Prisons Families call prisons “drug-infested slums” in annual public hearing, demand reform Sen. Vivian Figures said state legislators “need to spend some time in these prisons ... without any protection.” Chance Phillips18 hours ago
Courts A new lawsuit in an old fight for Alabama Democrats The argument is identical to one made in state courts in 2018 and 2019. Those lawsuits were eventually tossed by the courts. Josh MoonJanuary 21, 2021
Health Alabama’s COVID-19 vaccine supply in question A UAB doctor said the hospital could do more, if it had more vaccine. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 21, 2021
Legislature Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Previewing the session There have been 147 bills, 43 in the Senate and 104 in the House, pre-filed as of this date Beth LyonsJanuary 21, 2021
Congress Sewell comments on historic inauguration of Vice President Kamala Harris Sewell said Vice President Kamala Harris's historic election was paved by the sacrifices of so many who came before her. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 21, 2021
Education Alabama leaders congratulate Biden and Harris on inauguration A number of Alabama dignitaries attended the inauguration including Congresswoman Terri Sewell and Sen. Tommy Tuberville. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 21, 2021
News Former state lawmaker among criminals pardoned by Trump U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Alabama, supported Henry's pardon. Bill BrittJanuary 20, 2021
Congress Doug Jones talks inauguration, a Biden presidency and his future plans Jones is in talks with the incoming administration but is considering continuing his work in Congress in the private sector. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 20, 2021
Economy Alabama’s unemployment tax set to nearly double Because of a massive increase in unemployment claims, Alabama's unemployment tax rate in 2021 will go up 92 percent. Josh MoonJanuary 20, 2021
Legislature Gun reform advocates in Alabama warn of dangerous overlap between lax laws, extremists Loose regulations make access to guns easy for people who want to commit acts of political violence, according to two leaders of volunteer groups. Micah DanneyJanuary 20, 2021
News Republican Ben Robbins wins HD33 special election Robbins said that he will focus on job creation, education and improving vital infrastructure across Alabama. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 20, 2021