Courts Judge, DA both recuse themselves from Fayette County sex offender case The decision to approve house arrest for Timothy Vess Benton was affected by Leigh Gwathney leaving Alabama’s parole board, Judge Junkin wrote. Chance Phillips2 days ago
Courts “We’re not back at square one.” Federal court refuses to relitigate Section Two violation Republicans in the state Legislature reportedly crafted the new map with the intent of once again provoking a U.S. Supreme Court challenge. Jacob HolmesAugust 3, 2023
Courts Sheffield police officer convicted of December assault on Black man Sheffield Police Chief Ricky Terry has filed paperwork to terminate Lt. Max Dotson, according to reports. Patrick DarringtonJuly 26, 2023
Courts Black man bitten by police dog sues city and officers involved Attorneys representing Long have filed a federal lawsuit against the officers involved and the City of Sheffield, Alabama. Patrick DarringtonJune 29, 2023
Courts Rep. Sewell to commemorate 10th Anniversary of the Shelby County vs. Holder decision On June 25, 2013, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and unleashed a wave of voting restrictions. StaffJune 27, 2023
Courts Arkansas federal judge strikes down transgender care law. What about Alabama’s? The case reinforces the likelihood of Alabama loses its lawsuit over a similar law criminalizing the provision of gender-affirming care. Jacob HolmesJune 21, 2023
Courts ALDOT director charged in relation to property dispute A personal attorney for Cooper said the charges stem from a property dispute with his neighbor. Jacob HolmesJune 13, 2023
Courts Political leaders react to Supreme Court’s rejection of congressional map New Congressional districts could have huge effects on Alabama's Congressional delegation. Jacob HolmesJune 9, 2023
Congress Sewell: SCOTUS decision a “historic victory” for Black voters in Alabama “Today was a historic win,” Sewell said. "It was a win for democracy itself.” Patrick DarringtonJune 9, 2023
Courts Bridges battle continues: Fate of ALDOT’s constitutional authority hangs in the balance The lawsuit surrounds the state's effort to build a free-access bridge to connect Alabama's beach cities. Bill BrittJune 5, 2023
Courts SCOTUS decision on Alabama’s congressional districts to come within the month The decision could impact the state's congressional districts as soon as the 2026 election. Jacob HolmesMay 23, 2023