Prisons Attorney: Most parole hearings have become a waste of time Birmingham attorney Matthew A. Bailey said clients he was once confident would be granted parole are now a "coin toss." Jacob HolmesOctober 26, 2022
Corruption Alabama Supreme Court upholds removal of Talladega probate judge The court found "clear and convincing evidence" of Jinks' alleged racist and sexually inappropriate behavior. Jacob HolmesOctober 26, 2022
Governor Ivey makes new round of state appointments The appointments to several state boards and a judgeship are effective immediately. Jacob HolmesOctober 25, 2022
Elections Alabama mayors urge support for “Aniah’s Law” The first amendment on the Nov. 8 ballot, "Aniah's Law" would allow judges to deny bail to people charged with violent Class A Felonies. Jacob HolmesOctober 25, 2022
Economy Wage Gap task force begins hashing out policy recommendations One of the most prominent recommendations discussed by the task force was banning the discussion of salary history. Jacob HolmesOctober 25, 2022
State SPLC turns 50, charts course for the future On Friday evening, the organization celebrated its 50th anniversary by hosting an event focused on its course for the next 50 years. Jacob HolmesOctober 24, 2022
Health Alabama officials: “No COVID-19 vaccines mandates for school” The declarations come in response a CDC committee's vote to add COVID-19 vaccines to the recommended immunization schedule for children. Jacob HolmesOctober 21, 2022
Education West Alabama leaders come together for roundtable at Stillman College Discussion focused on supporting the commercialization of locally made technology and diversifying the workforce. Jacob HolmesOctober 21, 2022
Elections Rehm prioritizes parental rights in education, cutting taxes in District 85 bid Rehm emphasized his opposition to increased taxation and his support for parental rights in education. Jacob HolmesOctober 20, 2022
Elections Political newcomer Fred Kelley running for longtime Democrat seat in District 68 Kelley said he has no political savvy but is ready to learn and do his part to represent the people of District 68. Jacob HolmesOctober 20, 2022