve McKinnon and current commissioner Adam Enfinger. “That is untruth and is strictly just mudslinging,” McKinnon said. “I […]
2 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Election Results: Votes roll in for North Alabama Primary runoffs
Four Republican Primary races in three North Alabama counties are headed to a runoff on Tuesday, April 16.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Voter turnout more than doubles in Alabama's redrawn congressional district
"It’s clear that Alabama’s representative map is a boon for political participation. That’s great news for democracy."
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Figures, Daniels battle for Democrat votes in District 2
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Anthony Daniels and Shomari Figures, candidates in Tuesday’s Democratic Runoff in Congressional District 2, are both former high school athletes and use sports analogies to describe the election. “This is like overtime,” said Figures. “The score goes back to zero.” “It’s zero-zero,” Daniels agreed. “It’s like the regular season is over, […]
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Republicans battle in District 2 runoff
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Next Tuesday’s Runoff Election in the newly redrawn 2nd Congressional District features two Montgomery residents: Dick Brewbaker and Caroleene Dobson. Dick Brewbaker is a business owner and former state representative and state senator, and Caroleene Dobson is an attorney, who grew up on a farm in Beatrice. Brewbaker secured 39% of […]
3 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Autauga County Schools seek 7 mill property tax increase
The system’s budget is now partially supported by state and federal funds that will dry up beginning next year, the superintendent said.
2 min read - WorldWKRG
Alabama absentee voting: Requirements, deadlines, and submitting your vote
Absentee voting deadlines for the April 16 Primary Runoff Election are approaching, according to Secretary of State Wes Allen.
5 min read - PoliticsThe News Courier, Athens, Ala.
Pulse of the Voters: N. Alabama Gen Z wants younger candidates, warm to third-party option in presidential race
Apr. 6—In its second installment of the Pulse of the Voters series, The Cullman Times and The News Courier in Athens reached out to Gen Z voters to discuss their feelings on the upcoming presidential election, who they were supporting and what issues mattered most to them. Adrianna Sides, a 21-year-old Wallace State Community College student originally from Prattville, Ala., said this will be ...
3 min read - PoliticsThe Cullman Times, Ala.
Voting rights advocate groups sue to block Alabama's absentee voter restrictions
Apr. 6—A coalition of civil rights, voting rights and disability rights advocacy organizations filed a lawsuit to block Alabama's recently enacted "Anti-Ballot Harvesting Bill" sponsored by Sen. Garlan Gudger (R-Cullman). Enacting Senate Bill 1 into law before November's general election has been a top priority of Alabama's Republican lawmakers and has been since it was prefiled in late 2023. ...
7 min read - PoliticsWHNT Huntsville
Restrictions on absentee ballot help in Alabama are being challenged in a lawsuit
An Alabama law that criminalizes certain types of assistance with absentee ballot applications is being challenged in court by groups who say it “turns civic and neighborly voter engagement into a serious crime.”
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Advocacy organizations sue state officials over Alabama voting law
The ACLU and other groups are suing the attorney general, district attorneys and the secretary of state over a newly signed anti-voter law.
4 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama's special House District 27 race is headed to a runoff
The Alabama House District 27 seat will go to a runoff, as no candidate received the majority required to win the seat outright.
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Mobile County to test election equipment ahead of April 16 Alabama Primary Runoff
The Probate Court of Mobile County is set to test election systems and software ahead of the April 16 Primary Runoff Election.
1 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Miller, Ross heading to runoff for Alabama House District 27 seat
Voters in Marshall County took to the polls today to vote on for a new representative in Alabama House District 27.
3 min read - PoliticsWHNT Huntsville
Does Lands’ District 10 victory signal a shift in Alabama politics?
Marilyn Lands' District 10 victory has turned heads across the county with some saying her campaign's message may signal a shift in voter preferences in traditionally red districts.
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Organizations speak out after Alabama Secretary of State warned voters of misleading mailers
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Officials with the Voter Participation Center and the Center for Voter Information are speaking out after they say the “Alabama Secretary of State grossly mischaracterized the essential work that we do to register eligible Americans to vote” in a statement about misleading mailers. WKRG News 5 previously reported that Alabama Secretary […]
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Mobile County Probate Court releases deadlines for absentee ballot application
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The deadline to apply, in person, for absentee ballots in Mobile County for the upcoming Primary Runoff Election is Thursday, April 11, at 5 p.m., according to the Probate Court of Mobile County. Absentee ballot applications for the runoff sent by mail or courier must be received at the Absentee […]
1 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
House District 10 candidates prepare for Tuesday’s special election
Madison and South Huntsville voters will be called to the polls Tuesday for the Alabama House District 10 special election.
