Pat Duggins appears in the following:
University of Alabama football coach Nick Saban retires after 17 seasons
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Students and alumni in Tuscaloosa, Ala., are reacting to the retirement of football coach Nick Saban, who led the team to six national titles during his 17 seasons with the Crimson Tide.
Nick Saban, one of the winningest coaches in college football history, is retiring
Thursday, January 11, 2024
The legendary coach of Alabama's Crimson Tide shocked the sports world when he announced his retirement. Saban won seven national championships — more than any other major college football coach.
Alabama anticipates its moment in the spotlight as it prepares to host GOP debate
Tuesday, December 05, 2023
Alabama GOP leaders hope Wednesday's Republican presidential debate gives viewers a broader image of their state beyond the recent headlines about Sen. Tuberville's hold on some military nominations.
Alabama gears up to host the fourth Republican presidential primary debate
Sunday, December 03, 2023
Alabama will host the fourth GOP presidential primary debate. Republicans hope the event, held at the University of Alabama, will ignite an interest in politics in potential young voters.
Remembering the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy 20 years on
Saturday, January 28, 2023
NPR's Scott Simon speaks with Pat Duggins of Alabama Public Radio about the Space Shuttle Columbia tragedy, which they both covered 20 years ago next week.
How Natural Disasters and Recovery Efforts Discriminate Against the Poor
Thursday, March 07, 2019
The Alabama tornadoes blew through a low-income communities and left many mobile homes mangled.
Citing "Systematic Voter Fraud," Roy Moore Tries and Fails to Stave Off Election Loss
Thursday, December 28, 2017
In Alabama, Republican Roy Moore attempted to block officials from certifying the victory of his opponent, Democrat Doug Jones, on the basis of "systematic voter fraud."
Black Voters Deliver a Surprise Upset in Alabama Senate Race
Wednesday, December 13, 2017
After a heated and very close special election in Alabama, Democratic candidate Doug Jones will be the state's next U.S. senator after he beat Roy Moore in a special election on Tuesday.
Election Day In Alabama
Tuesday, December 12, 2017
What'a on the mind of Alabamian voters in the wake of a historic special election.
Controversial Alabama Election Enters Final Stretch
Monday, December 11, 2017
Tomorrow, voters in Alabama will head to the polls to settle a dramatic special election between Roy Moore, a Republican who has been accused of sexual assault, and Democrat Doug Jones.
Fifth Woman Accuses Roy Moore of Sexual Misconduct
Tuesday, November 14, 2017
Beverly Young Nelson says U.S. Senate candidate Roy Moore assaulted her decades ago, when she was just 16 years old.
On Roy Moore, Some GOP Voters Simply 'Don't Care' If Molestation Claims Are True
Monday, November 13, 2017
Alabama Republican Senate candidate Roy Moore is under fire for alleged sexual encounters with teen girls, including sexual contact with a 14-year-old decades ago.
Alabama Senate Runoff Reveals Deep Cracks in the GOP
Wednesday, September 27, 2017
President Donald Trump endorsed incumbent Luther Strange in the Alabama Republican Senate primary runoff. Voters chose his opponent, Roy Moore.
Alabama Gears Up for Senate Special Election Runoff
Wednesday, September 20, 2017
Next week, Alabama voters will go to the polls to cast their ballots in the Republican Senate runoff.
Alabama High Court Halts Same-Sex Marriages
Wednesday, March 04, 2015
The Alabama Supreme Court insists they have the power to “interpret the United States Constitution independently from, and even contrary to, federal courts."
Massive Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc on The South
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
Ice and a nasty wintry mix is causing major problems in states from Louisiana to North Carolina, effectively shutting down roads, closing schools, and cancelling flights nationwide. A...
Analyzing Alabama's Primary Results
Wednesday, June 02, 2010
We analyze the results of Alabama's most hotly contested primaries: from the races of Rep. Parker Griffith who switched parties to become a Republican in 2009, to Democratic Rep. Artur Davis, who was attempting to become the state's first African American nominee to governor, to two candidates who saw their fortunes rise with some particularly colorful campaign ads. Pat Duggins, News Director for Alabama Public Radio, fills us in on Alabama's primary results and their significance.
Political Primaries in Alabama and New Mexico Draw National Attention
Tuesday, June 01, 2010
Alabama and New Mexico hold political primaries today.
In Alabama, a number of noteworthy races: Rep. Parker Griffith will appear on the ballot for the first time as a Republican, after switching from the Democratic party in 2009. But will Alabama Republicans accept him as one of their own? Also in Alabama, Democratic Congressman Artur Davis is attempting to become the state's first African American nominee for governor. He's running against Agricultural Commissioner Ron Sparks.
