Who's running for State Senate in Alabama (2026)
35 State Senate races are on the ballot in Alabama, with 35 declared candidates tracked so far.
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Alabama data center rules draw transparency concerns
Energy and environmentNew contract rules add regulatory review, but critics say customers still cannot see key figures tied to data center electricity costs.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 25, 2026
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Trump administration sues over Alaska Senate race
Elections and votingThe lawsuit seeks to stop an outcome that could produce a Democratic victory in Alaska’s U.S. Senate race.
The Ballot Alabama DeskOct 25, 2026
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Clergy Act lets ministers re-enroll for key benefits
Elections and votingThe Clergy Act has been signed into law, giving ministers another opportunity to enroll in key benefits.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 21, 2026
Candidate profile · AL
Candidate profile: Lee Jeh Cobb in Alabama’s 4th District
Elections and votingLee Jeh Cobb is running in the contested 2026 general election for Alabama’s 4th Congressional District.
The Ballot Alabama DeskOct 20, 2026
News · AL
Trump administration sues California over mail ballots
Elections and votingThe administration is asking a court to stop California from counting mail-in ballots it alleges were cast by noncitizens.
The Ballot Alabama Policy DeskOct 18, 2026
News · AL
Judge dismisses Birmingham challenge to water system law
Elections and votingThe ruling ends Birmingham leaders’ federal lawsuit against the state law that reformed the Birmingham Water Works Board.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskOct 18, 2026