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: Gambling is running ‘rampant’ in Alabama

Gov. Kay Ivey is advocating for state lawmakers to pass a lottery bill within a comprehensive gaming package.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published April 9, 2021 at 6:29 PM

Alabama medical marijuana bill passes another legislative hurdle

The House judiciary committee approved the bill.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published April 7, 2021 at 4:21 PM

Alcohol delivery bill headed to Gov. Ivey’s desk

The bill, that passed Tuesday, would allow for beer, wine and spirits to be shipped directly to homes.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published April 6, 2021 at 6:23 PM

Alabama lawmakers weigh in on gun control legislation

Several people in Congress say it’s time for gun control legislation, but there is pushback from leaders in Alabama.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published March 24, 2021 at 5:54 PM

Ivey reflects on 1-year mark of COVID-19 pandemic

Gov. Kay Ivey announced the statewide mask mandate will end after April 9th. WSFA asked what move the governor would make if coronavirus cases climbed.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published March 12, 2021 at 6:35 PM

Alabama Senate votes down gambling, lottery bill

The Alabama Senate has voted down a constitutional amendment to legalize gambling in Alabama.

Lydia Nusbaum and WSFA Staff

Published March 9, 2021 at 5:34 PM

Lawsuit filed against Alabama Sen. Del Marsh over gambling bill

A lawsuit was filed Monday against Alabama Sen. Del Marsh.

Lydia Nusbaum and Morgan Carlson

Published March 8, 2021 at 3:08 PM

Alabama Senate passes bill banning transgender treatments for minors

Senate Bill 10, called the Vulnerable Child Compassion and Protection Act, passed 23-4 Tuesday afternoon. It now goes to the House.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published March 2, 2021 at 6:07 PM

Alabama lawmakers debate distracted driving bill

Some Alabama lawmakers say using cellphones while driving is too dangerous.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published February 25, 2021 at 6:28 PM

Alabama House debates bill to allow no-excuse absentee voting

An Alabama House committee debated a bill that would allow you to vote absentee without having to provide an excuse.

Lydia Nusbaum and WSFA Staff

Published February 24, 2021 at 9:36 PM

Lawmaker to propose bill that increases penalties for rioters

State Rep. Allen Treadaway, R-Morris, plans to introduce legislation that would create new crimes and penalties for rioters.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published February 17, 2021 at 8:45 PM

Money from lottery proposal could help with teacher shortage

Some state lawmakers hope money from a lottery proposal would encourage more teachers to work in Alabama.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published February 16, 2021 at 8:58 PM

Bill would allow Alabama businesses to stay open during state of emergency due to pandemic

One Alabama lawmaker filed a bill that would allow businesses to remain open if they can follow the guidelines issued by the state and local government during a state of emergency related to a pandemic.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published December 30, 2020 at 7:36 PM

Finance director ‘confident’ most CARES Act money will be spent by deadline

Alabama received about $1.7 billion from the the federal government’s CARES Act with a Dec. 31 deadline to spend the money, according to the Alabama Department of Finance. If the money is not spent, the state will need to send it back to the federal government.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published December 2, 2020 at 10:16 PM

State superintendent says thousands of public students no longer enrolled

State Superintendent Eric Mackey said the students may be enrolled in a private school or home-schooled. They may also be at home.\

Lydia Nusbaum

Published December 1, 2020 at 6:42 PM

Dr. Mackey: “Grades are down” for virtual learning students

State Superintendent Dr. Eric Mackey said grades are dropping, especially for virtual learning students in Alabama.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published November 13, 2020 at 6:35 PM

Groups want unspent CARES Act money for business grants

And with time running out to spend that money, groups including the Alabama Restaurant and Hospitality Association and the National Federation of Independent businesses are asking state leaders to dish out more grants for small businesses.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published November 6, 2020 at 6:47 PM

Alabama couple pays for internet so kids can learn from home

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

Lydia Nusbaum

Published October 16, 2020 at 8:02 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.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published October 13, 2020 at 8:32 PM

State gas tax to increase by 2 cents Thursday

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

Lydia Nusbaum

Published September 29, 2020 at 9:49 PM

About 16K absentee ballots returned so far for November election

There are 42 days until the November election.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published September 22, 2020 at 9:45 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.

Lydia Nusbaum

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.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published September 1, 2020 at 9:24 PM

Alabama unemployment trust fund running low, state could borrow from feds

Alabama’s Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund is running low after dropping from $700 million to about $200 million since the pandemic began.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published August 7, 2020 at 7:48 PM

First seeds, now people are receiving unordered masks in the mail

There are several different scams related to unordered packages.

Lydia Nusbaum

Published August 6, 2020 at 10:41 PM

Alabama provides safety guidelines for if someone is sick at school

ADPH encouraged schools to have seating charts for school buses and inside classrooms. That seating chart would then be sent to ADPH to help contact trace.