Courts Supreme Court hears arguments on Porn ID law similar to Alabama’s Alabama passed a nearly identical bill, HB164, in the last legislative session. Mary Claire Wooten6 days ago
Courts Rep. Sewell’s statement on 8th Circuit Court ruling gutting the Voting Rights Act “This ruling by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals is deeply disturbing and wrong as a matter of law," Sewell said. StaffNovember 21, 2023
Courts Court of Civil Appeals Judge Bill Thompson announces retirement Thompson is the longest serving judge in the history of the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. StaffNovember 17, 2023
Courts A new appeal in the long running legal battle over Alabama’s medical cannabis An appeal was filed by the plaintiffs and negotiations have been stopped, meaning legal medical cannabis could be a long time coming. Josh MoonNovember 10, 2023
Courts U.S. Justice Dept. enters fight for Alabama women’s right to interstate abortion access The U.S. Justice Department on Thursday took a significant step in the battle for reproductive rights. StaffNovember 10, 2023
Courts Hanceville mayor indicted for misusing office The longtime mayor of Hanceville, a former police officer, was indicted on 15 counts of using his office for personal gain. Josh MoonNovember 8, 2023
Courts State Rep. Rogers released from jail Rogers was indicted in September by a federal grand jury on a charge of bribery in a kickback scheme. Jacob HolmesNovember 7, 2023
Courts Greene County sheriff: Several bingo casinos operating illegally In a lawsuit, the sheriff claims numerous casinos are operating improperly and have defied his orders and directions. Josh MoonOctober 26, 2023
Courts Judge dismisses Birmingham Southern suit over Distressed Institution loan Montgomery Circuit Judge James Anderson said he did not have authority to force the state to loan the college money. Jacob HolmesOctober 26, 2023
Courts Elmore County mother battles court, grandparents’ rights bill to protect kids An Elmore County judge is forcing a child into visitations with a family member under investigation for sexually assaulting her. Josh MoonOctober 24, 2023
Courts Cannabis Commission set to propose rules changes for application process The proposed rules changes are likely tied to ongoing litigation over the Commission's flawed application process. Josh MoonOctober 11, 2023