Health Lawmaker says COVID vaccine exemption forms “working exactly as they should” More than 30,000 forms have been downloaded and only 31 have been appealed, according to the law's sponsor Sen. Chris Elliot, R-Fairhope. Jacob HolmesDecember 24, 2021
Legislature Bill would allow permitless carry in Alabama, critics say law poses safety issues Opponents say the permits create opportunities to get violent criminals off the streets. Jacob HolmesDecember 23, 2021
Elections Club for Growth PAC backs Barry Moore for Congress The PAC says it supports limited government and economic freedom. Jacob HolmesDecember 23, 2021
Health CBD, cannabis and marijuana: What’s the difference? CBD derived from hemp is already available over-the-counter. Medical cannabis will be heavily regulated. Jacob HolmesDecember 22, 2021
Elections Ivey, Britt, Allen lead in Young Republicans straw poll The poll asked respondents to choose between announced candidates in every statewide race on the Republican Primary ballot. Jacob HolmesDecember 21, 2021
Education University of Alabama Faculty Senate formally opposes ban of Critical Race Theory The University of Alabama Faculty Senate has officially passed a resolution stating its opposition to legislation banning critical race theory. Jacob HolmesDecember 20, 2021
Elections Lawmaker, secretary of state seek to block private funding of election process The bills are in response to a series of 2020 grants funded by Facebook founder and CEO Mark Zuckerberg. Jacob HolmesDecember 16, 2021
Congress Carl introduces bill to protect ancient underwater forest off coast of Gulf Shores Carl has introduced legislation to protect the site of an ancient underwater cypress forest 60 feet underwater south of Gulf Shores. Jacob HolmesDecember 14, 2021
State Alabama Daily News publisher to temporarily anchor Capitol Journal Todd Stacy will contract with APT for six months while the station begins a full job search for Don Dailey's replacement. Jacob HolmesDecember 14, 2021
State Alabama Academy of Honor recognizes 2020, 2021 inductees The Academy exists to honor 100 living Alabamians whose accomplishments and service reflect greatly on the state. Jacob HolmesDecember 10, 2021