Legislature Opinion | Alabama’s GOP budget chairs lead state to fiscal strength The days of “robbing Peter to pay Paul” came to a screeching halt under Republican leadership. Steve FlowersMay 29, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The mirror lies: Power distorts what politicians see in themselves Too many leaders mistake self-preservation for principle — history won’t. Bill BrittApril 23, 2025
Legislature House passes bill requiring Ten Commandments in schools The bill would require displays in all K-12 classrooms that teach history. Jacob HolmesApril 18, 2025
Legislature House passes bill enhancing penalties for terrorist threats The bill would make subsequent convictions a Class D Felony and removes the requirement that the threat be deemed credible and imminent. Jacob HolmesMarch 6, 2025
Legislature ACCA warns bill raising axle weight limits could “undo” Rebuild Alabama progress ALDOT engineer Ed Austin estimates 350 bridges in the state would have to be posted for weight restrictions if the bill passes. Jacob HolmesFebruary 24, 2025
Featured Opinion Opinion | The trouble with political will It's weird how in Alabama the political will of the legislature never seems to work out well for the average voter. Josh MoonJanuary 24, 2025
Opinion Opinion | Jabo Waggoner: An Alabama political legend Jabo Waggoner has done a lot for Alabama, but especially for his native and beloved Jefferson County. Steve FlowersJanuary 22, 2025
Legislature New bill would add conflict resolution class requirement to marriage licenses Smitherman argues that the requirement could help reduce domestic violence between partners. Alex JobinJanuary 17, 2025
Legislature State Rep. files bill to untax eyeglasses, contacts Alabama is one of just five states that tax optical aids. Jacob HolmesJanuary 9, 2025
Legislature New bill could allow campaign finances to cover dependent care Although the Alabama Ethics Commission previously ruled a candidate could use excess campaign expenses on childcare, it is not enshrined in Alabama law. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2024