Capitol Journal

The team is on site at the Business Council of Alabama's Governmental Affairs Conference in Point Clear.

Guests include House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter, Senate President Pro Tem Garlan Gudger, Congressman Robert Aderholt, BCA President & CEO Helena Duncan and BCA Chairman Mark Drew of Protective Life Corporation.

State School Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey

Alabama Emergency Management Director Jeff Smitherman

Big news for the gulf coast as the state is finally set to move forward with construction of the I-10 Mobile River Bridge. Alex Angle that story. More developments on the Tommy Tuberville residency issue as a Montgomery judge makes a key ruling. The state's two flagship university are joining forces to oppose legislation moving in Congress. We'll explain the details. A major Capital City hospital is saved from closure, at least for now. Randy Scott will tell us more. More progress on the highly anticipated new State House with the next legislative session just six months away. Jeff Sanders has that story. �� Joining us in studio this week, State Senator Chris Elliott of Baldwin County talks about the new bridge deal and what it will mean for the Gulf Coast. And acclaimed actress and director Dr. Tonea Stewart shares her latest film project and discusses her efforts to grow the film industry in Alabama.

Dr. Richard Bailey

Sally Smith

Melanie Poole with Natalie Steed

Rep. Barry Moore

Jared Hudson

Dr. David Thrasher

We're covering the week that was in Alabama government and politics. Turning our focus to the June 16 runoff, Todd welcomes the GOP candidates for lt. governor and pollster Michael Lowry. And with Girls State this week, Todd sits down with the new governor and chief of staff.

Another week, another round of rulings on congressional district lines. We'll catch you up on the latest. Todd's guests:

@AGSteveMarshall

@repscfigures

@alboysstate

's William Ellard & Will Burgess