Courts AshLeigh Dunham announces campaign for Alabama Supreme Court AshLeigh Dunham announced her campaign for the Alabama Supreme Court, driven by a deeply personal commitment to supporting families and challenging anti-family rulings. Staff5 days ago
Courts 5th Circuit reverses injunction against Texas library that removed challenged books Breaking with other circuit courts, the conservative 5th Circuit ruled plaintiffs have no right to receive information from libraries. Jacob HolmesMay 29, 2025
Courts Alabama midwives talk birth center ruling, 2025 session, next steps A judicial decision removes ADPH’s authority over midwifery care, enabling birth centers to operate under the state Board of Midwifery’s oversight. Wesley WalterMay 22, 2025
Courts Federal lawsuit claims Chambers County, Valley officials sought to silence protest A federal lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Alabama claims Chambers County and Valley officials weaponized law enforcement to silence protestors. Josh MoonMay 7, 2025
Courts Parents sue AMCC for failing to create patient registry, delaying cannabis access Parents demand court intervention as Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission delays treatment access despite clear legal mandates. Bill BrittApril 28, 2025
Courts Supreme Court weighs Louisiana redistricting case The high court heard a similar case in Alabama in 2023, which led to a second district that could elect a Black lawmaker. Mary Claire WootenMarch 25, 2025
Courts Appeals court denies former officer’s request to remove judge before hearing Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals denied Mac Marquette’s request, allowing his immunity hearing to proceed as scheduled. Mary Claire WootenMarch 18, 2025
Courts DOJ drops lawsuit that halted Alabama’s voter purge The suit successfully halted the program and there is currently no sign that it will be implemented again. Jacob HolmesMarch 17, 2025
Courts Louisiana redistricting case may upturn interpretation of Voting Rights Act Alabama AG Steve Marshall led an amicus brief arguing vote dilution claims are insufficient to justify so-called “racial gerrymandering.” Chance PhillipsMarch 17, 2025
Courts U.S. Supreme Court reverses state Supreme Court ruling on unemployment suit A 5-4 majority ruled the Alabama Supreme Court incorrectly decided state law didn’t allow petitioners to sue over unemployment benefits. Chance PhillipsFebruary 24, 2025