State Alabama Ethics Commission clears campaign funds for lawsuit Alabama Ethics Commission says Representative Matt Simpson’s campaign can use funds for a potential defamation lawsuit over political advertisements. Mary Claire Wooten14 hours ago
Elections Federal court blocks SB 1, protects voting access for disabled voters Ruling prohibits Alabama from restricting assistance for disabled, blind, and low-literacy voters in 2024 election. Bill BrittSeptember 25, 2024
Courts Group sues Chey Garrigan, Alabama Cannabis Industry Association for fraud Avail Professional Services accused Garrigan and her start-up, the Alabama Cannabis Industry Association, of engaging in fraud, misrepresentation, and breach of contract. Bill BrittSeptember 25, 2024
Public safety Gov. Ivey clarifies: no plans to deploy National Guard in Birmingham State Rep. Juandalynn Givan said Monday that Birmingham is “one step away from having to call in the National Guard.” Jacob HolmesSeptember 25, 2024
Congress Sen. Britt introduces new bill to add warning labels to social media The so-called "Stop the Scroll Act" would require social media platforms to add a warning label. Alex JobinSeptember 25, 2024
Education Troy Chancellor Hawkins reflects on diversity, legacy at university Hawkins, who has served as chancellor at Troy since 1989, is the longest-serving chief executive of a public university in the United States. Wesley WalterSeptember 25, 2024
Congress Rep. Sewell honors victims of Birmingham’s Five Points South shooting "The members of this body cannot continue to sit by as family after family, community after community are torn apart," Sewell said. StaffSeptember 25, 2024
Education Prattville Library argues book selection is “government speech” in new filing The Autauga-Prattville Public Library board of trustees is asking a federal judge to deny a motion for a preliminary injunction. Jacob HolmesSeptember 24, 2024
Education League of Women Voters hosts panel on Alabama library attacks for “Banned Books Week” Panelists discussed a year of "attacks" on state libraries. Jacob HolmesSeptember 24, 2024
Congress Sens. Britt, Tuberville propose bill penalizing U.S. asset seizure Alabama senators introduced a bill to penalize Mexico seizing Vulcan Materials' property and protect U.S. economic interests overall. Mary Claire WootenSeptember 24, 2024
News Opinion | There should be no more changes to election laws during the 2024 election cycle At this late stage, any further changes will only serve to undermine confidence in the voting systems. John MerrillSeptember 24, 2024