Elections Trends show high turnout in Alabama, but not as high as 2020 Historically, Alabama has low statewide voter turnout when compared to national averages. Alex Jobin2 days ago
Featured Opinion Opinion | Election Day: A test of conscience, community, and true ideals An exemplary president embodies character, empathy, and vision, yet voters often prioritize single issues or group loyalty over these essential qualities. Bill Britt4 days ago
Courts U.S. Supreme Court allows Virginia to purge voter rolls Alabama has also tried to remove potential noncitizens from its rolls but remains blocked. Jacob HolmesOctober 31, 2024
Elections Secretary of state urges voters to visit AlabamaVotes.gov ahead of Nov. 5 election Secretary of State Wes Allen is encouraging voters to use the official election information website to confirm details before heading to the polls. StaffOctober 29, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Three questions about the 2024 election I have been asked these three questions about the elections process. John MerrillOctober 24, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama lawmakers fear the increased scrutiny of more voting options While other states' citizens conveniently vote early in record numbers, Alabamians wait on a random Tuesday, and hope it isn't raining. Josh MoonOctober 21, 2024
Elections Federal judge blocks state program aimed at purging voter rolls The preliminary injunction prevents the program from being undertaken until after the election. Jacob HolmesOctober 17, 2024
Opinion Opinion | 1948 was the only year political party leadership mattered in Alabama Harry Truman had come out strongly for a pro Civil Rights platform. The solid South was about to become unhinged. Steve FlowersOctober 17, 2024
Elections Judge upholds injunction against key part of Alabama absentee voting law Judge David Proctor reaffirmed his earlier ruling, maintaining that the law likely violates the Voting Rights Act. StaffOctober 7, 2024
Featured Opinion Opinion | Alabama’s battle against the ballot The right to vote belongs to all its citizens — not just those who look, think, or vote a certain way. Bill BrittSeptember 25, 2024