Legislature Opponents speak out in public hearing on expansion of “Don’t Say Gay” law Several speakers testified about the dangers of outing, suicidality in the LGBTQ+ community, and the legislation in general. Patrick DarringtonMay 25, 2023
Legislature Bill to provide relief to death row inmates sentenced by judicial override stalls Judges have been barred from overriding the jury in death penalty sentencing since the Legislature passed a law to that effect in 2018. Jacob HolmesMay 25, 2023
Legislature House committee approves bipartisan grocery tax bill, with a few changes The bill would reduce the sales tax on SNAP eligible foods by 2 percent as early as 2025. Jacob HolmesMay 25, 2023
Courts Deposition: Lawmaker can’t recall spending a night in his residence of record In a deposition in his election challenge, David Cole couldn't recall spending a single night or eating a meal at his residence of record. Josh MoonMay 25, 2023
Legislature Committee votes down bill to remove excuses from absentee ballot forms Republican critics of the bill saw it as a move toward no-excuse voting. Samuel StettheimerMay 25, 2023
Legislature Post-election audit bill moves forward The duty to conduct the audit would fall on canvassing boards in each county. Samuel StettheimerMay 25, 2023
Legislature House committee doubles rebates amid changes to supplemental ETF bill The House Ways and Means Education committee doubled that amount to $210 for each taxpayer. Jacob HolmesMay 25, 2023
Opinion Opinion | Support Alabama’s foster parents in transforming lives Please consider starting your own rewarding journey as a foster parent and make a lasting difference in a child’s life. Nancy BucknerMay 25, 2023
Legislature Alabama Senate adopts changes to Alabama Accountability Act Among other changes, schools previously labeled "failing" will be reclassified as "priority." StaffMay 25, 2023
Opinion Opinion | How driving electric helped teach lessons to my kids Owning an EV has definitely positively impacted my family. John BrandtMay 25, 2023