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Alabama Secretary of State warning voters of misleading election mailer
ALABAMA (WKRG) — Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen warned voters Monday of a misleading and unsolicited mass mailing of pre-filled voter registration forms targeting Alabama mailboxes in a release. According to the release, the mailer has no affiliation with the State of Alabama and has been officially discouraged by the Alabama Office of the […]
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2024 Alabama Primary Runoff: What to know ahead of the election
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The 2024 Alabama Primary Runoff is set for Tuesday, April 16, but what does the election actually entail? What is a Runoff Election? According to Ballotpedia, “Nine states conduct runoff elections as part of their party nomination process. These runoffs occur when no candidate reaches the required threshold for victory.” The following […]
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Alabama voters: Deadlines to participate in the 2024 Primary Runoff Election
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — Alabamians recently headed to the polls for Super Tuesday, but they are set to return as the Primary Runoff Election is quickly approaching. Ballotpedia explains that in Alabama, “a candidate must win a majority of the vote in order to be declared the winner of a primary election. If no candidate […]
2 min read - PoliticsWHNT Huntsville
Alabama enacts new restrictions on absentee ballot requests
Alabama has placed new restrictions on assistance with absentee ballot requests, making it illegal to return another person's ballot application and making it a felony to pay someone to distribute or collect applications.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama Gov. Key Ivey signs absentee ballot bill amid criticism from voting rights groups
This bill makes payment for assisting with absentee ballots a Class C felony.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama legislature passes bill limiting absentee voter assistance
The bill would allow those who assist others in absentee voting to be charged with felonies in some cases. It now goes to Gov. Kay Ivey.
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Florida Presidential Preference Primary Election Live Blog
Index Chickens allowed to be housed in Valparaiso UPDATE (7:50 p.m.): Valparaiso residents will be allowed to house chickens, according to Okaloosa County election results. There were 294 votes for Yes and 262 votes for No to the referendum: “Should the City Commission of Valparaiso amend the city codes to allow for the keeping of […]
5 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama governor sets special election for House District 52
Former state Rep. John Rogers resigned after pleading guilty to felony charges.
1 min read - PoliticsWKRG
Alabama’s March 5 primary election results have been certified (PDFs)
The results for Alabama's March 5 primary election are in. According to a press release, Alabama Secretary of State Wes Allen certified the results and candidates ahead of the April 16 runoff.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
US lawmakers sound alarm over use of artificial intelligence to disrupt elections
The bipartisan letter raises concerns about AI interfering in the 2024 election cycle.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Cullman Times, Ala.
How Cullman County voted on Super Tuesday
Mar. 14—Local turnout trends in last week's March 5 primary election show a pronounced four-year increase on the part of Cullman County voters to have their say in Republican politics in a presidential election year — even as fewer registered voters showed up to cast a primary ballot than they did in the 2020 primary cycle. The GOP claimed by far the majority of local votes in the ...
3 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
House District 10 candidates prepare for Alabama special election
Republican Teddy Powell and Democrat Marilyn Lands will appear on the Alabama House District 10 special election ballot on March 26.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama House passes bill limiting absentee voting
The bill now awaits Senate concurrence before being sent to Gov. Ivey's desk and becoming law.
2 min read - USWKRG
Voters confused in Mobile County following primary election
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — The newly redrawn congressional maps split Mobile into two separate congressional districts. However, with Super Tuesday being the first Alabama election since the maps were redrawn, voters were surprised when they went to the polls. WKRG News 5 sat down with five voters who all live in District 1, but before […]
1 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Morgan County commissioner Stisher to face Matthew Frost in runoff
Don Stisher, a 6-term commissioner in Morgan County, will now have to face a runoff for the first time.
2 min read - USThe Cullman Times, Ala.
Emily Niezer Johnston wins circuit judge race
Mar. 6—Cullman County voters elected Emily Niezer Johnston as their next circuit judge on Tuesday, giving her the victory over fellow Republican and local attorney Melvin Hasting in a competitive race that she nevertheless won decisively. Niezer Johnston earned 8,797 votes to Hasting's 7,349, giving her a winning margin of 54.48 percent to Hasting's 45.52 percent. Both candidates appeared as ...
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Why Nikki Haley is still on the ballot — even if she’s out of the presidential race
Nikki Haley may have suspended her presidential campaign, but that means nothing for Mississippi's ballot, according to The Magnolia State's Secretary of State Michael Watson.
