News SPLC Alabama director speaks during Women’s Conference in Mobile English-Relf discussed a number of topics including issues affecting women and the power women hold. Patrick DarringtonNovember 17, 2023
Prisons McWhorter second incarcerated person executed in Alabama this year Casey McWhorter, 49, was executed by the state via lethal injection for the 1993 murder and robbery of Edward Lee Williams Sr. Patrick DarringtonNovember 17, 2023
Courts Alabama man sentenced for assaulting officers during Jan. 6 insurrection Kaleb Dillard, a former marine, was sentenced to 10 months in prison and 12 months of supervised release. Patrick DarringtonNovember 17, 2023
National Kelly Clarkson show hosts Alabama transgender teen and supportive dad The recent wave of anti-trans legislation inspired Harleigh and Jeff to fight on behalf of families with trans youth. Patrick DarringtonNovember 16, 2023
Local news Mobile City Council discusses killing of 16-year-old by police Councilmember William Carroll was appalled that the teen’s life was lost over a marijuana warrant. Patrick DarringtonNovember 16, 2023
Local news Mobile police shoot, kill 16-year-old during pre-dawn raid Mobile's mayor announced an immediate ban on most pre-dawn search warrants and a call for a comprehensive review of MPD policies. Patrick DarringtonNovember 14, 2023
Elections Robin Litaker running in 7th Congressional District Litaker founded the Alabama Conference of Educators and served as its president and CEO. Patrick DarringtonNovember 13, 2023
Prisons Incarcerated person previously attacked dies after another assault After being assaulted in August, Christopher Latham was assaulted again in October — this time fatally. Patrick DarringtonNovember 13, 2023
Congress Sen. Merika Coleman officially joins Congressional District 2 race Sen. Merika Coleman announces candidacy for Alabama’s 2nd Congressional District, highlighting her diverse experience and commitment to transformative leadership. Patrick DarringtonNovember 11, 2023
Congress Givan asserts experience, passion qualify her as top choice for District 2 Congress seat "There will be many formidable opponents I will face in this race but I'm not running against them," Givan said, "I'm running for this... Patrick DarringtonNovember 10, 2023