Courts Alabama attorney general defends Auburn baseball prayers, Christian uniforms Marshall defended team conduct, after a church-state watchdog condemned coach-led prayers and uniforms featuring a cross and the phrase “Jesus Won." Wesley WalterJune 30, 2026
Courts Alabama Supreme Court creates Commission on Adult Guardianships and Conservatorships The commission is comprised of 20 members appointed by the Supreme Court of Alabama. StaffMay 24, 2021
Courts Alabama man charged with conspiracy in U.S. Capitol attack Joshua James, of Arab, is charged with conspiring to stop Congress from counting Electoral College votes. Eddie BurkhalterApril 2, 2021
Congress SPLC warns election fraud claims may solidify as “key belief” of the far right President Trump’s rhetoric is inspiring white supremacist and far-right extremists to violence, the SPLC says. Micah DanneyDecember 15, 2020
Courts Supreme Court rejects Texas lawsuit challenging election results The state of Alabama was one of 18 states that joined Texas in its bid to have the Supreme Court overturn Biden’s victory. Brandon MoseleyDecember 13, 2020
Courts Alabama AG joined election lawsuit despite similar changes in Alabama The lawsuit is widely viewed by legal experts as little more than a publicity stunt. Josh MoonDecember 11, 2020
Courts SCOTUS majority seems likely to uphold Affordable Care Act The U.S. Supreme Court will return to hear more arguments in the case on Nov. 30. Eddie BurkhalterNovember 10, 2020
Congress Poll watchers in Alabama report massive turnout, long waits and machine shortages One observer spoke to multiple people in long lines who vowed that they are ready to wait all night if they have to. Micah DanneyNovember 3, 2020
Courts Aderholt fully supports Barrett’s confirmation process Confirmation hearings began last week and a vote on her confirmation is expected in the next week just days before the general election. Brandon MoseleyOctober 20, 2020
Courts Lawsuit alleges “religious test” on Alabama voter registration form Plaintiffs say the phrase “so help me God” amounts to a mandatory religious oath. Micah DanneyOctober 5, 2020
Courts Vestavia doctor sentenced to 30 years for producing child porn A federal judge sentenced Ronald Tai Young Moon Jr. of Vestavia Hills, 56, to 30 years in prison. Brandon MoseleyOctober 1, 2020