Education Students protest Trump’s commencement address at University of Alabama During Trump’s hour-long speech, he claimed the 2020 election was rigged, aired various grievances, and repeatedly praised Alabama’s football team. Chance PhillipsMay 2, 2025
Legislature Bill limiting youthful offender status for murder heads to Senate floor Legislation removing judicial discretion for certain murder charges has advanced in the Alabama Senate. Alex JobinMay 2, 2025
Legislature Alabama House passes bill to reshape the Birmingham Water Works Board SB330 will shift Birmingham Water Works control to a state board, sparking controversy over local governance. Mary Claire WootenMay 2, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell introduces the Retirement Savings for Americans Act The new legislation creates portable, tax-advantaged accounts with federal contributions for eligible workers. StaffMay 2, 2025
Congress Rep. Sewell condemns Trump for cutting $15 million grant to Birmingham students The grant's unexpected elimination will prohibit the school system from hiring essential mental health personnel. StaffMay 2, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt leads legislation to prevent federal overreach into state-regulated insurance Britt reintroduced the Insurance Data Protection Act to strip FIO’s subpoena power, bolster state regulation, and safeguard consumers’ insurance data. StaffMay 2, 2025
Legislature Alabama Legislature approves bill to remove barriers for qualified reentering citizens It aims to allow parolees and probationers the opportunity to obtain licenses without automatic disqualification for those whose crimes have no relevance to the... StaffMay 2, 2025
Legislature Committee advances bill to expand school vaccine exemptions The House Health Committee approved SB87 to let parents opt children out of school vaccines with a simple note, despite health warnings. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2025
Legislature Senate Democrats block sex ed bill with late-night filibuster The bill that would require Alabama public schools to teach abstinence-based sex education is likely dead. Jacob HolmesMay 1, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | When government becomes a religion, justice is replaced by control Lawmakers invoke Christ but pass laws that punish, exclude, and silence. They should carry His cross — not wield it. Bill BrittMay 1, 2025