Legislature Ethics overhaul bill passes out of committee, but with concerns The ethics overhaul bill has undergone a number of changes since the first draft was introduced, and more changes are coming. Josh MoonMarch 7, 2024
Legislature CHOOSE Act passes legislature, awaits Ivey’s signature today The bill would help parents pay for the cost to send their children to private schools primarily. Patrick DarringtonMarch 7, 2024
Legislature “Freedom Flag” bill passes committee after major overhaul The previous iteration of the legislation would have prohibited most flags from being flown on public property. Jacob HolmesMarch 7, 2024
Legislature House committee approves $10.64 prescription tax, stirring major concerns House Bill 238 would introduce a $10.64 tax on every prescription filled in the state. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Congress Sewell votes to pass bipartisan government funding legislation The House-passed government funding package includes $9.8 million that Sewell secured for 11 community projects. StaffMarch 7, 2024
National Sewell to bring original foot soldiers as guests to the State of the Union Three foot soldiers will join Rep. Sewell on Thursday as President Biden delivers his annual address. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Alabama courts, the Bible, and when human life becomes a person Probable misinterpretations of the Bible should not be used to interpret Alabama law. J.S. “Chris” ChristieMarch 7, 2024
Opinion Opinion | Local leaders best positioned to decide land use issues, including quarries Land-use determinations should be made at the local level. Lance LeFleurMarch 7, 2024
Courts Former sheriff’s deputy pleads guilty to federal civil rights offense for excessive force Blake Hicks, 33, pleaded guilty on Tuesday to depriving an arrestee of his civil rights. StaffMarch 7, 2024
Health Judges choose two Alabama Performance Excellence winners The award honors the receipients for quality and performance excellence. StaffMarch 7, 2024