Congress Rep. Sewell cosponsors constitutional amendment on presidential immunity The recently proposed amendment would strip presidents of their newfound immunity surrounding official acts and ban self-pardons. Chance PhillipsJuly 26, 2024
Legislature Rep. Treadaway: Birmingham, Montgomery police have staffing issues Recently recognized as the “Crime Stopper of the Year,” Rep. Treadaway will sit on a new committee on urban crime. Chance PhillipsJuly 26, 2024
Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance PhillipsJuly 25, 2024
Congress Alabama members of Congress applaud Israeli prime minister Sen. Tommy Tuberville said Netanyahu, who has been accused by the ICC of committing war crimes, is “what leadership looks like.” Chance PhillipsJuly 25, 2024
State AG Marshall opposes rescheduling marijuana, calls it a “cheap ploy” Steve Marshall joined ten other state attorneys general in claiming rescheduling marijuana is illegal, against international law, and unwarranted. Chance PhillipsJuly 24, 2024
Education University of Alabama shuts down DEI office to comply with state law The new UA website meant to explain the effects of SB129 describes new restrictions on UA instructors in detail. Chance PhillipsJuly 24, 2024
Elections Yes, Kamala Harris can be on the ballot in Alabama Now endorsed by the Alabama Democratic Party, Kamala Harris will be on the November ballot if she wins the nomination. Chance PhillipsJuly 23, 2024
Congress Rep. Palmer: Secret Service director should resign after Trump assassination attempt Following questioning Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle on Monday, Palmer called for her to “resign immediately.” Chance PhillipsJuly 23, 2024
President Alabama politicians react to Biden bowing out of the 2024 election After President Biden announced he won’t accept the Democratic nomination, Alabama Republicans quickly pivoted to attacking Vice President Kamala Harris. Chance PhillipsJuly 22, 2024
Economy Home prices and number of sales continue to rise: Alabama Realtors During a national housing crisis, home prices in Alabama have kept increasing but still remain below historic peaks. Chance PhillipsJuly 22, 2024