Courts Reentry Commission: Proposition of new municipal court database Alabama judges propose a database to consolidate municipal court cases, allowing concurrent sentences for smoother inmate reentry. Mary Claire Wooten2 hours ago
Courts Court dismisses lawsuit that led to Alabama IVF controversy The plaintiffs in the case requested that the IVF lawsuit be dismissed, and a judge agreed. Josh Moon3 hours ago
Courts Federal judges hear arguments on whether to unblock Alabama panhandling law The state argued that begging should not be construed as protected free speech. Jacob Holmes1 day ago
Courts Supreme Court hears oral arguments in transgender healthcare case Conservative justices seemed unreceptive to arguments that blanket bans on transgender healthcare are sex-based discrimination. Chance PhillipsDecember 5, 2024
Courts Department of Labor’s child labor cases remain tied up in court The Department of Labor’s two cases accusing Alabama employers of “oppressive child labor” have both faced repeated motions to dismiss. Chance PhillipsDecember 2, 2024
Courts Federal court hears arguments for blocking third nitrogen execution The 11th Circuit affirmed a district judge's ruling from earlier this month that the execution may proceed. Mary Claire WootenNovember 19, 2024
Courts Court rejects AMCC’s bid to dismiss lawsuit, medical cannabis in limbo This case is more than just a legal dispute—it’s a referendum on Alabama’s ability to deliver a functional and equitable medical cannabis program. Bill BrittNovember 18, 2024
Courts ALGOP considers renewing redistricting battle after Figures win Some leaders in the state Republican Party are already looking to reconfigure the 2nd Congressional District yet again. Alex JobinNovember 15, 2024
Courts Family weighs lawsuit after veteran’s death in Macon County jail John Reed, a disabled veteran, was fatally beaten in Macon County Jail while awaiting bond. Mary Claire WootenNovember 14, 2024
Courts Alabama, 30 states announce $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger Alabama will receive up to approximately $19.8 million for opioid abatement. StaffNovember 5, 2024