Prisons Rep. Sewell urges Gov. Ivey to halt Jeffery Lee execution She urged Governor Kay Ivey to commute or pause the death sentence, citing a jury override and unresolved nitrogen gas litigation. StaffJune 10, 2026
Education Troy University names interim senior vice chancellor for academic affairs The leadership change followed Kerry Palmer’s selection as Georgia Southwestern State University president and takes effect July 1. StaffJune 10, 2026
Elections Wes Allen issues voting reminders ahead of June 16 primary runoff election Polls will be open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with voters required to bring valid photo identification. StaffJune 10, 2026
Education Auburn board takes control of curricula, dissolves faculty senate Faculty leaders warned the vote weakened shared governance, academic freedom and protections for dissent at one of Alabama’s flagship institutions. Jacob HolmesJune 9, 2026
Courts Opinion | The Court gave Alabama permission, not absolution The Court gave Alabama room, but justice asks what the state does when the law no longer restrains its power. Bill BrittJune 9, 2026
Health Opinion | Keeping healthcare affordable while protecting our customers Blue Cross said Jackson Hospital’s demands would raise costs for members as negotiations continued over the Montgomery facility’s future. Dow Briggs, M.D.June 9, 2026
Elections McFeeters: I’ll step aside if ALGOP chooses a better candidate The pledge came amid escalating fallout from Tommy Tuberville’s residency challenge and release of his redacted tax returns. Josh MoonJune 9, 2026
Infrastructure North Alabama projects get $16.5 million in House spending bill A House committee approves $16.5 million for North Alabama transportation, energy and workforce projects as part of the fiscal 2027 spending bill. Mary Claire WootenJune 9, 2026
Congress Rep. Figures leads bipartisan national road safety week proposal The measure drew support from trucking groups as lawmakers emphasized the need to share increasingly busy summer roads with commercial drivers. Wesley WalterJune 9, 2026
News Gov. Ivey announces Free Fishing Day 2026 Residents and visitors can cast lines without a license in most Alabama public waters, though some permits and fees will still apply. Alex JobinJune 9, 2026