Prisons Alabama executes Demetrius Frazier with nitrogen, adding to state’s grim record Alabama has a long and deeply flawed history with capital punishment. Bill BrittFebruary 7, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | New bill would prohibit minors from making medical decisions In Alabama, some lawmakers believe a 12-year-old should be a mother, but a 17-year-old isn't mature enough to consent to substance abuse counseling. Josh MoonFebruary 7, 2025
Municipal elections Tanveer Patel announces candidacy for Hoover City Council A prominent figure in Alabama’s business and technology sectors, Patel co-founded and served as CEO of ConcertIDC. StaffFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s anti-immigrant bills get public condemnation but committee approval The first day of committee meetings included a smorgasbord of anti-immigrant legislation. Josh MoonFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Alabama Senate’s “What is a Woman” bill passes committee The bill, introduced by Sen. April Weaver, now receives a second reading in the Senate. Mary Claire WootenFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Commission on Higher Education requests funding increases at budget hearing In addition to preparing budget recommendations on behalf of the state's public colleges and universities, ACHE is also responsible for administering financial aid. Alex JobinFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature House Democrats question bill restricting unemployment benefits Rep. Marilyn Lands said HB29, which would further restrict unemployment benefits, is “not in the spirit of Jesus.” Chance PhillipsFebruary 6, 2025
Legislature Sen. Garlan Gudger joins Innovate Alabama board to boost startups Gudger, recently elected as president pro tempore of the Alabama Senate, has been appointed to the Innovate Alabama Board of Directors. StaffFebruary 6, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt announces Senate Judiciary Subcommittee assignments Britt will serve on the Subcommittee on Border Security and Immigration, among others. StaffFebruary 6, 2025
Governor Gov. Ivey officially launches public safety package The public safety legislation has been dubbed the "Safe Alabama" package. StaffFebruary 6, 2025