Courts Federal lawsuit claims Chambers County, Valley officials sought to silence protest A federal lawsuit filed by the ACLU of Alabama claims Chambers County and Valley officials weaponized law enforcement to silence protestors. Josh Moon5 days ago
Opinion Opinion | The SAVE Act doesn’t save voting rights The SAVE Act would prevent millions of Americans from voting, particularly in the Deep South. Margaret Huang5 days ago
Legislature Senate passes bill to restructure Alabama Board of Pardons and Paroles The legislation aims to expand the parole board from three members to five, and remove the power to appoint the board's chair from the... Alex Jobin5 days ago
Congress Britt reintroduces the MOMS Act The bill seeks to expand resources offered by the federal government for expecting and postpartum mothers. Wesley Walter5 days ago
Legislature Alabama bill criminalizes genetic theft, protects DNA privacy rights The bill creates a crime for unauthorized DNA use, addressing privacy concerns and gaps in current federal protections. Mary Claire Wooten5 days ago
Legislature Gov. Ivey signs “Lulu’s Law” to create shark alert system for Alabama beaches The system is modeled after Amber Alerts, designed to provide real-time information to beachgoers and emergency personnel. Staff5 days ago
Legislature Bill to expand volunteer opportunities for retired physicians heads to Ivey’s desk House Bill 346 would remove the 100-hour annual volunteer service requirement for retired physicians. Staff5 days ago
Infrastructure Mobile River Bridge project advances as ALDOT, KMT begin pre-construction work Ed Austin, ALDOT chief engineer, called the development a major milestone. Staff5 days ago
Elections ALGOP announces qualifying for HD12 Special Election House District 12 represents portions of Cullman County and was previously held by Rep. Corey Harbison. Staff5 days ago
Opinion Opinion | HB202 is Alabama’s chance to lead the nation on backing the blue It’s time we show them we’ve got their backs — because they have yours. Chief Bill Partridge5 days ago