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1 week ago |
cbs42.com | Ryan Hall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — All eyes are on the race for U.S. Senate. This comes after Sen. Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) announced his run for Governor of Alabama Tuesday. Candidates on both sides of the aisle are preparing to campaign for his seat. There are several potential contenders, and some say they haven’t made up their mind just yet. “The question is whether or not there is broad-based support around the state for a run for me for Senate,” said Steve Marshall, Alabama Attorney General.
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1 week ago |
cbs42.com | Ryan Hall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — The Alabama governor’s race is heating up, as Sen. Tommy Tuberville was the first candidate to announce his run for the role Tuesday. Alabama GOP Chairman John Wahl said Tuberville would be a great leader in the role, but Alabama Democratic Party Chairman Randy Kelley disagrees. “Sen. Tuberville has proven that he is a leader and that he is not afraid to stand up for what he believes in,” Wahl said.
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3 weeks ago |
wkrg.com | Ryan Hall
Posted: May 16, 2025 / 09:16 PM CDT Updated: May 16, 2025 / 09:16 PM CDT MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Work is already underway for the 2026 Legislative Session. Some legislation sponsored by Republicans and Democrats died in the legislature this year, but both parties say the fight is not over. One bill would have expanded gambling in the state, legalizing sports betting and creating a lottery. Sen.
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3 weeks ago |
cbs42.com | Ryan Hall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — Work is already underway for the 2026 Legislative Session. Some legislation sponsored by Republicans and Democrats died in the legislature this year, but both parties say the fight is not over. One bill would have expanded gambling in the state, legalizing sports betting and creating a lottery. Sen. Greg Albritton (R-Atmore), the sponsor, said we can expect to see it come back up next year, though it was not filed officially.
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3 weeks ago |
cbs42.com | Ryan Hall
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (WIAT) — It was a little before midnight when lawmakers adjourned “sine die” for the last time Wednesday. Democrats had a lot to say in both chambers, while Republicans touted a successful session. In the Senate, Democrats filibustered bills for several hours. They said Republicans refused to take up bills from their party. “All y’all want to take something home, all of us want to take something home,” said Sen. Rodger Smitherman (D-Birmingham).
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