State AG Marshall opposes rescheduling marijuana, calls it a “cheap ploy” Steve Marshall joined ten other state attorneys general in claiming rescheduling marijuana is illegal, against international law, and unwarranted. Chance Phillips12 hours ago
Public safety Former sheriff’s deputy sentenced to 29 months after beating restrained detainee Blake Hicks was sentenced Monday after repeatedly punching and kicking a man who’d been tased and who was in handcuffs. Chance PhillipsJune 25, 2024
Education Prattville Library approves workaround for LGBT book ban The Autauga-Prattville Public Library board of trustees ended its outright ban on LGBT books Monday. Jacob HolmesJune 25, 2024
Infrastructure Rep. Sewell announces $14 million in grants for York, Fairfield The grants will be used to reduce blocked railroad crossings, enhance transportation network, and more. StaffJune 25, 2024
Environment Alabama State Parks adding 12 pollinator gardens thanks to grant funding A RC&D grant will fund development of 12 pollinator gardens at state parks throughout the state. StaffJune 24, 2024
State Alabama National Guard promotes newest general Maj. Gen. Thomas Vickers was sworn into his increased rank and responsibility on June 21. StaffJune 24, 2024
Education Board votes to extend Alabama A&M president’s contract to 2030 Wims assumed the AAMU presidency in January 2022. StaffJune 24, 2024
State Alabama’s ties to “Project 2025” Multiple organizations active in Alabama have signed on as “coalition partners” for Project 2025. Jacob HolmesJune 21, 2024
Prisons Judge rules against inmates suing state over racism in parole process Ongoing lawsuit reveals racial disparity in paroles after 2019 reforms and that an ABPP chair resigned over “openly racist practices.” Chance PhillipsJune 21, 2024
Prisons Incarcerated prison reform advocate Shaun Traywick denied parole The Board of Pardons and Paroles unanimously denied parole to prison reform activist Shaun Traywick, also known as Swift Justice. Chance PhillipsJune 20, 2024
State Alabama DHR hopes to expand adult foster care to address needs Alabama is working towards adding an adult foster care home in every county as reports of adult abuse rise in the state. Mary Claire WootenJune 20, 2024