Party politics Christian Coalition of Alabama adds Perry Hooper Jr. to board Hooper faced credible allegations of sexual abuse in 2022 when he reportedly groped a hostess at a Montgomery restaurant. Jacob Holmes4 hours ago
Education March 31 deadline for CHOOSE Act applications approaches The governor urged eligible Alabama families to apply for or renew educational funding through the state's school choice program by March 31. StaffMarch 24, 2026
State State audit finds major issues with Alabama Medical Cannabis Commission The AMCC repeatedly violated the state's Open Meetings Act and overpaid a law firm by more than $200,000. Josh MoonMarch 23, 2026
Education Alabama nonprofit becomes state’s first J-1 exchange visa sponsor The nonprofit became Alabama’s first organization authorized to sponsor BridgeUSA international teachers and interns. StaffMarch 20, 2026
Education House committee advances Ten Commandments display bill The House Judiciary Committee advanced a bill requiring the Ten Commandments to be displayed in some school classrooms. Mary Claire WootenMarch 19, 2026
Environment Committee advances bill regulating utility-scale solar farms The House State Government advanced HB623, which requires cleanup plans for solar farms and empowers counties to regulate project development. Mary Claire WootenMarch 19, 2026
Legislature Bill to tax foreign remittances receives public hearing “So I would have to fill out additional forms, and I’m a tax-paying citizen?” Representative Andy Whitt asked the bill’s sponsor. Chance PhillipsMarch 19, 2026
Legislature Committee weighs bill to criminalize “interference with a first responder” Proponents argued the measure addresses safety issues, while opponents warned it could limit police accountability and First Amendment rights. Alex JobinMarch 19, 2026
Health Bill to raise EMS reimbursement rates advances to House vote An Alabama House committee advanced a bill designed to support struggling EMS providers, while insurers warned the legislation would raise premiums. Wesley WalterMarch 18, 2026
Prisons LWVAL commends steps toward prison reform in Alabama The League of Women Voters praised a newly negotiated pilot program aimed at improving oversight and safety in state correctional facilities. StaffMarch 18, 2026
Opinion Opinion | Crime that happens in prison is still crime Are violent acts within Alabama's prisons acceptable forms of punishment sanctioned by the state? Josh MoonMarch 17, 2026