Local news Controversies come to a boiling point at Orange Beach council meeting Residents pressed for answers as unreleased police footage and ethics complaints deepened divisions at City Hall. Jacob HolmesJuly 9, 2026
Local news Mayor Reed proposes 2026 bond program to support Montgomery’s long-term growth The $375 million plan targeted infrastructure, housing, venues and neighborhood upgrades for city council members to begin review. Jacob HolmesJuly 9, 2026
Local news Mayor Steven Reed addresses fatal shooting of child amid otherwise promising crime stats Reed said major crime categories declined, but 6-year-old Caylee Taylor’s killing renewed pressure to stop retaliatory gunfire. Jacob HolmesJuly 7, 2026
State Foley hemp store defeats state in lawsuit after forced forfeiture of products, cash The court sided with the hemp store, dismissing the state's attempt to forfeit the cash and hemp products. Jacob HolmesJuly 6, 2026
Courts Supreme Court reaffirms birthright citizenship Alabama Republicans blasted the decision while Democrats and immigrant advocates welcomed renewed certainty for children protected by the 14th Amendment. Jacob HolmesJuly 1, 2026
Courts Litigants argue who decides Tuberville eligibility, and when Tuberville’s team argues that the courts have no role in determining eligibility in the case. Jacob HolmesJune 29, 2026
Courts Judge to hear arguments today in suit challenging Tuberville residency The case could determine whether the Republican nominee remains eligible for Alabama’s gubernatorial ballot. Jacob HolmesJune 29, 2026
Courts Alabama provider pays $300K after making false Medicaid claims Prosecutors alleged the company billed for basic living skills services for at-risk children that were never delivered. Jacob HolmesJune 25, 2026
State LWV launches voter rights restoration awareness campaign Volunteers offered confidential guidance as Alabama’s changing felony voting laws left many residents unsure whether they could cast ballots. Jacob HolmesJune 23, 2026
Local news Orange Beach council members allege mayor threatened them over body cam footage The ethics complaint detailed an April executive session and questions over why council members were not told about the police encounter. Jacob HolmesJune 19, 2026