Legislature Two bills targeting panhandling present in each chamber The proposed bills would “prohibit an individual from loitering on a public roadway or in the right-of-way of a public roadway.” Patrick DarringtonApril 12, 2023
State SPLC, congresswoman honor John Lewis and the 40 Martyrs in wreath-laying ceremony The wreath-laying ceremony was the first held since the passing of Congressman John Lewis. John H. GlennMarch 6, 2023
News SPLC names Tafeni English-Relf as first director of Alabama state office The new office will focus on local concerns, specifically in rural communities. StaffFebruary 8, 2023
Elections SPLC Action Fund endorses Donald, Bell Moshae Donald is the Democratic nominee for Mobile district attorney. Ashley Bell is the Democratic nominee for a district judgeship in Shelby County. Jacob HolmesSeptember 19, 2022
Elections SPLC Action Fund launches new PACs to recruit progressive candidates throughout South The PACs are targeted at supporting candidates to run for local-level elections that are often uncontested against incumbents. Jacob HolmesSeptember 14, 2022
Elections SPLC awards $4.6 million in Vote Your Voice grants across the South Alabama Forward is among 36 organizations to receive funding through the program to increase civic engagement as the general election approaches. StaffAugust 30, 2022
Courts SPLC, ACLU of Alabama appeal dismissal of judgeship transfer lawsuit Both groups argued the transfer of a criminal court judgeship violated the state constitution. John H. GlennAugust 24, 2022
Local news SPLC: Huntsville plan to evict homeless from encampment “threatens their health and lives” The SPLC is urging city officials to halt the eviction until adequate housing is available to displaced residents. John H. GlennJune 10, 2022
Elections SPLC Action Fund endorses two in 10th Judicial Circuit races Those endorsed are Tiara Hudson and Paul Rand, both public defenders in the Jefferson County Public Defender’s Office. Eddie BurkhalterMay 4, 2022
Health New lawsuit filed to challenge law criminalizing transgender medical care Two similar lawsuits were dropped Friday without explanation, but counsel for the plaintiffs said they expect those suits to be refiled. StaffApril 21, 2022