1 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Elmore County primary voters pick new probate judge, county commissioner
There is no Democratic candidate qualified in the probate judge race for the general election.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Republican, Democrats head to runoffs in Alabama's 2nd Congressional District race
Both the Republican and Democratic primaries for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District will head to April 16 runoffs.
2 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
Stisher, Frost in runoff for Morgan District 3 commissioner, Abercrombie reelected
Mar. 6—There will be a run-off on April 16 between longtime incumbent Don Stisher and challenger Matthew Frost for Morgan County Commission District 3. Incumbent Greg Abercrombie, 55, beat his two challengers, Keith Allison, 52, and Charles Pitman, 42, to win the Republican primaries for Morgan County Commission District 4. With only provisional ballots remaining, Stisher received 5,673 votes, ...
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2024 Mobile, Baldwin Counties Primary Results
MOBILE COUNTY, Ala. (WKRG) — The results are in for the Mobile and Baldwin counties Primary races. In this story, we will provide all of the results for the county positions in both Mobile and Baldwin counties. Mobile County Republican Johana Bucci was nominated as the Mobile County Place 6 District Court Judge for the […]
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2024 Conecuh, Escambia primary election results
ALABAMA (WKRG) — The 2024 Primary Election Results are in for Conecuh and Escambia counties. In this story, we will provide the voting results for the primary elections for Conecuh and Escambia counties. Conecuh County The Conecuh County Commission District 4 Democratic nomination went to Johnny Dees with 256 votes (53.67%), who won over Wayne […]
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2024 Clarke, Monroe and Washington County Primary Election Results
The 2024 Primary Election Results are in for Washington, Clarke and Monroe County.
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Shomari Figures, Anthony Daniels set for a runoff in Democratic District 2 Primary race
Editor’s Note: This article has been updated with a statement from Shomari Figures on the runoff. MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) — District 2 Democratic congressional candidates Shomari Figures and Anthony Daniels are set for a runoff. A runoff occurs in Alabama if and when a candidate cannot reach most of the votes, which happened in this […]
2 min read - PoliticsThe Tuscaloosa News
Tuscaloosa County voters favor incumbents in Super Tuesday results
Probate Judge Rob Robertson said about 16.43% of the registered voters came to the polls for Super Tuesday.
1 min read - PoliticsWKRG
Barry Moore wins Alabama District 1 Republican Primary over Jerry Carl
Congressman Barry Moore secured the nomination on Super Tuesday in the Alabama District 1 Republican Primary.
1 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Unofficial results: 14-term Congressman Aderholt wins House District 4 race
Representative Robert Aderholt has won another term representing House District 4, according to unofficial results on the Secretary of State's website.
1 min read - SportsThe News Courier, Athens, Ala.
Limestone residents participate in Super Tuesday primaries
Mar. 5—These are the unofficial results for the 2024 primaries that took place on March 5. The election results presented on here are unofficial and presented as a courtesy of the Alabama Secretary of State and Alabama's Probate Judges. The accuracy of the election results is the responsibility of the Probate Judge for each county reporting. Between 19-20 percent of voters turned out to vote ...
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Barry Moore wins Alabama’s First Congressional District after Jerry Carl concedes
DOTHAN, Ala (WDHN) — The Primary Election for Alabama’s First Congressional District has been called. Moore has been declared the winner. Moore ended Super Tuesday with 52%. Carl was close behind, with 48%. Carl took the stage late Tuesday night, conceded, and revealed he had lost the election by 3,000 points. “I am grateful to […]
1 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Calhoon wins circuit judge nomination without runoff
The circuit serves Autauga, Chilton and Elmore counties
1 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Incumbent Jessica Sanders wins Autauga County district judge primary
Jessica Sanders collected 4,883 votes to challenger Kyle Shirley’s 4,048 according to complete but unofficial results.
1 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Tax renewal passes: Voters continue support for Montgomery, Pike Road public schools
Montgomery County voters renewed a tax that provides over $12 million to local public schools on Tuesday, according to probate office results.
3 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Montgomery County voters re-elect Love, choose commissioners
Probate Judge J.C. Love will remain in office for the next six years after a resounding victory.
5 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Sarah Stewart wins Republican nomination for Alabama Supreme Court chief justice
Justice Sarah Stewart won the Republican nomination with over 60% of the vote, according to unofficial results.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Montgomery Advertiser
Autauga incumbent commissioners take GOP primary
District 3 and 4 incumbents both won the Republican nominations, according to unofficial results.
