Courts Rep. Sewell to commemorate 10th Anniversary of the Shelby County vs. Holder decision On June 25, 2013, the Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and unleashed a wave of voting restrictions. StaffJune 27, 2023
News Alabama Farmers Federation endorses Judge Chris McCool Federation President Jimmy Parnell said McCool’s experience as a farmer and judge make him a strong, conservative candidate for the Supreme Court. StaffJune 26, 2023
Elections Alabama Farmers Federation endorses PSC President Twinkle Andress Cavanaugh Cavanaugh was most recently re-elected PSC president in 2020. StaffJune 26, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt supports FEND Off Fentanyl Act in committee The bill is designed to target the flow of the deadly narcotic into the United States. StaffJune 22, 2023
Economy Alabama’s sales volume continues to slow, home supply on the rise In May 2023, Alabama witnessed a decrease in home sales. StaffJune 22, 2023
Education Governor: Alabama First Class Pre-K Program to expand The department will initially add 69 classrooms in 30 counties this fall, providing seats for more than 1,200 children. StaffJune 21, 2023
Governor Gov. Ivey awards grants for law enforcement domestic violence training The Alabama Coalition Against Domestic Violence is using the funds for a statewide training to enhance responses to assist victims. StaffJune 21, 2023
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Bill Cole for Court of Criminal Appeals Cole is seeking reelection to the Alabama Court of Criminal Appeals in the 2024 primary. StaffJune 20, 2023
Legislature Lt. Gov. Ainsworth: Alabama among most military-friendly states The Military Stability Commission, which Ainsworth chairs, offered a legislative package to make Alabama more welcoming. StaffJune 20, 2023
Congress Sen. Britt introduces Chinese Currency Accountability Act It would require the treasury secretary to oppose any future International Monetary Fund (IMF) elevations of China's official currency. StaffJune 16, 2023