Lydia Nusbaum

Political Reporter

Montgomery, AL

Political Reporter Lydia Nusbaum joined WSFA and the Gray family in June of 2018.

Before moving to Alabama, she spent two years as a reporter, anchor, and producer for KOMU 8 News in Missouri. Lydia reported on the Missouri legislature and the mid-Missouri area. She covered the indictment of former Governor Eric Greitens, President Donald Trump’s two visits to Missouri, and the impact legislation could have on Missourians.

Lydia is a graduate from the University of Missouri with a Convergence Television Reporting major and Political Science minor.

As someone who loves the outdoors, Lydia enjoys spending her time hiking, hammocking or taking a jog.

Recent Articles by Lydia

Gov. Ivey open to special session on COVID-19 business liability protections

Gov. Kay Ivey said a special sessions is possible to address COVID-19 business liability protections and economic incentive packages.

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Published 4h at 9:12 PM

Alabama couple pays for internet so kids can learn from home

The students said they feel “blessed" that someone would help them.

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Published October 16, 2020 at 8:02 PM

State health officer expects COVID-19 vaccine by end of 2020

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said he expects a COVID-19 vaccine will be available by the end the year.

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Published October 15, 2020 at 7:16 PM

Thursday is last call to fill out 2020 census

Thursday, October 15th, is the last day for people to complete the 2020 census, the Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs announced.

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Published October 14, 2020 at 7:34 PM

95K Alabama students connected through free internet voucher program

Alabama Broadband Connectivity for Students gives free internet access for families with students on free or reduced lunches.

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Published October 13, 2020 at 8:32 PM

1.8 million masks to be shipped to Alabama schools next week

School systems filled out a survey requesting the number of pediatric and adult cloth masks they wanted.

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Published October 7, 2020 at 2:36 PM

Absentee ballots can be opened earlier; no poll worker shortage expected

Secretary of State John Merrill expects the number successful returned absentee ballots to skyrocket around 150,000 to 200,000 this year.

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Published October 5, 2020 at 6:43 PM

Timber owners look to receive grants to help recover from COVID-19

Qualifying timber owners who harvested timber in Alabama during the months of March through July could receive up to $10,000 in grants.

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Published October 2, 2020 at 7:25 PM

Teachers might be first in line to receive COVID-19 rapid tests

These tests provide a result in about 15 minutes and K-12 schools are on the top of the list to receive some of them.

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Published October 1, 2020 at 6:37 PM

State gas tax to increase by 2 cents Thursday

Alabama’s gas tax will increase by 2 cents Thursday.

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Published September 29, 2020 at 9:49 PM

Top U.S. agriculture leader tours Hurricane Sally damage in Alabama

Some Alabama farmers in South Alabama are trying to build back after the storm devastated pecan orchards, some peanut, soybean and cotton fields.

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Published September 28, 2020 at 8:53 PM

‘My heart hurts,’ Alabama farmer says after hurricane wipes out pecan crop

The uprooted trees mean the uprooting of 10 to 12 years of the Barfield family’s life, “because that’s how long it takes to grow a tree to get a harvest.”

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Published September 25, 2020 at 12:43 PM

FEMA can help with hurricane-damaged homes

FEMA can help some homeowners and renters with uninsured and underinsured damage in Baldwin, Mobile and Escambia counties.

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Published September 24, 2020 at 10:12 PM

About 16K absentee ballots returned so far for November election

There are 42 days until the November election.

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Published September 22, 2020 at 9:45 PM

No COVID-19 spike after Labor Day; State health leader ‘pleasantly surprised’

Daily case numbers for the most part bounced between 400 and 700 with occasional spikes.

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Published September 21, 2020 at 8:16 PM

Constant rain from Sally slows recovery efforts, officials say

One of the major concerns they’ve had Wednesday is the lack of power and cell service, specifically near the gulf coast.

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Published September 16, 2020 at 6:50 PM

County EMA directors say flooding is top concern as Sally nears

County EMA directors are tying up loose ends in preparation for Hurricane Sally.

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Published September 14, 2020 at 8:16 PM

Alabama National Guard members look back on 9/11

Members of the Alabama National Guard look back on Sept. 11, 2001, and share how it shaped why they serve today.

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Published September 11, 2020 at 6:30 PM

Ala. plans to make school coronavirus data public

Mackey said they most likely will give the total case numbers for each school district.

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Published September 10, 2020 at 7:00 PM

Absentee voting starts in Alabama: What you need to know

Wednesday was the first day Alabamians could vote absentee for the general election in November.

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Published September 9, 2020 at 9:37 PM

Ala. sees lowest initial unemployment claims since pandemic began

More than 100,00 people are still receiving unemployment benefits in the Alabama.

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Published September 8, 2020 at 2:07 PM

Protesters rally against mask mandate, restrictions outside Ala. Capitol

Dozens of people rallied outside the state Capitol to urge state leaders to get rid of some restrictions in place during the coronavirus pandemic.

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Published September 7, 2020 at 6:28 PM

Students cram into cars to use bus hotspot for virtual learning

The students said they do not have internet at home and the school will only offer virtual learning for her children right now.

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Published September 2, 2020 at 8:44 PM

ASU unveils new screening tech for students, staff

Alabama State University leaders announced it is using new technology aiming to help students stay safe during the pandemic.

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Published September 1, 2020 at 9:24 PM

Group rallies on Ala. Capitol steps for March on Washington anniversary

A rally was held at the Alabama Capitol to commemorate the 57th anniversary of the March on Washington.

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Published August 28, 2020 at 11:15 PM

Lodging tax revenue dipped $12M since March compared to 2019

Alabama saw about a $12 million dip in lodging tax revenues compared to 2019 from March to June, according to data from the state.

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Published August 26, 2020 at 8:15 PM

About 86 percent of municipalities held elections Tuesday

The Alabama Secretary of State said people cannot be denied the access to vote for not wearing a mask.

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Published August 25, 2020 at 6:49 PM

Ala. officials say state is prepared for hurricane season during pandemic

State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris said the state will not turn away people even if they can’t social distance in a shelter.

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Published August 24, 2020 at 9:25 PM

Farmer taking it ‘day by day’ as he financially recovers from pandemic

Hundreds of farmers are grappling with the financial ups and downs during the pandemic.

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Published August 21, 2020 at 8:24 PM

Some Republican lawmakers urge governor to call special session

Georgia and Tennessee recently passed legislation to curb COVID-19-related lawsuits against businesses in certain situations. Some Republican lawmakers want Alabama to do the same.

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Published August 20, 2020 at 9:18 PM

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