Courts Judge denies request for preliminary injunction in lawsuit over anti-DEI law In a Wednesday memorandum opinion, a judge said plaintiffs in Simon v. Ivey are unlikely to succeed on the merits. Chance PhillipsAugust 15, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Why don’t they just come here legally? We've welcomed millions of immigrants into this country and then confused everyone on what they're supposed to do next. Josh MoonAugust 15, 2025
Courts Brief urges Alabama Supreme Court to reject effort to expand stop-and-question law Advocacy groups urged the court to confirm state law doesn't permit police to compel physical ID, citing a case where a pastor was arrested. Jacob HolmesAugust 15, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Fifth Circuit ruling echoes hard truths Alabama still refuses to face The Fifth Circuit ruled against racial gerrymandering, but the long war on Black voting power in the South is far from over. Bill BrittAugust 15, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | Is Trump’s economic agenda still capitalism—or something else entirely? Trump's second-term economic agenda raises questions about capitalism, central planning, and whether power—not markets—is now driving prosperity. Bill BrittAugust 14, 2025
Municipal elections Orange Beach mayor candidates trade barbs at debate The debate touched on the controversy over a potential domestic violence incident involving Mayor Tony Kennon at a public building. Jacob HolmesAugust 14, 2025
Health Bill reintroduced to ease religious exemptions in Alabama schools The bill would allow written declarations for vaccine religious exemptions in Alabama schools and colleges. Mary Claire WootenAugust 14, 2025
Congress Rep. Aderholt requests $56 million in community project funds Aderholt requested more than $56 million for Alabama's 4th Congressional District, targeting infrastructure, education, and healthcare projects. Wesley WalterAugust 14, 2025
Environment Environmental groups donate “Southern Exposure” films to Birmingham Public Library Award-winning environmental films, exploring Alabama's natural resources and complex issues, were donated to the Birmingham Public Library's 17 locations. Alex JobinAugust 14, 2025
Health Sen. Britt advances funding for Alabama hospitals and universities Britt secured more than $28.63 million in Congressionally Directed Spending for Alabama’s medical centers, hospitals, and universities. StaffAugust 14, 2025