Health First case of omicron COVID variant confirmed in U.S. The Californian had just returned from South Africa and tested positive for the variant five days later. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 2, 2021
State Alabama woman awarded $2.1 million after being falsely arrested for shoplifting Criminal charges against Lesleigh Nurse were dropped when Walmart employees failed to show to court. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 2, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | There is no sanctity of life in Alabama Despite all the bluster about protecting life, Alabama is one of the deadliest states in America. Josh MoonDecember 2, 2021
State Governor honors Alabama’s first Black poet laureate At 31, Ashley Jones is also the youngest poet laureate ever selected in Alabama. Jacob HolmesDecember 2, 2021
Elections Katie Exum announces GOP candidacy for House District 40 Exum owns an outdoor recreational magazine for the state of Alabama called “Alabama Trails Magazine.” StaffDecember 2, 2021
Opinion Opinion | ALFA president reflects on major anniversary milestones At the Alabama Farmers Federation, we are eager to embrace the opportunities ahead with optimism. Jimmy ParnellDecember 2, 2021
National Mobile native Marty Irby named one of The Hill’s top lobbyists Irby was recognized for his work advancing legislation to protect American equines, companion animals, farm animals and wildlife. StaffDecember 2, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Rural broadband expansion requires continued focus In order to keep Alabama economically stable, rural broadband expansion must remain a high priority. Randall SheddDecember 2, 2021
Congress Far-right activist who says Mo Brooks helped plan Jan. 6 rally will testify Ali Alexander, the man behind the Stop the Steal group, said he will comply with the congressional subpoena. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 1, 2021
Health Judge temporarily blocks Biden’s vaccine mandate for healthcare workers U.S. District Judge Terry Doughty's order widens another judge's order, making the temporary ban nationwide. Eddie BurkhalterDecember 1, 2021