Elections Secretary of State Wes Allen signs statement on election integrity at RNC In a joint statement, Secretary of State Wes Allen outlined “fundamental steps to restoring confidence in our elections.” Chance Phillips5 hours ago
Courts Former Montgomery PD chief files federal lawsuit against city, Mayor Reed Chief Ernest Finley claims he was forced to resign as the result of a conspiracy that included phony ethics charges. Josh MoonApril 6, 2023
State Governor announces Rebuild Alabama funds more local projects With this round of funding, more than $145 million in state transportation has been awarded. StaffApril 6, 2023
Education School “choice” in one of the most segregated, unequal systems in the country De facto segregation persists, with Birmingham public schools ranking among the least integrated and most unequal in the country. Ellen GomoryApril 5, 2023
State Alabama’s Doug Jones wins award for upholding the rule of law Jones will be one of five individuals to receive the National Judicial College’s Making the World a More Just Place Award. StaffApril 5, 2023
Congress Sewell to kick off 2023 “Congress in Your Community” town hall tour Sewell will be hosting town halls in Sumter and Marengo Counties on April 5. StaffApril 5, 2023
State Big 10 Mayors support economic incentives legislation, urge swift approval Reauthorizing Alabama’s economic incentives is part of the Alabama Big 10 Mayors 2023 legislative agenda. StaffApril 5, 2023
Elections Alabama Forestry Association endorses Twinkle Cavanaugh for PSC president Cavanaugh is seeking re-election to the Alabama Public Service Commission in the primary on March 5, 2024. StaffApril 4, 2023
Party politics Alabama Republican House Caucus launches “In Session” podcast The first episode features an interview with Alabama Speaker of the House Nathaniel Ledbetter. StaffApril 4, 2023
Infrastructure ADECA hosts community broadband meetings in over half of Alabama’s counties These meetings bring community leaders to the table and provide state-level assistance to support local efforts to expand broadband infrastructure. StaffApril 4, 2023
Party politics ALGOP suggests Trump indictment is politically motivated Trump's arraignment is set for Tuesday, and he is expected to surrender the same day to law enforcement. John H. GlennApril 3, 2023