- USWDHN Dothan
Thousands of voters in Alabama district drawn to boost Black political power got wrong information
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — More than 6,000 voters in a newly formed congressional district drawn to heighten Black voting power in Alabama received postcards with incorrect voting information ahead of Tuesday’s primary, alarming advocates concerned about the potential impact on a race seen as crucial to boosting Black representation and Democrats’ hopes to flip the U.S. House […]
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Alabama Primary Election Results – March 5, 2024
People across North Alabama cast votes for everything from U.S. Presidential Nominations to commissioners and board of education members at a more local level.
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Mobile County yields low voter turnout in 2024 presidential primaries
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) —The Mobile County Probate Court said they expect a lower voter turnout for the 2024 presidential primaries compared to years past. While the dreary weather likely contributed to the lack of voters, Probate Court Judge Don Davis said the best way to predict voter turnout is found in absentee ballots. He said […]
2 min read - USThe Decatur Daily, Ala.
Polls are open for the 2024 primary elections
Mar. 5—Polls in Alabama opened at 7 a.m. and will remain open until 7 p.m. as voters cast votes in the 2024 primary elections. Super Tuesday elections are being held in 16 states and one territory today. Hundreds of delegates are at stake, the biggest haul for either party on any single day. In Alabama, voters are required to present a valid form of photo ID before voting. The voting location ...
- USWDHN Dothan
Dale County residents hit the polls on Super Tuesday; Sees low turnout
DALE COUNTY, Ala. (WDHN) — Dale County residents are hitting the polls to cast their vote in one of the biggest races in their backyard, the Dale County Commission Chairman race. It’s between incumbent Steve McKinnon, who’s eyeing a second term, District 3 Commissioner Adam Enfinger and Pinckard Mayor Bobby Borland. The candidates say no […]
1 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Madison County holds Libertarian primary
This year on Super Tuesday residents in Madison County have a few more options other than Democrats and Republicans.
1 min read - PoliticsWDHN Dothan
Crowded race for Alabama’s new US House district, as Democrats aim to flip seat in November
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The race for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, which was redrawn by a federal court to boost the voting power of Black voters, has sparked congested and competitive primary contests. Democrats see an opportunity to flip the Deep South congressional seat in November. Republicans aim to keep hold of the seat, as control […]
3 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
U.S. Congress District 2: Alabama voters were sent wrong information ahead of election
A registrar confirmed that a portion of Montgomery residents got information that identified them as being in the wrong congressional district.
3 min read - USWKRG
Super Tuesday: Alabama Primary Election Live Results
News 5's Debbie Williams is reporting from Baldwin County on Super Tuesday.
3 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
Alabama Super Tuesday updates: Amendment 1 fails statewide
Follow along for live updates from Super Tuesday in Montgomery and across the state.
14 min read - BusinessThe Tuscaloosa News
University of Alabama raises goal for Rising Tide capital campaign
The University of Alabama has dubbed the campaign goal's 20% increase as the "Rising Tide 2.0"
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Want to vote early? Here’s where you can in Northwest Florida
FLORIDA (WKRG) — Primary election season is in full swing, which means early voters are ready to beat the polling lines. The Florida Primary is set for Tuesday, March 19, but the early voting period has already begun in some counties. In this article, we’ll provide the early voting dates and locations for Escambia, Santa […]
2 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Morgan County Commission District 3 candidates focus on roads, infrastructure
A long-time mayor and a county employee are challenging incumbent Don Stisher for the Morgan County Commission District 3 seat.
2 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Meet the county commission candidates for Madison Co. District 3
Incumbent two-term County Commissioner Craig Hill is facing opposition from long-time Madison County resident Dusty Yarbrough.
3 min read - USWHNT Huntsville
Super Tuesday across North Alabama: What you need to know before heading to vote!
People across North Alabama will be heading to the polls Tuesday for the 2024 Primary Election, and there's a lot you need to know before casting your vote!
3 min read - USWKRG
Baldwin County readies to vote Super Tuesday
There is a reason they call it Super Tuesday. Voters in 15 states including Alabama and one territory head to the polls Tuesday in the biggest primary in the 2024 election cycle.
1 min read - USThe Montgomery Advertiser
On the ballot in Montgomery: Statewide amendment, county commissioners, probate judge
On Tuesday, Montgomery County voters will pick nominees for three commission seats and probate judge, and will weigh in on state Amendment 1.
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