Courts Ivey appoints new Limestone County district judge Puckett, an attorney at Puckett Law in Athens, replaces District Judge Matt Huggins, who assumed his office in Limestone County only a month prior. John H. GlennJanuary 27, 2022
Elections Federal court blocks Alabama congressional maps The court ruled Alabama's new maps prevent Black Alabamians from having the opportunity to elect candidates of their choosing. Josh MoonJanuary 25, 2022
Opinion Opinion | A story of a Christmas present and the hope of the New Year I still hold the same ideology: Some folks need prison; others need help. Walt MerrellDecember 29, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | Mike Hubbard is still scheming to help himself. That’s who he is No matter the costs. No matter the friendships lost. No matter the ethical lines crossed. Mike Hubbard will protect Mike Hubbard. Josh MoonNovember 17, 2021
National State wins suit against the U.S. Department of Treasury The suit was over a provision of the American Rescue Plan Act. StaffNovember 16, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | Remembering Judge Bobby Aderholt He served the public for more than 50 years. As a judge, he presided over each case with integrity and impartiality. Steve FlowersNovember 10, 2021
Courts Federal judge: Alabama’s anti-panhandling laws likely violate constitution Federal court Judge Keith Watkins said the laws against begging and soliciting are likely be to deemed violations of free speech. Josh MoonAugust 31, 2021
Courts Alabama abortion law granting embryos an attorney deemed unconstitutional The law, which was challenged by the ACLU, would have forced minors seeking an abortion without parental consent to be subjected to a trial. Josh MoonJuly 1, 2021
Courts Alabama Supreme Court creates Commission on Adult Guardianships and Conservatorships The commission is comprised of 20 members appointed by the Supreme Court of Alabama. StaffMay 24, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | A paperwork error could send a veteran back to prison. But there is hope "Lett is going back in the system. Even though everyone believes he doesn’t belong in the system any longer." Josh MoonApril 1, 2021