Election Watch: Alabama voters head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 3, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Democrat Doug Jones and Republican Tommy Tuberville are vying for governor, alongside congressional and local contests and four proposed constitutional amendments. Mail-in absentee ballots must arrive by noon Election Day; hand-delivered ballots are due Monday. Economic Development: Hyundai plans another $450 million investment at its Montgomery plant to support future vehicle production, bringing its investment there to nearly $2.2 billion since 2005. Higher Education: UAB has become Alabama’s first member of the Association of American Universities, a major recognition of its research and academic work. Prisons: Gov. Kay Ivey is pressing ahead with a second new prison, while House Speaker Nathaniel Ledbetter calls for a pause and an investigation into prison costs. Community Needs: Census data show 13.7% of Alabama households received SNAP benefits; Selma had the state’s highest share, at 39%. Public Safety: Police reported a shooting at Riverchase Galleria in Hoover; there was no active threat.