Elections Barry Moore launches US Senate bid, vows to back Trump and fight D.C. “swamp” Moore entered Alabama’s U.S. Senate race, vowing to back Trump, push the America First agenda, and take on what he calls the Washington “swamp.” Staff9 hours ago
Elections Myrex, Hollingsworth likely headed to runoff in HD12 GOP race With no candidate earning 50 percent, top two finishers in Cullman County primary appear set for August 12 runoff. StaffJuly 16, 2025
State Big 10 Mayors demand overhaul of Alabama’s flawed online sales tax system Alabama's largest city leaders are backing lawsuits and legislation to reform the state's outdated online sales tax structure. StaffJuly 16, 2025
Elections ALGOP announces candidates for HD13 special election Republican primary The special primary election will take place on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. StaffJuly 16, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell announces $25M public transportation grant for Birmingham, Jefferson County The grant will enable BJCTA to adopt cutting-edge technologies and cleaner energy solutions, including hydrogen fuel cell buses. StaffJuly 16, 2025
Prisons Hal Nash officially sworn in as new chair of parole board Nash is replacing controversial parole board chair Leigh Gwathney, who oversaw a sharp decline in parole approvals. Jacob HolmesJuly 15, 2025
Courts City of Mountain Brook votes to join Tuscaloosa in lawsuit over online sales tax As online sales tax revenue has grown, so have arguments over how the funding is distributed. Jacob HolmesJuly 15, 2025
Local news Homewood mayor urges ALEA to release bodycam footage in fatal shooting Mayor Alex Wyatt released a statement Monday urging ALEA to release bodycam footage to Jabari Peoples’ family amid calls for transparency. Mary Claire WootenJuly 15, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell honors the legacy of John Lewis ahead of fifth anniversary of his passing Sewell honored John Lewis’s unwavering spirit and impactful words, reflecting on his final charge to never give up, even in troubling times. StaffJuly 15, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey announces Vaquito, the work zone safety dog, as honorary ALEA trooper Vaquito, a certified service dog and official safety dog, was sworn in as an honorary ALEA Trooper during a special Capitol ceremony. StaffJuly 15, 2025
Elections BCA’s ProgressPAC endorses Jay Mitchell in AG campaign ProgressPAC cited Mitchell’s longstanding relationship with the organization, his judicial temperament, and legal expertise. StaffJuly 15, 2025