Legislature Alabama Senate’s “What is a Woman” bill passes committee The bill, introduced by Sen. April Weaver, now receives a second reading in the Senate. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama House Democratic Caucus responds to Gov. Ivey’s State of the State Rep. Ontario Tillman outlined the "Forward for Freedom" agenda as it compares with Ivey's legislative goals. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 5, 2025
Prisons Federal judge allows Demetrius Frazier’s execution to proceed Frazier is the fourth person to be subjected to the new execution method. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 4, 2025
Courts Plaintiffs seek preliminary injunction in SB129 suit A federal lawsuit was filed earlier this month, and SB129 took effect in October. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 31, 2025
Local news Birmingham, Jefferson County launch data-driven violence reduction initiative The Birmingham-Jefferson County Justice Governance Partnership aims to reduce violence through evidence-based strategies. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 30, 2025
Legislature Prefiled bill would incentivize donations to rural hospitals with tax credits State Rep. Terri Collins prefiled HB86, which aims to strengthen rural hospitals in Alabama. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 29, 2025
State PARCA: Alabama tax collections per capita remain among lowest in the nation Alabama ranks near the bottom in per capita tax collections, relying on high sales taxes and low property taxes. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 28, 2025
Legislature ACLU of Alabama releases 2025 Legislative Agenda The ACLU of Alabama’s 2025 priorities include criminal justice reform, voting rights, reproductive justice and protecting First Amendment freedoms. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 24, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt backs Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act The bill would require care for infants born alive after failed abortions. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 23, 2025
Local news Birmingham Police recruitment efforts show positive progress Birmingham's $16 million police recruitment plan sees positive results, with new candidates and increased academy participation. Mary Claire WootenJanuary 22, 2025