Legislature Committee OKs draft redistricting maps over criticism from Democrats Democrats questioned the process, saying they did not have time to digest the information before coming to a vote. Jacob HolmesOctober 27, 2021
Legislature State senator aims to emphasize risk assessment in parole considerations Sen. Tom Whatley's idea is to have parole guidelines similar to sentencing guidelines implemented by the state in 2013. Jacob HolmesOctober 27, 2021
Congress Sewell cosponsors legislation to increase Social Security The legislation would provide the first benefits increase in 50 years. Josh MoonOctober 27, 2021
Economy Alabama tax revenues surged in 2021 The ETF and general fund grew by more than 11 percent compared to 2020 numbers. Josh MoonOctober 27, 2021
Prisons Former Alabama federal prison guard sentenced in sexual abuse case Eric Todd Ellis sexually abused an incarcerated woman at a federal prison in Aliceville, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Eddie BurkhalterOctober 27, 2021
Local news Birmingham mayor announces executive leadership team for second term All appointments will become effective Nov. 23. StaffOctober 27, 2021
Opinion Opinion | Katie Britt: Biden administration sets sights on Venmo users Millions of Americans would have their Fourth Amendment rights thrown out the window. U.S. Senator Katie BrittOctober 27, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | Redistricting special session underway It will be an interesting political process. It only happens every 10 years. Steve FlowersOctober 27, 2021
Health FDA advisory committee recommends Pfizer vaccine for children 5-11 If the CDC director gives final approval, vaccinations of those younger children could begin as early as next week. Eddie BurkhalterOctober 26, 2021
Legislature Alabama draft redistricting maps released A special session on redistricting is to begin Thursday. The proposed maps could change before lawmakers make final decisions. Eddie BurkhalterOctober 26, 2021