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 Lawsuit alleges abuses at another for-profit youth treatment facility The lawsuit filed on behalf of a 17-year-old alleges serious abuse and neglect at a Tuskegee treatment facility. Josh MoonAugust 28, 2024
Courts Alabama United States attorney announces resignation Middle District of Alabama U.S. Attorney Jonathan S. Ross has announced his resignation effective Aug. 24. StaffAugust 27, 2024
Courts Alabama Supreme Court won’t rehear case on UMC split The major split in the denomination comes after the denomination voted earlier this year to end prohibitions on same-sex marriage. Jacob HolmesAugust 26, 2024
Courts Former Houston County assistant district attorney convicted of ethics charges The Houston County jury heard evidence that Johnson used his position as a county prosecutor to solicit and receive sexual favors. StaffAugust 26, 2024
Courts Supreme Court allows block to remain in place on most new Title IX regulations The decision means the Title IX provisions currently enjoined in Alabama will remain blocked until further litigation. Jacob HolmesAugust 19, 2024
Courts State investigation results in complaint against Dale County judge Dale County District Judge Stuart K. Smith is accused of failing to maintain his docket and delaying cases by months to years. Mary Claire WootenAugust 15, 2024
Courts Judge sets schedule for briefing preliminary injunction in Prattville Library suit A preliminary injunction would signal a likelihood of success on the merits of the case. Jacob HolmesAugust 9, 2024
Courts Plaintiffs seek preliminary injunction in Prattville Library suit Plaintiffs are hoping to have their request for preliminary injunction fully briefed within two months. Jacob HolmesAugust 8, 2024
Courts Federal lawsuit in Decatur Police shooting hanging by a thread A federal judge dismissed several claims in a federal lawsuit filed by the family of Stephen Perkins, who was killed by Decatur Police. Josh MoonAugust 8, 2024
Courts 11th Circuit blocks Title IX final rule from taking effect in Alabama Amid a wave of states and organizations attempting to block the new Title IX rules, the 11th Circuit granted an administrative injunction. Mary Claire WootenAugust 2, 2024