Courts Perry Hooper’s alleged victim “heartbroken, outraged” by recent pleadings In the statement, Elizabeth Daly said the last words she heard from Hooper were "I’ll get away with it, because I’m Perry Hooper." Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2023
Courts Attorney for Perry Hooper wants to release video of incident to the public "He put a hand on the hip, pecked on the cheek," Hooper's attorney, Tommy Gallion, said. Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2023
Congress Sen. Katie Britt, colleagues reintroduce Full Faith and Credit Act The act prioritizes funding for the military, veterans and seniors should the U.S. hit its debt ceiling. Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2023
State Alabama Policy Institute names Stephanie Smith new CEO Smith will be the third president and CEO of API, stepping in for Caleb Crosby. Jacob HolmesJanuary 26, 2023
Health State has spent nearly $1.7M on experts, lawyers in transgender medical care suit The state spent more than $500,000 on experts and nearly $1 million on legal counsel from influential D.C. law firm Cooper and Kirk. Jacob HolmesJanuary 25, 2023
Legislature State Rep. Paschal appointed vice chair of military, veterans committee Paschal said he believes his 21 years of Army service will bring a needed perspective to the committee. Jacob HolmesJanuary 24, 2023
Governor Ivey signs executive order reinforcing existing religious freedom laws Among other things, the order specifies that employers should allow religious expression to the same extent as other personal expression. Jacob HolmesJanuary 24, 2023
State DHR offering SNAP Replacement benefits to seven counties following Jan. 12 tornadoes Eligible SNAP recipients can request replacement benefits in their local DHR offices. Jacob HolmesJanuary 23, 2023
Party politics Alabama Democratic Party factions fight over proposed bylaw changes Tensions ran high at the State Democratic Executive Committee on Saturday as members fought over changes. Jacob HolmesJanuary 23, 2023
Legislature New Hoover Rep. Mike Shaw seeks to consider unintended consequences of legislation Shaw has spent 30 years in the technology sector as well as six years on the Hoover City Council. Jacob HolmesJanuary 19, 2023