Featured Opinion Opinion | Would Alabama’s ruling class pass a 1912 civics test? A century ago, children understood the Constitution better than many in power do today. Bill BrittJuly 21, 2025
Municipal elections Birmingham Islamic Society hosts historic Hoover City Council forum With 350 attendees, the Muslim community demonstrated rising civic engagement ahead of Hoover’s August 26 municipal election. Bill BrittJuly 21, 2025
Public safety Parole Board updates guidelines to refine decision-making process The Board adopted updates, aiming to ensure parole decisions reflected both public safety priorities and the potential for rehabilitation. Bill BrittJuly 21, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | HB445 brings first arrest, exposes Alabama’s cruel hemp hypocrisy Are GOP lawmakers celebrating a political victory while patients and businesses pay the price? Bill BrittJuly 18, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | John Wahl’s censorship crusade betrays real conservative values As library funding becomes a weapon of political control, Republican Party Chairman John Wahl is leading a dangerous campaign against intellectual freedom. Bill BrittJuly 17, 2025
Economy Alabama climbs to 19th in CNBC business rankings, workforce sees big gains Workforce development and cost of living improvements lift state, but challenges in infrastructure, healthcare, and capital access remain. Bill BrittJuly 14, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The battle within: What shapes our political convictions Behind every vote lies a deeper conflict: the struggle between conscience and ambition, truth and performance. Bill BrittJuly 14, 2025
Elections Pike Road mayoral race filings show stark contrast in priorities and transparency Stone complies with campaign finance law, maintains strong bond rating; Spurlin fined for missed filings and delayed disclosures. Bill BrittJuly 8, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The danger of myth, the power of truth To move forward, we must reject grievance-driven nostalgia and reclaim truth as a civic virtue. Bill BrittJuly 7, 2025
Congress House passes Trump-backed budget slashing aid, boosting wealthy, say critics Alabama leaders warn cuts to SNAP, Medicaid will devastate vulnerable families. Bill BrittJuly 4, 2025