Congress Greg Cook fields Senate questions on Alabama federal judgeship nomination The Alabama Supreme Court justice said he would impartially rule on the law as written as senators weigh his path to the Northern District... Wesley WalterAugust 6, 2026
Courts Trump nominates Greg Cook to Northern District federal bench Cook’s confirmation would create another Alabama Supreme Court vacancy, giving Governor Kay Ivey the power to appoint his successor. StaffJune 30, 2026
Courts Plaintiffs seek preliminary injunction in remanded redistricting suit Caster v. Allen The Supreme Court remanded Caster v. Allen to the Northern District of Alabama following its decision in Louisiana v. Callais. Chance PhillipsMay 22, 2026
Congress Sen. Britt celebrates new U.S. District Judge for the Northern District of Alabama Senator Katie Britt attended the investiture of Harold D. Mooty III, who secured the most bipartisan support of any 119th Congress nominee. Alex JobinMarch 3, 2026
Courts Senate confirms Alabama lawyer Harold D. Mooty III for federal judgeship The Senate Judiciary Committee voted 66-32 to confirm Mooty’s appointment, following his nomination by Trump in August. Wesley WalterOctober 22, 2025
Courts Ten defendants plead guilty in sports betting and money laundering scheme Court records indicate that the operation, known as Red44, was a sophisticated bookmaking network. StaffFebruary 13, 2025
Congress House unanimously approves Rep. Strong’s plan to streamline North Alabama Courts The bill aims to improve the organization of the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Alabama. StaffDecember 4, 2024
Aerospace and Defense Parsons Corporation faces federal suit for systemic age and racism discrimination A federal lawsuit has been filed against defense contractor Parsons Corporation by a longtime employee alleging employment discrimination. StaffAugust 2, 2023
Public safety U.S. Attorney’s office and the FBI raise awareness of elder abuse In 2021, over 1,100 Alabama seniors reported being victims of elder fraud with losses of over $17 million. StaffJune 15, 2022
State Fallen officers to be honored as part of National Police Week This year, National Police Week is observed from Sunday, May 9, through Saturday, May 15, 2021. Brandon MoseleyMay 12, 2021