Courts
A federal judge dismissed several claims in a federal lawsuit filed by the family of Stephen Perkins, who was killed by Decatur Police.
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Alabama Political Reporter
- Elections
Voting rights groups sue state over voter purge
UA political science professor comments on Trump-Harris debate
Polls, panels and pundits agree: Kamala Harris was the clear winner of debate
Voter registration surges nationwide with Harris’s run, but Alabama lags behind
Absentee voting deadlines for the Nov. 5 general election
- Governor
Ivey sets Tuesday meeting to fire Veterans Affairs commish
Gov. Kay Ivey marks “National Preparedness Month,” calls on Alabamians to take action
Gov. Ivey awards $875,000 to assist with rape victim support
Gov. Ivey holds bill signing ceremony for Union Economic Incentive Bill
Gov. Ivey announces $30 million in GoMESA funded projects
- Legislature
New pre-filed bill would raise online sales tax to create education revenue
Pre-filed bill would extend work-related cancer benefits to volunteer firefighters
105 legislators achieve 100 percent NFIB Voting Records for 2023-24
Lawmakers, lobbyists reflect on anniversary of grocery tax reduction
Bill would block sex offenders from serving as first responders
- Economy
New study sheds light on the commercial construction industry’s economic impact on Alabama
NFIB Jobs Report: Main Street job growth stalls in August
AT&T workers on strike over alleged unfair labor practices
Clean energy is powering a stronger future for Alabama
North Alabama Area Labor Council president responds to Gov. Ivey’s Labor Day remarks
- National
Tuberville’s Pentagon claims debunked: No misconduct found in Austin hospitalization
Sen. Britt speaks out online against Right to IVF Act vote
Tuberville perpetuates misinformation surrounding migrants
Sen. Britt leads push for ROAD to Housing Act to tackle affordable housing crisis
Sen. Tuberville continues urging Congress to pass the SAVE Act
- Education
- Health
Fertility doctor speaks on IVF, HOPE with Fertility Services Act
Prior authorization delays “disheartening” as patients suffer, says Alabama doctor
CDC awards $2.975 million to Alabama maternal health committee
Here’s how Alabamians can fight insurance red tape that delays medical care
Atmore Community Hospital receives $2 million grant
- Opinion
Decatur Police Department stories
Opinion
Since Steve’s death, the community has been furious and consistently demanded justice and accountability.
Public safety
Catrela Perkins was arrested and later released during the latest ugly incident between DPD and citizens.
Local news
A weekend incident is the latest in a string of arrests that have been made against protesters since the death of Stephen Perkins.
Courts
Marquette was arrested by the Morgan County Sheriff's Office and booked into the Morgan County Jail with a $30,000 bond.
Public safety
The findings from ALEA’s investigation have been turned over to the Morgan County district attorney.
Featured Opinion
After months of stalling, Decatur leaders still haven't provided clear explanations for police actions that led to Steve Perkins' death.
Local news
Decatur Mayor Tab Bowling announced police officers were terminated in the aftermath of the Stephen Perkins shooting.
Public safety
Perkins was shot and killed by police on Sept. 29 in Decatur.
Featured Opinion
In Decatur, the killing of a Black man by police has mattered to the entire community.