Prisons Protestors call for prison guard accountability Lawmakers overseeing the prisons discussed expanding accountability for how complaints are addressed. Jacob Holmes28 minutes ago
Courts Grand jury indicts SPLC in federal case on paid informants Prosecutors alleged the civil rights watchdog hid payments to infiltrators, while the organization said secrecy protected sources and helped prevent violence. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
Courts Woman arrested for wearing phallic costume to Fairhope protest acquitted A countersuit is planned alleging the arrest violated the woman's First Amendment rights. Jacob HolmesApril 16, 2026
Party politics Christian Coalition of Alabama adds Perry Hooper Jr. to board Hooper faced credible allegations of sexual abuse in 2022 when he reportedly groped a hostess at a Montgomery restaurant. Jacob HolmesApril 16, 2026
Prisons Protestors call for firing of killer corrections officer Families and advocates gathered outside an Alabama prison, citing years of alleged abuse, costly settlements and a lack of accountability. Jacob HolmesApril 15, 2026
Legislature Controversial bills die on verge of passing Legislature Numerous bills that received much attention during session died three-fourths through the process. Jacob HolmesApril 13, 2026
Elections Bill to close primaries dies without vote A top GOP priority collapsed on the session’s final day, leaving Alabama’s open primaries intact despite pressure from party leaders. Jacob HolmesApril 10, 2026
Governor House passes bill criminalizing improper dog tethering Despite fierce pushback from agricultural groups and rural lawmakers, the Alabama House approved new standards for outside dog enclosures. Jacob HolmesApril 9, 2026
Legislature Bill to close primaries moves to Senate on what could be session’s final day An Alabama Senate committee approved legislation requiring voters to register with a political party to participate in primary elections. Jacob HolmesApril 9, 2026
Legislature Inmates up for parole will finally be able to attend their own hearings The Alabama House unanimously passed bipartisan legislation allowing incarcerated individuals to remotely put a face and voice to their applications. Jacob HolmesApril 8, 2026