State Chief justice says the state needs 21 more judges Chief Justice Tom Parker says that Alabama needs more judges to deal with a backlog in the court system. Brandon MoseleyMarch 8, 2021
Legislature Alabama 2021 Legislative Report: Week four This coming week the House will take up the General Fund Budget and the Senate is expected to debate the casino/lottery bill. Beth LyonsMarch 8, 2021
Featured Opinion Opinion | Bullying transgender teens "Lawmakers should make themselves familiar with the issues involving transgender teens." Joey KennedyMarch 6, 2021
Health State health officer: Alabama could expand vaccinations before April 9 Asked when the state will open up to the next phase, Harris said it’s possible it will happen before April 9. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 5, 2021
Congress Congressman Eric Swalwell sues Mo Brooks, Trump and others over Capitol riot Eric Swalwell's lawsuit seeks to hold Brooks, Donald Trump, Trump's son and Trump's attorney accountable for the Jan. 6 attack. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Senate passes bill to create statewide database on law enforcement officers All law enforcement agencies would be required to share information about all of their officers. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021
Economy New unemployment claims increased slightly last week Of the new claims, 48 percent were estimated to be related to the pandemic. Micah DanneyMarch 5, 2021
Health EAMC hospitals to require masks after statewide order expires April 9 An EAMC hospital spokesman said the state hasn't yet reached herd immunity and masks are critical to slowing the spread. Eddie BurkhalterMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Senate passes limited election audit bill The bill authorizes the secretary of state's office to audit the 2022 election results of three Alabama counties. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021
Legislature Ainsworth praises House for passage of military bills package The package of bills was originally designed to retain and improve the federal military presence and investment across the state. Brandon MoseleyMarch 5, 2021