Courts DOJ drops lawsuit that halted Alabama’s voter purge The suit successfully halted the program and there is currently no sign that it will be implemented again. Jacob HolmesMarch 17, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The cost of MAGA While there are no political consequences for Donald Trump's incomprehensible actions, there are real world consequences for everyone else. Josh MoonMarch 17, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | No, God doesn’t choose our leaders — the people do The Founders understood that power must come from the people, not from divine decree. Bill BrittMarch 17, 2025
National Sen. Britt joins Republican attempt to repeal Biden-era emissions regulations The regulations set new standards for auto manufacturers, requiring them to slash emissions and pollutants produced by their vehicles. Alex JobinMarch 17, 2025
Courts Louisiana redistricting case may upturn interpretation of Voting Rights Act Alabama AG Steve Marshall led an amicus brief arguing vote dilution claims are insufficient to justify so-called “racial gerrymandering.” Chance PhillipsMarch 17, 2025
Education ACHE highlights Alabama’s national leadership in apprenticeships, policy Alabama has gained prominence for creating the nation’s first registered apprenticeships in higher education. StaffMarch 17, 2025
Legislature Lawmaker files bill to make it harder to prosecute “stand your ground” cases The bill create a "presumption of reasonableness" and shift the burden of proof to the prosecution. Jacob HolmesMarch 14, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Bill adding more legal protections for police adds to growing problem A bill expanding legal protections for police would only add to a growing, and troubling, problem in the state. Josh MoonMarch 14, 2025
Education State Superintendent Mackey reassures Board of Education amid federal cuts Dr. Mackey said that currently, he does not believe federal cuts will not impact core programs but communication and structure may change. Mary Claire WootenMarch 14, 2025
News Alabama schools to lose access to local produce as Trump administration cuts USDA programs More than 40 states, including Alabama, were signed on to participate in the program. Alex JobinMarch 14, 2025