Courts Opinion | This is not about Tuberville. It is about the Constitution Court dismissed the challenge, but Alabama still deserves an answer on whether its Constitution can be enforced before voters decide. Bill Britt4 days ago
Courts Federal judge blocks Alabama law criminalizing medical care for transgender youth Trump-appointed U.S. District Judge Liles Burke found that the plaintiffs are substantially likely to win their case on multiple grounds. Jacob HolmesMay 16, 2022
Courts Law criminalizing transgender medical care takes effect U.S. District Judge Liles Burke has not yet issued a ruling on a preliminary injunction. A hearing on the injunction concluded Friday afternoon. Jacob HolmesMay 9, 2022
Courts Alabama law criminalizing care for transgender youth faces storm of legal challenges It has already accrued a number of lawsuits challenging its legality since its passage during the 2022 legislative session. John H. GlennMay 9, 2022
Courts Doctors testify against Alabama law criminalizing transgender medical treatment The lawsuit was filed on behalf of four families of transgender children, two doctors treating them and a pastor working with transgender youth. Jacob HolmesMay 6, 2022
Courts What’s next for abortion access in Alabama if Roe v. Wade is overturned? Eric Johnston, who authored the 2019 abortion ban in question, said the process could move very quickly. Jacob HolmesMay 5, 2022
Courts Draft opinion signals Supreme Court intent to overturn Roe v. Wade Alabama Republicans praised the chance at overturning the landmark decision, but expressed concern about the draft being leaked. Jacob HolmesMay 3, 2022
Courts Justice Department challenges Alabama law criminalizing gender-transitioning medical care The complaint alleges that the law violates the Fourteenth Amendment’s Equal Protection Clause. StaffMay 2, 2022
Courts Civil, LGBTQ rights groups file suit against bill banning transgender medical care Doctors face criminal penalties including up to 10 years in prison if they continue to provide medical treatment to transgender children. Jacob HolmesApril 12, 2022
Courts Alabama families file suit against bill banning transgender medical care The families allege the new law violates the Equal Protection Clause of the U.S. Constitution. John H. GlennApril 12, 2022
Courts Judge tosses case against Clarke County sheriff A judge ruled Wednesday that former Sheriff Ray Norris had entered into a plea agreement with the AG's office. Josh MoonMarch 24, 2022