Health Tuberville backs RFK Jr. for Secretary of Health and Human Services Tuberville himself has been highly critical of pharmaceuticals and has engaged in conspiratorial rhetoric. Alex Jobin19 hours ago
Economy ADOL begins paying CARES Act extended benefits, additional $300 weekly benefit Claimants eligible for these payments will need to take no action other than continuing to file weekly certifications. StaffJanuary 7, 2021
News Birmingham mayor released from hospital The mayor’s personal physician said his health has improved since being admitted to the hospital on Monday. John H. GlennJanuary 7, 2021
National Alabama leaders reject Capitol Hill violence “Today is a very dark day for our country,” said U.S. Sen. Richard Shelby, R-Alabama. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 7, 2021
Elections Leigh Hulsey announces bid to represent State House District 73 The seat became vacant when Rep. Matt Fridy was sworn in on the Alabama Court of Civil Appeals. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 7, 2021
National Democrats win dual Georgia Senate runoffs, gaining control of the chamber Alabama Sens. Richard Shelby and Tommy Tuberville now find themselves in the minority. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 6, 2021
Congress Rioters storm U.S. Capitol, Alabama delegation forced to shelter in place A storming of the Capitol Building forced members of Congress to don gas masks and shelter in place. Others were evacuated. Eddie BurkhalterJanuary 6, 2021
National Palmer announces intent to vote to reject election results Objections are expected to all be ultimately rejected, and President-elect Joe Biden will be inaugurated on Jan. 20. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 6, 2021
Courts The weird, strange legal fight that wouldn’t go away A sordid legal drama filled with conspiracy theories, shady figures and mysterious donations has been shrouded in secrecy. Not anymore. Josh MoonJanuary 6, 2021
News UA political science professor Bill Stewart has died Stewart was a professor of political science and an expert in Alabama politics. He was 81. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 6, 2021
News Board of Pardons and Paroles grants paroles The board held 41 parole hearings Tuesday, granting five paroles and denying 36. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 6, 2021