Courts A potential settlement in the long-running Mable Amos Trust case A settlement order entered by a Montgomery County judge on Thursday could bring to a close the long-running Mable Amos Trust case. Josh Moon13 hours ago
Courts Judge grants release of Campos-Reyes pending fraud trial Tears were shed and hugs were shared Wednesday after a judge denied the U.S. Government's request to keep Cesar Campos-Reyes behind bars. Jacob HolmesJuly 24, 2025
Elections Republican primary for House District 12 heads to run-off The district has been represented by Republicans since 2010, so the August 12 run-off will likely determine the next HD12 representative. Chance PhillipsJuly 24, 2025
Prisons Families ask legislators not to “shove old problems into shiny, new buildings” At Alabama’s annual prison oversight hearing, testimonies highlighted poor conditions, parole guideline issues and the violent nature of the system. Mary Claire WootenJuly 24, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell cosigns amendment to limit presidential immunity Rep. Sewell backed an amendment to ensure no government official, including the president, is immune from criminal prosecution for official acts. Wesley WalterJuly 24, 2025
Congress Rep. Figures introduces bills to support first-time parents, lower baby costs Figures introduced two new bills, aiming to provide financial relief to new parents and ensure essential baby products remain affordable. StaffJuly 24, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt joins colleagues to introduce the Safe Baby Formula Act This new legislation sought to ban toxic heavy metals from baby formula, requiring the FDA to study their effects. StaffJuly 24, 2025
Infrastructure Local leaders celebrate new EV charging station in Smiths Station The station provides easy charging for travelers on U.S. 280, a crucial corridor. Funding from ADECA's program made it possible. StaffJuly 24, 2025
Elections Alabama FarmPAC endorses Young Boozer for re-election as state treasurer The Alabama Farmers Federation's political action committee announced its support for Young Boozer, citing his record of fiscal management. StaffJuly 24, 2025
Prisons ACLU of Alabama presses lawmakers to address prison death reporting shortfalls The organization asked Alabama lawmakers to improve prison death reporting and transparency ahead of today’s Joint Prison Oversight Committee hearing. Mary Claire WootenJuly 23, 2025
Congress Alabama federal lawmakers respond to partial release of frozen education funds The partial release of withheld education funds drew support from Trump ally Senator Katie Britt and criticism from Representative Terri Sewell. Wesley WalterJuly 23, 2025