Courts 5th Circuit reverses injunction against Texas library that removed challenged books Breaking with other circuit courts, the conservative 5th Circuit ruled plaintiffs have no right to receive information from libraries. Jacob Holmes12 hours ago
Elections Wilkins challenges Palmer to congressional debate Wilkins said he will donate $10,000 to an Alabama veterans’ charity of Palmer’s choosing if Palmer will agree to a debate. Jacob HolmesJanuary 3, 2024
News Manufacture Alabama announced additional leadership changes Robin Ricks has been appointed VP of policy and advocacy, while Amanda Salazar will assume the role of VP of communications and membership. StaffJanuary 3, 2024
National 2024: Diverging state laws focus on book bans, LGBTQ+ rights in the US The year 2024 could prove critical as the country grapples with reconciling its cherished ideals with the realities of its diverse and often divided... Bill BrittJanuary 2, 2024
State State laws take effect as 2024 begins Several new laws went into effect Monday, including one that ended the state's tax on overtime pay. Jacob HolmesJanuary 2, 2024
Economy Report: Alabama’s housing market is poised to rebound in 2024 Positive indicators, such as steadily declining interest and inflation rates, offer strong hope for a rebound in the coming year. StaffJanuary 2, 2024
Economy Alabama’s labor force participation rate increases to 57.1 percent Alabama’s November unemployment rate was 2.4 percent, up slightly from 2.3 percent in October. StaffJanuary 2, 2024
State Kim Kardashian: Toforest Johnson is an innocent man Despite evidence suggesting his innocence, Attorney General Steve Marshall continues to argue in court to deny Johnson’s petition for a new trial. Patrick DarringtonJanuary 1, 2024
Elections Numerous candidates disqualified on technical errors Republican candidates said they were targeted, but Democrats have been removed, too. Jacob HolmesJanuary 1, 2024
Prisons Incarcerated individual may have allegedly been beaten to death by officers ADOC’s Law Enforcement Services Division is investigating McCloud’s death. Patrick DarringtonDecember 29, 2023
State Judge allows cannabis licensing to move forward This is the third round of license awards by the AMCC, but the first time the issuance was not stayed by the court. Brandon MoseleyDecember 29, 2023