News Faith leaders protest outside Sen. Britt’s office, demand Big Beautiful Bill reversal Clergy and community leaders peacefully demonstrated, demanding an end to cuts to healthcare, food assistance and other social safety net programs. Alex JobinOctober 21, 2025
News Huntsville Starbucks worker faces controversial firing, union demands reinstatement Briar Wolf was fired after an incident involving an individual tearing down a Pride flag, prompting union demands for reinstatement. Alex JobinOctober 20, 2025
News Gov. Ivey officially launches Alabama Department of Workforce The goal is to streamline the state’s workforce development efforts, in part by consolidating previously fragmented workforce programs. Alex JobinOctober 17, 2025
Education Troy University to cover tuition assistance for military students affected by shutdown Troy University announced it will offer a scholarship equal to tuition assistance for military students affected by the government shutdown. Alex JobinOctober 16, 2025
National Alabamians prep for second wave of “No Kings” protests Millions of Americans are set to voice their opposition to increasingly authoritarian actions by the Trump administration in a coordinated grassroots effort. Alex JobinOctober 15, 2025
State ABC board revises proposed hemp rules, lessening burden on retailers The board approved new rules for consumable THC and hemp products, revising initial proposals to ease burdens on retailers after public comment. Alex JobinOctober 14, 2025
Legislature Alabama Arise announces new policy priorities for 2026 After tallying votes, Arise announced it would focus on seven policy areas next year, including health equity and justice reform. Alex JobinOctober 13, 2025
Courts AG Marshall signs onto amicus brief supporting deployment of National Guard to Chicago Alabama's attorney general joined a legal effort supporting the Trump administration's plan to deploy National Guard members to Chicago. Alex JobinOctober 10, 2025
National Senate committee holds NRC nomination hearing for Southern Power executive Ho Nieh Ho Nieh, Trump's nominee for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, served the agency for 23 years in various leadership roles. Alex JobinOctober 9, 2025
News Alabama Athletic Commission shuts down illegal fighting event in Cherokee County Authorities shut down an unlicensed combat sports event near Weiss Lake, citing dangerous conditions and violations of Alabama law. Alex JobinOctober 8, 2025